Amira Willighagen - "Ave Maria" Gomez (Canisius Church, Nijmegen) - Christmas Concert 2015

[@NateAlex10]

Enchanting, mesmerizing, stunning. I live in New York… but I’m still in the state of shock!!!

[@NateAlex10]

Greatest singer, and greatest song sung in the history of the world, in my opinion!

[@johnduffy2238]

How this hasn't got millions of views I will never know sung with such heart and emotion

[@rogerlee5665]

This performance should already have over a million likes. Her voice is exquisite. So lovely. I listen to this almost daily

[@lonniecole1435]

The 3 greatest amens ever sung.

[@NateAlex10]

This exact performance, on December 19, 2015, is an absolute miracle from heaven!!! (So is Amira!)

[@robertgomez2115]

This arrangement of the Ave Maria was written by my brother William, a short time before his untimely death in 2000. He left us all this beautiful legacy which is now sung throughout the world. He would have been particularly pleased to hear it sung by a young person, as is the case with the enchanting Amira.

[@shooster5884]

What a beautiful gift your brother left to both singer and listener alike. I love the passion it has inspired in Amira to sing it here. Enchanting is the perfect word for it. I can only imagine how she might sound repeating this performance of your brother's beautiful arrangement in this same church in 5 years time were she to do so. I would certainly like to be in the audience to hear it. It's as if he wrote it for her!

[@ThePergolesi]

first time to listen to this piece.Can't help crying .Bravo,Wiliam!

[@topneorej]

I'll go to one of her concerts in two weeks. Hope she will sing this one too.

[@Geke1008]

Amira sings this wonderful song with such intensity; she must love it - and will hopefully record it sometime soon and spread your brother’s blessings all over.

[@shooster5884]

I'm afraid it is not on the published list for her concert in Huizen, but the Ave Maria Mascagna which you will find on her cd Merry Christmas is. Maybe she will have another surprise for us there, as this Gomez she did not announce in advance of last year's concert

[@MyFormerSelf]

Dear Amira, I have watched so many of your performances and hearing your beautiful voice brings me great joy. This performance is perhaps your very best. That probably sounds unusual, as in many of your later performances your voice has matured and you now have excellent orchestral backup. This performance, from a technical vocal perspective is absolutely spectacular - perfect breathing control, perfect vibrato, and most of all your high notes are unparalleled. That is one of the most difficult things for a vocalist to achieve. When I hear a vocalist crescendo to a high note, I'm always nervous that it will break at the top, very common -as a baritone I struggle with that. But when you hit a high note, you follow with well rounded decrescendo. So difficult to achieve, you have perfect control of your voice. From an artistic perspective, I can see your complete immersion and intensity on your face. It overwhelms my senses and makes me imagine this is Divine presence within you, like I imagine how one of God's Angels would sing. This is especially revealing when at the end, the magnificent intensity disappears from your face and eyes and you're back from the Devine to being a little girl. Bravo dear Amira. You have more than mere talent, you have a gift that touches hearts and minds.

[@vivecamitterer6713]

I fully agree and Amira has an innate grace, she pitches heavenly-letting the high notes soar and descend round and gently. I think she enjoys, admires and respects the sheer beauty of this particular arrangement. She is so naturally sweet and modest. I do wish her all the happiness and success to keep this amazing talent to touch hearts so deeply and lasting.

[@MyFormerSelf]

​@@vivecamitterer6713That's an excellent way to describe her high notes - well rounded, falls off like a gentle waterfall, and amazing breath control - no "reaching" to hit the high note without sufficient breath. She sounds like she is breathing and singing using her diaphragm, the muscle layer under your lungs, rather than "head voice". The proper way to sing, especially classical music. Even adult vocalists struggle with this and have to train for years to become second nature. She's doing it at age 10ish, maybe younger in this video (believe her Holland's Got Talent debut was at age 7). Then shortly thereafter was invited by Andre' Rieu to do a solo of Oh Miio Babino Caro with the Johann Strauss Orchestra. Amira is often compared to other child vocalists like Jackie Evancho (who coincidentally is a fellow alumni of my high school, North Allegheny, Wexford, PA decades after me). Jackie is an excellent vocalist in her own right, but the amazing thing about Amira is she didn't start formal vocal training until a couple years after she was " discovered". She learned to sing from listening to opera on KZbin!

[@NateAlex10]

Absolutely 1000%!!! Beyond words.

[@JaapFilius]

How deep can you crawl into the song you are performing...... Very, very deep. This goes beyond "normal" singing. At the end Amira needed a moment to come out of it in "the real world", you can see it clearly. There was something happening in that church. I was not there, but I can see it, can feel it. And I am pretty sure that all the people who were there can remember this beautiful song and that moment as it was yesterday...

[@julius670]

I do soooo agree with you🙏something happened in that church,and with me🙏🥰

[@NateAlex10]

I believe this is a miracle from God, and His Holy Spirit working through Amira!!! She is absolutely divinely inspired, and she’s an incredible gift from God!!!

[@robwuck7782]

Lay down in bed with low fever. (Not corona). Listen to this beautiful song! For me one of my favorit. So intense. So breath taking! Wow!!

[@alanwood9347]

This is UNBELIEVABLE !!!.How can anybody sound this good on a cell recording.A Classic that will be Unequalled.Amiras just in a different LEAGUE.

[@mortimerzilch2608]

if this is not the greatest vocal performance of all time I don't know what is...it's the best I've ever heard...it's beyond BEST...it's just incredible!!

[@Pasovineyard]

I just listened to professionals do this song. Amira owns this.

[@NateAlex10]

100% agree! Just a stunning gift from God!!!

[@carolann5338]

AMIRA is an outstanding opera singer..... and 11 years old at this concert......and I once told her dad that she is the 8th Wonder of the World......and of course, I am right......!!!! BRAVO.....!!!!

[@yeongzookim8024]

I'm not even a believer, but I wonder if the feeling I felt while listening to this girl's Ave Maria is the sacredness that church members say. What a great singer!!!!!!

[@tovelynnhaagensen3491]

Thank God that someone documented this moment

[@stevejulietb1590]

The more I listen to this I come to realise this is a truly great singing performance (despite the errant recorder playing!) Well done Amira one of your very best.

[@africo9104]

She Doesn’t need prompting, she just closes her eyes and goes with her inner soul.

[@BabuBabu-wr9mm]

"she just closes her eyes and goes with her inner soul"

[@rigelHirsch]

The divine nature of this baby girl burns to the center of the soul.

[@mortimerzilch2608]

yeah she can really get down to it...amazing...breaks me up.

[@beuming1]

I am also dutch but this goes beyond nationalities, I admire (Amira) her and also her simplicity and purity...soul warming, healing...

[@morrisp.5583]

Pure vocal brilliance !!! An angel ? Not for me to judge. But if she's not .... she's as close as there is on THIS planet. Quite possibly the greatest vocal performance ever by a child in a church setting. Almost, but thank goodness not quite .... heart stopping.

[@NateAlex10]

God’s Holy Spirit was absolutely with Amira that night. This is a miracle of God caught on video!!!

[@jackleavitt1253]

Every time I hear this, I thank God for this talented lady....I am wiping away the tears as I write this.

[@kensibraa4933]

Me too.

[@mortimerzilch2608]

one of the greatest singing perfromances you will ever encounter. If this doesn't set you off in tears, nothing will.

[@mortimerzilch2608]

incredible....I'm quite sure I have never seen nor heard ANYTHING quite like this...certainly one of the greatest singing performances ever recorded.

[@danielmills9863]

In the last 3 days I have listened to no fewer than 12 other renditions of this beautiful song. Amira is the youngest and the BEST OF ALL OF THEM. Nobody even comes close to this beautiful rendition by Amira. This is my new favorite Amira song.

[@morrisp.3460]

Daniel Mills ..... I know exactly what you mean ! This version hasn't gotten the fanfare IMHO it deserves. It may not have the big orchestra, and it may not be the best of recordings, but her voice could drill through stone here. It is that powerful a rendition. Absolutely mind-blowing !!!

[@rainieresguerra7486]

You said it perfectly. 🙏

[@danielmills9863]

@@morrisp.3460 I have listened to three more singers perform this song, and they don't measure up to Amira's rendition. Of the 16 people I have heard performing this song, Amira is the youngest by many years. Her rendition is by far the best! The feeling Amira puts into this song is mature beyond her years. She is the only one who doesn't take a breath between the last high note and the next note (word), "Dio" -- which totally makes this Ave Maria my favorite. I make it a point to have this the last thing I listen to before I go to sleep!

[@morrisp.5583]

@@danielmills9863 .... This will always be one of my favourite Amira performances. As you say Daniel......beyond her years here. She was in full ' heart and soul ' mode during this performance. No exaggerated mannerisms, just pure vocal brilliance ! And at 11 years of age ! Just astonishing rendition. You know when Amira closes her eyes and high notes are coming.....you had better hang on. Whenever my eyes need a good flush, I come back to this performance. In case you missed it, this video was reacted to by " Zeus Reaction Videos " here on KZbin. See..... " Zeus Reacts, Amira 'Ave Maria' Gomez ". Quite the reaction. A new huge Amira fan.

[@beuming1]

@@morrisp.5583 zeer goed invoelende reactie van Zeus, door iemand met een zuidelijke passie..

[@_player333_]

I can only thank God for having lived to hear the most sublime voice of all time.

[@mortimerzilch2608]

certainly one of them. nothing I have ever heard equals Amira.

[@charlesdaley5482]

I cannot believe I am hearing what I am hearing!!! This is truly amazing!!!

[@RayVandenburg]

All the time I listen to this video, tears are shedding on my cheeks. Her performance is emotional, powerful and with a remarkable confidence. She's my ultimate favorite female singer, with no one I have this connection. I promised myself to follow Amira the rest of my life. She's become my lifeline in difficult times, gives me strength and comfort for the heart.

[@thehumanraise2715]

You're so right...

[@thehumanraise2715]

And not the only one

[@mortimerzilch2608]

yes, Amira seems like a miracle to us who have trudged through the last half of the 20th century.

[@eleanordixon9678]

What a beautiful thing to say, and so true. She is a flower in an increasingly rotten world. I have to hear her every day.

[@ZappafansAchilles]

amira gives me hope to live I agree completely I am convinced that amira is an angel sent by God Thank God every day Thank you for sending us amira

[@warpy1918]

i have heard amira's version of this song so many times now and i just never found the word the way i felt after the video and now i know it, it's hope , hope is what i feel after this

[@edmundoserrano2869]

Wow! Beautiful rendition as if she was praying. I view this Ave Maria video of Amira once a week. It gives joy and peace every time I hear it.

[@fransgroeningenvan6889]

Zulke mooie warme commentaren, op zo'n prachtige stem en Amira, ik kan niet genoeg van je krijgen, je bent een zegen en Godsgeschenk voor deze tijd

[@NateAlex10]

This is absolutely straight from God! Amira has the gift of the Holy Spirit as you can see & hear, and this is an absolute miracle caught on video!!!

[@kathleenbroman9788]

Wow! So nice to hear some of the older Church music again. Amira certainly does justice to it. I've never heard anything like her in my life. My late husband was charmed with her singing and always trying to get me to listen. Now I know what he was talking about. Amira is likely the best opera voice both naturally and trained of all time. So smooth and natural as if she's not even trying. God Bless her and keep her safe always.

[@claudegadret9110]

Oscar wilde said:"music puts the soul in harmony with all that exists":this is the effect produced by Amira with her inspired interpretations.

[@mortimerzilch2608]

I just watched Monstserrat, Maria Callas, Strebetko, and Jackie, and out of the lot...it's AMIRA that moves me...she's the greatest of all time...I hope she doesn't loose it during her teenage years...but only gets BETTER...wow. thanks, AMIRA, and happy 13th birthday in two days.

[@cheungcheung5812]

If you want to know how an angel looks like, just look at Amira and you will find the answer.

[@mortimerzilch2608]

this was a big surprise. Amira had never sung this in public before this. She explodes this on the world. I can't get over how great this is...I've never heard anything quite like it. And I'm talking in recorded history !

[@thomaskipphorn4729]

This is so hauntingly beautiful...I am so glad somebody recorded this. Amira is soooo special no matter what age!!

[@avril8918]

loving the guy in the choir drying his eyes while trying not to let on just how this performance of Amiras affected him she just gets better and better

[@danielmills9863]

This is now my favorite version and rendition of Ave Maria. As Amira has performed several (3?) versions of Ave Maria, each successive one has become my favorite until I hear another version -- done, of course, by Amira. To me, this version is the most beautiful song I have heard in my 71 years. I both smile and cry when I watch Amira sing this Ave Maria. I noticed her intensity of feeling throughout. Amira really put her heart and soul into this, it seems more than in anything else she has performed.

[@cmlarose50]

It's as if she is singing directly to Jesus' mother, Mary.

[@danielmills9863]

If you are not crying all the way through this song, you are not human! Very well done, Amira!!

[@danielmills9863]

I just listened to two women singing this song. The first sang it in E-flat. The second sang in C. Amira sings it in F, and hers is by far the best rendition there is. Amira so out-classed these two much older women.

[@christopherlouisosborne8032]

Fincent and Amira are so fortunate to have such supportive parents.Really great to see - love it.

[@delpht]

Dear lord ! This is breathtaking ! What a voice ! What a presence

[@Giovanna-tw5zz]

3:34 H O W. Like really, how is possible that a voice like THAT is coming from a tiny body of a young child. Oh my God. I truly think that this is how heaven sounds like.

[@1wannabee1]

I have watched these talent shows from all around the world on u-tube. As yet! I have NOT come across ANY singer that comes close to Amira. Here? basically all you have is an organ to accompany her yet she STILL brings the hairs up on the back of your neck as you listen to her. I have this tendancy to look at the 'eyes' of people when they perform. AS we all know, the eyes can NOT lie and if you look at Amira's eyes when she sings? you can clearly see that she simply goes to a place somewhere. Its not fake! Its honest, its genuine and it is VERY rare, as is Amira. Tc cutie, stay safe.

[@stevenM8282]

Amira really doesn't really need any back up her voice is her instrument, and not a better one on earth.

[@hakanselvander9071]

This is the best voice I have heard in the holy universe...incredible ❤️

[@patrickschoenpflug]

It’s so hard fathom a girl at 11 years of age with a voice a woman of 25,amazing does not describe this girl I don’t think a word has been invented for Amira, and now she is 15 years old and her voice is only getting stronger more controlled each song she sings.Thank you Amira for this beautiful song that you sung beautifully and for kind and lovely ♥️ heart👍🏻🌹🌺💐🌼🥀🌷🌸😍👍🏻

[@russthomas1887]

After making myself listen to a lot of opera, I've come to the conclusion that Amira is NOT normal. There are good singer and great singers, Ten notches above them sit's a singing marvel that has no equal. Amira's timing, tone and style are what sets her apart.

[@shooster5884]

Your last sentence hits the mark. She is somehow different to other singers her age in her self contained passion and it comes out as you said, and touches people deeply.

[@mortimerzilch2608]

I am not really able to deal with what Amira is putting out. It's too good. Not of this Earth. It's beyond what I could imagine. But there she is ...doing it. Changes the whole game of life...pushes the boundary out about a mile. Just incredible. Very inspiring. thanks Girl.

[@luigimanzoni2705]

+shooster it's true. amira once said when she closes her eyes she is really into the music and feels like she's flying. more passion and emotion in this song that I've ever heard. even from adult singers. look closely at her face, she's lost.so amazing and beautiful.

[@rainieresguerra7486]

I re-visited this today (Aug 18, 2018) and I have to say that you are absolutely right. No one compares to this girl..NO ONE.

[@anabellesabangan7565]

I so much agree with you. A gift from God to us!

[@mikebarnard7957]

Those "dislikes" must be heartless and soulless creatures of the night with no capacity whatsoever to appreciate what is, by any standards, a truly remarkable and beautifully sung performance of a great composition. Tone deaf and brain dead to boot! To think Amira was only 11 years old then, makes the performance even more astounding. Her voice is now maturing wonderfully and at 13 years old she is becoming an elegant and beautiful young lady with outstanding prospects as a professional operatic soprano of the highest quality, should she so choose to pursue that career.

[@granttrumbo7937]

I've heard Amira sing this on a private recording by her manager at 13 years of age It is amazing. I'm still hoping it will be on her 3rd CD.

[@jackleavitt1253]

Mike Barnard I think you were being too kind to her detractors....this is one of most beautiful performances EVER....

[@pdcrews100]

This piece is where Amira's soul shines through!!! Her power and heart are all in for this and GOD HELP US if she is holding back here!!! What a privilege it is to be alive during her time on this earth. Thank you Amira for what your voice is doing to all of our souls.

[@eleanordixon9678]

Phillip Crews What a wonderful thing to say, and how very true.😊

[@Portugal2100]

every single person in this world should listen Amira singing this beautiful rendition to Our Lady and not only once, but everyday, like I do, your day will be better, trust me! How I am happy to still be in this world to see your performances Amira. Many Thanks

[@mbeatriz2350]

Olá! Sou Portuguesa também! E com mt orgulho

[@mbeatriz2350]

Canto ópera também! Se quiser dar uma vista de olhos no meu canal

[@jamesepler7156]

This video should have twenty million views...

[@charlesdaley5482]

I'm with you ,I don't understand why this performance and all the others at Canisius church are not in the millions.!! I guess if I keep watching as often as I do ,they will get there eventually.

[@ThatFellaChris]

@@charlesdaley5482 and mine, I think this is one of her best!

[@verocimil]

What actually surrounds Amira is the unwavering and undisturbed, pure connection to the divine in which she is fully immersed and that protects her in her firm and gentle celestial presence; a presence full of light, love, dedication and certainty, where there is no doubt anymore and where all is in alignment with a higher reality: with the heavenly kingdom she stems from, the heavenly kingdom we all stem from; but she is the strong reminder with whom God has now gifted humanity, unmistakeably capable to allude to those ethereal realms and to the direction that brings us back to our spiritual homes. Such an imperturbable peace and outpouring of confidence, pure and generous in its character, responsive and attainable to all those who through Amira can witness a change in the direction of their hearts that endows them to receive all those unparalleled beautiful higher blessings! We don’t need to add anything to the divine, but rather make ourselves a vessel where the divine can shine in and dwell. That is why all is so pure and genuine in Amira’s voice and musical expression, an expression that is entirely unpretentious and that within herself has become a synonym of true, unaltered wisdom and manifestation, where the Spirit can speak through in His willingness, to which she has opened herself in the most formidable and glorifying way. That is what distinguishes her and makes her stand on her own in today’s world, but at the same time is there, ready and available to all of us. That is what Amira is showing us with all that simplicity, determination, tenderness and celestial spark, with all that uniqueness that emanates from God and that she is willing to share with all those who are ready and willing to receive. Let us not forget, but turn ourselves to this one Source, seeking the internal awakening, every morning and ever night, cultivating the proper feelings and sparking the thoughts within us that help and encourage us to overcome and to fill our souls with divine purposes.

[@1masanupuri]

In her hometown,with the family,she sing without any pressure,very naturally.This performance is the best,so far.

[@mortimerzilch2608]

in the church of St. Peter Canisius S.J. who is responsible for adding the second part of the "Hail Mary" prayer...a girl by the name of Amira sings the "Ave Maria" like it has never been sung before...in her hometown...which is the hometown of Peter Canisius...it's incredible. God was listening, the angels were listening, the Virgin Mary was listening...to this odd but historic recording of an all time great vocal performance.

[@ROCROCROC1]

Outside of the accompanied, this could be the greatest individual performance ever sung. Intense, precise, majestic - beautiful. I am thankful to have been able to see and hear it.

[@paulburgess9796]

What a superb performance. She raises the roof! So many perfect notes, such feeling that only she can add, because she is so at home performing. No Ave Maria comes close to the feeling she expresses here. Truly, she slips into another place inside the music. Bravo, Amira.

[@Remnants100]

Came back for another sprinkle of stardust! This young lady is adding so much joy to my life, as I am sure she is to many more around the world.

[@thehumanraise2715]

Every day...

[@johnduffy714]

I have to agree with others this was sublime and from the heart , it reminds me of a visit to Notre Dame where you could feel the emotion of centuries , truly she has a deep heart and soul

[@manolo1609]

What a proud mom Mrs. Willighagen must be. I am sure a proud fan!

[@alanmunch5779]

I was privileged to be there and feel we experienced something extraordinary, gripping, so beautiful...

[@Antonpreis]

+Alan Munch Lucky you - it's a long way to go from New Zealand!

[@laural.christeson3906]

+Alan Munch Nice penguins!

[@theodoremcgee334]

+Alan Munch I'm very jealous of this Alan... :)

[@manolo1609]

+Alan Munch Did you see her spaceship leave the building at the end?

[@pdcrews100]

+Alan Munch -- Mr. Munch, I was wondering if you had some time to answer a few questions about the performances that you have seen of Amira? If so, please email me at [e-mail]. Thank you.

[@paulburgess9796]

Fincent played his perfect for her. He is learning and will only get better and better, because he has a perfect ear for the sounds. I love that the whole family worked together for this.

[@Ramblinman-qn4fg]

Natural born singer with superb tonal quality and note control. she brings me to tears on this song. hope she continues singing. she is one of the purest vocalists in the world. a very charming girl . lots of luck to her..

[@satanstrilogy2288]

This little girl stands out, among the most talented!

[@smallfry3017]

Amira at that early time produced the most beautiful and emotional sounds ever made by a human being. She is still astounding but the beauty of innocence combined with that enormous raw talent is unbeatable.

[@leslietarboxjr4287]

God has put her on earth with the voice of an angle. She is so special and her gift has to have been sent form the heavens. Totally amazing.

[@avril8918]

I've been watching Amira since she first appeared on Hollands got talent and she just gets better and better this has to be my favourite hope she records this loving listening to you angel keep it up you are wonderful

[@greglawson3665]

I always felt that the OMBC with Andre Rieu was the best, all things considered, that Amira has done. But on reflection, this performance is right up there, especially with the power and passion on display. She was so "in the zone" that her mother and brother could have been playing banjos and penny whistles for all the difference it would have made to her. She was oblivious to all around her except maybe the organ to give her the tempo. This was an outstanding performance, one of many during this period in her relatively short career. Another tour de force by our young star!

[@jackleavitt1253]

Greg Lawson....I could not agree with you more. I was going to write a comment but dont think I could improve on what you wrote.

[@mortimerzilch2608]

@@jackleavitt1253 banjos and pennywhistles...you nailed it...totally immersed. want to see that from AMIRA now...2020.

[@GabiBliss]

Her mother and brother WERE playing banjos and penny-whistles by the sound of it. Almost ruined it, why did they have to steal any of her thunder. Erk.

[@MyFormerSelf]

Her performance of O Maria Babino Caro with André Rieu is indeed amazing, especially considering her young age at the time (I think it was soon after she won Holland's Got Talent). What struck me about that performance is that she accurately expresses the emotions of the lyrics on her little face. I've seen even Pavarotti omit the somber emotions of OMBC.

[@titanbarrett6837]

pro tip : watch series on Flixzone. Been using them for watching lots of of movies recently.

[@charlesdaley5482]

just popped by to check in on my favorite performer singing the most beautiful version of Ave Maria and it just keeps getting better every time i hear it !!! Amazing !!!

[@sabineausmg9543]

This is still my favourite performance of the future world star Amira - and I can proudly say that I have watched and listened to (nearly) all of them! Amira, I am sure that in some years your name is named in the same breath with the ones of Maria Callas, Montserrat Caballé, Anna Netrebko and other world famous opera stars!

[@luigimanzoni2705]

How is this even possible. Every time I listen to this it rips at my soul. How does an 11 year old girl sing with such a depth of passion and anguish that it becomes almost unbearable to watch and listen without being able to hold and comfort her at the end. Please God watch over and protect her

[@paulburgess9796]

Luigi Manzoni: I don't know how old you are, or what state of parenthood you speak from, but you nailed the feelings of the hearts of many with your comment. Love, unsearchable Love, flows from us to this divine-inspired and gifted child. May she read your comment and take it into her heart forever, so that she will continue to sing to us all her life in the way she does here.

[@luigimanzoni2705]

Paul Burgess 70 with two lovely and very talented daughters. I wonder if her parents truly understand tis exceptional gift they are responsible for. from time to time I get the feeling they perceived her as a child who was very good at singing. voice coach, language coach, breathing and phrasing, Amira needs the best. Not to force her but make available for her level of interest. Amira seems to be such a quick study and so curious and desirous of performing well I think she would just soak it up like a.sponge. Her parents know her best and obviously love her and want to protect her childhood I just hope the understand how unique and talented Amira is. I will shut up now.

[@dafyddllewellyn6636]

Watch her documentary "Ave Amira"; it will show you what her priorities are.

[@edgoudreau2267]

Having followed all her documentaries and a bit of what her parents have shared, I believe they do know how gifted Amira is, more than anyone else does. Her parents are in the best position to guide her safely between dual pressures of exploiting her gift and over-sheltering it. I believe that with their feet solidly planted on the ground and their priorities straight, Amira is being allowed to explore and find her own way. What emerges from Amira years down the road is anyone's guess. I for one am really only interested in Amira's present (pun intended). Each new interview, performance and song I hear about is like opening another wrapped gift.

[@luigimanzoni2705]

Ed Goudreau Thanks for your response. I have watched all the video interviews etc and it's very obvious Amira is very loved and cared for which is highlighted by her fearless confidence and wonderful character. I guess I am concerned about the quality of her instruction etc. If Amira truley wants to be an opera singer focusing a little more on breathing ,phrasing and language now will help quite a bit later especially avoiding any bad habits. You are correct though we should just enjoy each new performance and the miraculous flowering of her voice. It is none of our business as fans but Amira is so unique as a singer and performer you pray she the best instruction available. Anyway thanks again.

[@tapiolannero]

Simply unbelievable performance in this very demanding piece of art.

[@paulburgess9796]

Bravo, Fincent! You did your part beautifully. Never worry about comparisons: you are in your own sphere.

[@lonniecole1435]

I feel that this is her best version of this song. Imagine the result if this was recorded in a sound studio instead of a crowded church hall. She never sang it better.

[@Remnants100]

Such a beautiful rendition of Gomez's 'Ave Maria' perfectly delivered, as if in Prayer. I do believe (even here) dear Amira is singing well within her wonderful range. A privilege as always.

[@1wannabee1]

O,M,C! What a voice! I'm not ashamed to say that the hairs on my neck are vertical and there's a lump in my throat that simply wont go down. ( I guess some wounds just are not meant to heal!). This young lady is truly THE 'find of the century'. I hope she's looked after very well. Tc now every1.

[@mortimerzilch2608]

this is a bizarre video in that the background has a group of old white men who are trying desperately to show zero emotion, Amira's accompaniment is a clown show, and the video is totally amateurish....but out of it all AMIRA is locked in producing the highest quality operatic art possibly EVER RECORdED....it is truly bizarre as if the Hope Diamond were being displaced at a neighborhood yard sale.

[@jacquidickinson2257]

It is her mum on the recorder, her brother playing the violin and her father playing the organ...a family affair... BUT She is truly the shining star... AND the beautiful song that she is so stunningly singing..😍

[@1wannabee1]

@@jacquidickinson2257 The fact that Amira is only supported by a violin,a recorder and an organ, yet the performance still is un-believably remarkable,which proves the quality of her beautiful vocal quality. For me? Amira's voice stands alone,especially considering her age and experience.

[@jacquidickinson2257]

It is a beautiful arrangement, melodic and well balanced.... Combined with Amira's musicality and sincere deliverance, it has become one of my favourite pieces ROBERT GOMEZ......

[@ukdodger]

This performance by Amira is for me her finest to date. Granted that the acoustics of the church help but her singing is heaven sent.

[@draco_bane]

hmm... is it not what a Opera house has ... the correct Accoustics? how would this sound in a Opera House... even bigger I think...

[@steverichvalsky4322]

WOW! That was.........stunning! What an absolutely beautiful voice.

[@frankyoung744]

Oh Amira.So angels do exist on earth and you are the proof with this beautiful rendition. You have changed my outlook on life and I thank you dear.

[@danielmcgowan4970]

Once in a lifetime a voice, but hardly ever in one so young and where on earth did she get that wonderful breath control.

[@mortimerzilch2608]

running long distance track!

[@beuming1]

@@mortimerzilch2608 en wilskracht als Belier net als ik, ben trots op mijn landgenote.....

[@AlwaysFTI]

amira... your voice touches people' souls, give people hope, and bring so much happiness to us

[@1wannabee1]

I've just watched Amira when she won HGT singing Nesum Dorma. You can clearly see how she has already improved by listening to her singing here. She is just truly amazing and lets hope we hear lots more of her in the future. ( I can wait). Tc cutie, x

[@63rdwho]

Oh my Lord, this leaves me in tears, it is so gorgeous. I heard this only yesterday at Bath, but have now heard it properly for the first time. What an astoundingly beautiful performance from Amira with accompaniment from her mother and her brother Fincent.

[@danielmills9863]

Amira's father was playing the organ -- a real family affair.

[@danielmills9863]

John Byatt -- That's her father playing the organ.

[@SandroMireno]

This is the cleanest record in all aspects I've ever heard! thank you!you are an angel! I cry every time I watch it. it cleanses my soul!

[@mortimerzilch2608]

I don't think any sound system can do Amira justice...microphones are for recording, not for amplifying her singing...Amira should sing in acoustically designed opera halls. This performance is too big for the church it's in, bust the seams! really incredible. I've never seen anything like it.

[@ukdodger]

Has to be the most beautiful thing I've ever heard

[@mortimerzilch9437]

Yes. Yes. Yes.

[@theodoremcgee334]

I enjoy how nothing distracts this girl Amira; from the balloon popping in the finals of HGT during her Nessun Droma and now this with her brother and mother muffing the score. Wonderful - Great to see her career is also a family career, all involved - what joy.

[@danielmills9863]

Theodore McGee -- I noticed that Frieda and Fincent muffed a little, but didn't want to say so until you did. Considering Amira's flawless performance, the muffing is forgivable. This is my favorite video of the beautiful Amira!

[@tapiolannero]

I used to hear large variety of musik but now I am charmed by Amira!

[@ROCROCROC1]

Really... there are simply no words for this performance. Amira is surely sent to us for a purpose. She has brought me joy and happiness but I think her purpose goes far beyond that.

[@cmlarose50]

i've been saying that too. She is God's gift to all humanity to bring us to Him.

[@hongchen8566]

Her voice touched people's hearts 她的歌声打动人心.

[@lesgrimwood3621]

Every note rings like a bell. Amira now appears to be extending her range into the lower Mezzo at age 14/15 again every note ringing like a tuning fork. But coupled with this superbly beautiful stradivarius voice is stage presence bar none. All those new to this little wonder look at her performances on youtube starting with HGT Babbino to the present day.

[@paultownsend6919]

Beautiful. A family affair yet Amira's voice dominates.

[@mikebarnard7957]

For some unfathomable reason I missed playing this upload from this concert. I've heard all the other amazing performances by Amira many times over, but this one, which I have just heard for the first time, is particularly spectacular. Words almost fail me in describing the sheer beauty of her voice as displayed to perfection here. Couldn't contain the tears! I'm due to see Amira at her 2017 Xmas concert shortly and I can't wait!

[@ZappafansAchilles]

This is a phenomenon called a miracle The existence of amira itself is already a miracle I do not understand whether it was sent from another planet or a gift from the sky, but if there is a miracle, I think that the singing voice of amira deserves its "miracle" Unparalleled genius

[@Seleuce]

Like a nightingale in a flock of ducks! I rarely listen to child singers. This remakably gifted girl, however, changed my habbits.

[@joopl1963]

Prachtig gezongen! Het zou mij niet verbazen als straks de grootste operahuizen ter wereld haar uitnodigen om belangrijke rollen in grote opera's te komen zingen. Lijkt me een kwestie van tijd.

[@包子扛大麥]

This is the most incredible voice I’ve heard ever.

[@MrTreehugger50]

First time I have seen this and man was absolutely blown away those tones just smashed into my heart just had to listen intently as could not see because of the tears amazing 👏👏💟

[@mortimerzilch2608]

that;s the way it always is Paddy...right there with you.

[@joannadebowska5315]

Amiro!!!! Jak żyję, jeszcze nie słyszałam tak pięknego głosu. Mam 54 lata, mam nadzieję, że doczekam się usłyszeć Cię w tym dorosłym twoim wieku, mam nadzieję. Kocham Cię mocno i całuję. Jesteś naszym Aniołem Stróżem, Aniołem całego Świata ;-)

[@pamelacook4896]

God gave you a annointed gift my dear Amira

[@highcking]

Spectacular singing. Amira is gaining breath control and is now able to phrase dramatically and use diminuendo. Having a naturally beautiful instrument is a gift of Nature, but the key to success in opera is intelligence, the ability to learn the needed skills. She has that asset in abundance.

[@akkarinMKIV]

Great! Also nice to see her proud mom who almost forgets to play, and Fincent who laughs at her!

[@JLTBAJ]

Se que mi comentario es uno más, solo un numero solamente., pero la voz de Amira no es de este mundo, es INCREIBLE, es un ángel de Dios, digan lo que digan o piensen lo que piensen.