Caroline Shaw - And the Swallow

[@rolanslide8509]

This song was an absolute BEAST to learn, but it was worth it. Maybe the most beautiful thing I've had the privilege of performing

[@SALEENS7GTR5]

Just looked up the transcription... I've drummed and sang for 10+ years and some of the rhythms here, like coming in a let of a triplet, the 4s, paired with the flowing and loose tempo racked my brain on first look over. really need to keep the subdivision going but also know your notes! But it's so effective and gorgeous, delicate and reverent. A stunning piece.

[@altame2918]

J'aime beaucoup caroline SHAW ; la partition est magnifique, et cette interprétation par de jeunes voix est superbe et très émouvante. Un très grand bravo à tout le monde.

[@kernicterus1233]

I'm a big fan of Caroline Shaw, and that modulation just after 2:20 is so 'her' - love it. Thanks for this.

[@lgm5499]

I heard you on 90.1 Philadelphia and now listen to you at home. Beautiful and touching. Thank you!

[@samritter6248]

Truly, this is the best recording of this out there.

[@s1clanfortnite851]

Watch the tenebrae choir. I think they are slightly better. Their bass section is just overpoweringly beautiful and all of them fit so well together.

[@edwing71]

This is my preferred recording, what Anna achieves with these boys and girls at Pembroke College is amazing! But now there is also an new arrangement and perfect recording of this splendid work where the 2nd choir is played by a string ensemble. Look it up: And the Swallow Caroline Shaw (arr. Kennedy) by British top notch ensemble SANSARA

[@victoriacorrea6769]

This performance is beautiful. Oh my god ❤️

[@DaveBrons]

Hi Anna , this performance moved me to tears . So beautiful . I bought the CD immediately of course. Thanks so much for bringing this song to life. Its one of the best things I've ever heard... and I write music for a living!

[@rprb1957]

Where is the CD available?

[@andrewfeazelle]

Very nice! Quaint country churches are my favorite venue for classical concerts.

[@OrlaRodgers]

This is phenomenal 😍😍 Felt like I was in heaven for 4 mins it’s stunning ❤️

[@dalondabaker3338]

Yes..me tooo

[@jimpeter3453]

I've met Caroline Shaw! Regards from Baltimore.

[@christinekruger2754]

Einfach nur wunderschön. Danke!

[@Drumm216]

learning to sing this song for a concert in 2 1/2 weeks, one of the most beautiful things I feel like I will ever sing. AMAZING job on this recording!

[@dandaprezyo]

Stellar performance--love the covering of mouths with the music! What a brilliant direction

[@johnzeek4884]

Absolutely marvelous - thank you for sharing :)

[@chukwukaonyenze7450]

This has been the best 4 minutes of my day, I love this ❤

[@barbaracouto6750]

Bellísimo!!!

[@rebeccaryanthomsen6951]

So beautiful. Well sung!!!

[@johannesnicolaas]

If I were living in the middle ages I would say: I see the heavens open and angels are flowing up and down....

[@bluefunkybassman]

Amazing! This has been one of my favourite tracks to listen to today!

[@tomtaylor5577]

#loveyournhs ❤️❤️❤️💖❤️ 👍👍👍

[@suethompson3517]

Thank you Jess Gillam [R3] for introducing this to me. Stunning.

[@andrewroberts8139]

Yes, me too

[@aureliencurinier5745]

Love this piece! Very fine work!

[@Transcriptor]

More, bravo 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@dalondabaker3338]

I love this!!!!💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@InspirationSessions]

Exquisite

[@imsosmart942]

I can easily envision a swallow flying overhead when I listen to this

[@StarlightsRest]

I usually contemplate one resting in a nest, taking shelter from the rain.

[@sergeant399]

Nice touch that the choir are casually dressed with drinks bottles on the floor. Everyone can enjoy such glorious music. Dinner jackets or ruffs and surpluses not essential.

[@chasjm21]

Would Wigmore Hall care to respond to this?

[@pollysmith5014]

This isn't a concert, it's a recording session which has been filmed

[@stephenhulbert3500]

This is sublime. Is anyone involved in the recording of this able to advise on the equipment used and post-production techniques?

[@tomhuras5297]

Why are some of the singers on the left hiding their faces with the music sheets? Is this some kind of mute?

[@rnewman7857]

It is an optional interpretation by the director to soften the tongue to palate (nnnnn). It can be done without covering the face .

[@ZacharyJMoore]

This was beautiful. I know you probably have no idea who I am, but I am an emerging composer and hope to collaborate with you one day. Congratulations on a beautiful performance.

[@Navoi7]

I am LIKE 950...

[@Djessie11]

7 people disliked this? LOL.

[@desafrique53]

@@Djessie11 amazing. I would have expected far more than that.

[@desafrique53]

Easy listening classical crossover. Not as bad as Max Richter though.

[@davelyon1542]

sorry you flunked choir...😀

[@desafrique53]

@@davelyon1542 I have the voice of an angel🤣

[@vovcha01]

@@desafrique53but not their spirit.

[@paulwesson1740]

A mean spirited comment.