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Vocal Coach reacts to reaction to analyses analyzes analysis of breaks down Eva Cassidy - Somewhere Over The Rainbow
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Check out Eva Cassidy here: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eva_Cas...
Eva Marie Cassidy was an American singer and guitarist known for her interpretations of jazz, folk, and blues music, sung with a powerful, emotive soprano voice.
"Over the Rainbow" is a ballad by Harold Arlen with lyrics by Yip Harburg. It was written for the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz, in which it was sung by actress Judy Garland in her starring role as Dorothy Gale. It won the Academy Award for Best Original Song and became Garland's signature song.
Composer(s) Harold Arlen
Lyricist(s) E.Y. Harburg
Performed by Eva Cassidy - Vocals and Guitar
Genres: Jazz, folk, Blues
Origin: Washington D.C. U.S
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[@ShreveportJoe]

I’ve never been able to make it through this song and several others of hers without crying. She does an amazing version of Sting’s “Fields of Gold”. The first time Sting heard her version was when a journalist played it for him, during an interview and he was brought to tears. Eva had the extraordinary ability to convey so much emotion with her voice.

[@Lela-plants]

@shreveportjoe it’s nice to see a local her. Lol

[@johntatum1951]

Yes, her version of Fields of Gold...is so wonderful! Luv it!

[@douglasheath411]

By the time she hits the 4th guitar note, I am releasing joyful tears of anticipation of being moved to a sacred place of worship. If I try to listen to this more than 3 times in a row, my entire being has been drained of every drop of moisture it can hold. This incredible performer should have been a household name on everyone's list since back in 1996 where she did this live very shortly before she died of cancer at the young age of 33. It is almost as if she sang her heart to death as a last gift to the World! How is it even possible that so many of us are just receiving the gift. Thankyou KZbin Reaction videos for bringing this Eternally Joyful gift to a World that can be deaf to true talent, AMEN and AMEN

[@BarrySowder]

Beth, one of the many things that make Eva so great here is her guitar accompaniment. I have never heard a solo artist accompany herself in such a flowing yet changing way that allowed room for the varying emotions she was feeling. And yet, the guitar often seamlessly emphasized her emotions without getting in the way. What a gift to the world! 🙏

[@atomcraft4067]

Phoebe Snow playing Poetry Man is the same for me.

[@smvwees]

In the Netherlands we have Maaike Ouboter fullfilling that role with the song "Dat ik je mis".😉 (Which is her own song).

[@SRPM-yk9xw]

You genuinely think you can write, don't you? Bless!

[@BarrySowder]

@@SRPM-yk9xw I'm not sure what you meant by that comment, but I do know that listening to great music like this has made it easier for me to express what I feel about it. Bless you as well!

[@SRPM-yk9xw]

@@BarrySowder Good for you! Just try not to inflict it on the rest of us.

[@kathynicholson103]

She went to my high school and graduated with my older brother. She sang at our school coffeehouse when she was a senior and I was a sophomore. When her song ended, you could have heard a pin drop, and then the place erupted! My brother saw her last concert done locally near our home. She was so weak she could hardly walk on stage, but she didn't want to stop singing 😢

[@martinsmith3354]

Played this song for my Father on his Death bed and again at his Funeral. I like to think her angelic voice escorted him on his way. RIP Dad. I miss you.

[@tom7471]

Around the the turn of the century a friend gave me her album 'Songbird'. By the time I got to this song, the last on that exquisite CD, I had already nearly fallen out my chair several times. It was a few days later I found out she had passed away years prior. I was saddened to say the least. Eva remains one of the truly greatest singers of all time. Thanks so much for the thoughtful reaction.

[@throeling]

This performance was recorded only 7 or 8 months before she passed. In this song. when you look at it now and hear her singing it, it sounds as her farewell song. as if she already knew she would not not be here for a long time anymore. It will give me chills ans goosebumps forever. This is the ultimate version of the song. Eva, forever in our hearts. ❤

[@snkeptz]

From what I have heard from those who knew her, she didn't have her diagnosis of melanoma yet.

[@williamthelast1]

​@@snkeptz Thank you... That's what exactly what I want to know... ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@xxticxxtocxx7909]

If you watch her doing 'Autumn Leaves' and don't bawl your eyes out, you're not human. She is so amazing. Thanks for the reaction.

[@kestrelle5345]

Fall never comes that I don't think of her "Autumn Leaves" it hangs around me like a mantle till Winter comes.

[@edwardlittle5686]

This performance was basically a cover band in a bar in Washington, DC. I've been in alot of those kind of bars, both as a drinker and as a musician/singer. It's always a din of noise; usually no one pays attention to the "background music". But for this entire hour-long performance you could hear a pin drop in the audience. And thank God! Can you imagine if this performance had been lost because of poor recording conditions?! Eva is a gif to humankind.

[@zubrycky]

It is important to point out that Eva was fighting a cold that night. Even in a bad night, Eva was amazing.

[@jeannefong9401]

Such fragility and vulnerability in her performance. Her crystal clear voice delivers so much emotions, I can't help but tear up every time I see this...gone too soon.

[@dereks1264]

Eva is one of the most amazing vocalists and song interpreters of all time, IMO. Her crystal clear soprano combines with a pitch perfect delivery to deliver all the feels (as the kids say). She covered all the genres with equal perfection. Another fantastic cover by her is Sting's "Fields Of Gold". Sting himself said it was the best version of his song he had heard. My third favourite is her rendition of "Songbird".

[@lifelover515]

Just the phrasing alone is genius, And the rest. Power, tenderness, yearning, regret, hope, it's all there. A unique and very special achievement. Thanks for bringing this remarkable performance and magnificent work of art back to us, Beth. Eva was such a loss.

[@jimgore1278]

I'm so glad you finally got to Eva. She was amazing. I first heard of her when several of us - a bunch of guys in their late forties who had spent their lives playing mainly rock and blues - got together for a practice. One of us had picked up her Songbird album and said "You've got to hear this." No practice that evening. We listened to the entire album, mostly not speaking at all, then spent the rest of the evening talking about it.

[@ronraskind]

You have just witnessed what I consider to be the finest rendition of this song ever recorded. There are a few good ones but I don't think anything beats this. She has quite a few other recordings on her KZbin channel that are worth viewing. There's nothing more I can say. Wonderful reaction.

[@mgonzales56]

Beth, in the late 1990's I was watching a news show, and they had a segment in Eva. I was totally mesmerized by her voice and her story, and I must admit, I shed a few tears. The next day, I went out and bought several of her CD's and I fell in love with her amazing voice. Just now, watching you listening to her sing, I shed a few more tears...tears of joy, that we both are so lucky to have discovered Eva Cassidy's magic. Thank you for featuring her on this video.

[@roncypert8255]

Beth, I had the very same reaction to this performance the first time I witnessed it. It can still bring tears to my eyes. I also love her cover of Cyndi Lauper’s Time After Time.

[@scouser052]

I grew up in the DC area and saw her perform many times, a lot of musicians got together and gave a benefit concert at a club called "The Bayou" in Georgetown, DC, to raise money for her medical bills, she was in attendance and at the end she was helped out on stage and sang, the song she performed was "What a Wonderful World" a few weeks later she was gone

[@larrywright6214]

Lucy Thomas does a great cover of this.

[@robyncohen8542]

Amazing❤

[@kathynicholson103]

She went to my high school and graduated with my older brother. He and my sister were at that concert, too, and by the end of the night they were gutted by all the sadness😢

[@fratermus5502]

Her Fields of Gold cover is amazing

[@mljrotag6343]

100%.

[@stoicsceptic8420]

Played it at my dad’s funeral. He was a fan.

[@saposapo1]

And Autumn Leaves

[@davidstudebaker7397]

I've rarely heard a voice of such purity" stings quote about Eva's rendition. I love that song and nightbird

[@MattJocks]

When the Eva Cassidy phenomenon broke, I remember reading an article that told the story of a guy playing this over the phone for his parents. His dad had often given the guy a hard time for liking softer, folky, touchy-feely music because the dad was more into straight macho rock. So the guy played the song and then asked what the parents thought. Mom loved it. The guy asked, "Dad?" And Mom said, "He's crying."

[@leeperdue7906]

Eva’s voice is so beautiful and dynamic. Her version of the blues song Stormy Monday from this same concert is quite lively and fun. Thanks for keeping Eva’s music alive.

[@markmclendon8621]

this performance is in a bar.....setting.... her guitar is impeccable the production value for the times is remarkable ....the current times are lacking exalting images ....it kills the soul

[@RockDocNeal]

Eva had the perfect combination of awesome control, tone, style and phrasing and when you add in her incredible arrangements and guitar playing, it makes her music magical and mesmerizing. This song in particular always makes me tear up. It's a huge tragedy that she died just a few months after this was recorded from metastatic melanoma.

[@timothyp8947]

It is such an iconic version of this song. It’s almost like she’s singing a lullaby, perhaps to herself.

[@that-avr-drummer]

My favorite female singer of all time! You need to react to her singing Autumn Leaves...amazing!!!

[@rhodriwatts7525]

Never liked this song until I heard her version. Masterful and hard to imagine anyone improving on this interpretation. Such a beautiful voice.

[@tadpethtel8035]

my thoughts exactly.....never really cared for the song (bruddah IZ 's version was good), but hearing her performance reduced me to an emotional wreck.....what a stunningly beautiful song, and what an exquisite artist she was. Her untimely passing was a terrible loss for the world.......for she was one those beings who brought light to the world......her talent and her beautiful soul were so luminuous that they shine just as brightly all these years later....

[@ABNHW]

Yup, the song is all grown up and adult.... best version so far

[@seanryan5591]

I can't but cry when I hear this.. It is achingly beautiful..

[@gjermundnorumbugge7373]

It's literally goosebumps in a bottle. Like, I can not think of any other artist or person that guaranteed gives me goosebumps when I listen to them, but it's just automatic with her... I always get them

[@SM-jg8fr]

Her version of "Danny Boy" is extremely touching, too. Makes me weep every time.

[@rk41gator]

Exquisitely tender. Such an arrangement with a lovely conversation between her voice and guitar. Almost a jazz feel. Your explanation of why it is so heartfelt and honest was also exquisite.

[@phildupuis1084]

Of all the performances out there, this is the one I've listened to the most often. Despite the dozens of times I've heard this, I find myself in tears once again.

[@leinadisjourneys]

I cannot listen to her version of this song without getting tears in my eyes. It is pure magic, the way she pulls you in. Strength, vulnerability, beauty, longing, she embodies it all. It's like she creates a world where it's just her and you, the listener, and you're having the most intimate and tender moment. An amazing talent, gone too soon.

[@AnthonyKellett]

Yep... I'd be very suspicious of anyone that didn't weep, knowing her story and then hearing this. Gets me every single time!

[@JamesWLawrence]

I always lover her "Fields of Gold"

[@1Pandemoonium]

It was on a Cancer Research advert in the UK back in the days my grandad had cancer, when I was super young. I always link it back to that now, and it destroys me. Still love the song, it’s gorgeous

[@purgedome2386]

My favourite singer. I heard her music for the first time few months after her passing.. my gf at the time sent me mp3 of her songs. This song and Autumn Leaves or pretty all the covers she did live via 'Blues Alley Jazz Supper Club' I love listening to. When this video came out and seeing her play the guitar.. it made appreciate her so much more. Tori Amos with her piano.. Karen C with her drums... and now Eva with her guitar. RIP - Gordon Lightfoot (glad you did a reaction to this Canadain legend)

[@robertk997]

I am so happy that you reacted to this performance! ❤️ I've wished for more people to discover Eva! She truly passed too soon.😢

[@thepianofixer]

Eva voice so captivating.haunting. When you hear her beautiful voice you know it's her singing.😂😂❤

[@loon-a-sea3872]

i've listened to this for years now and really appreciated your reaction. she's the first vocalist to really get me to listen to "danny boy" and understand all of the tragedy in it. a terrible shame that she's gone, but one of her albums "i can only be me" has just been paired with the london symphony orchestra and it's magic...

[@brucemckenna7035]

I'm crying...and if you keep playing Eva Cassidy I won't stop. What a tragic loss. Her voice is so pure and beautiful. I have all her music and I treasure it...always.

[@ChorusAndTheRing]

I bought one of her records a few years ago without having listening to any of her songs, just from what I had read. I was blown away by how she communicates with her voice. Love your videos, and your emotional reactions make them even more authentic :)

[@ScottWDoyle]

One of the best breakdowns of this song. As you point out so well: It's one thing to have total control over your tone & pitch. It's another thing to let that control break at just the right moment... Exquisite.

[@msclrhd]

I'm always fascinated and amazed how changing the tempo and tone of a song like this can change it from a happy/upbeat song to a sad/melancholic song. Here, it shifts the meaning of the "If happy little bluebirds fly above the rainbow why, oh why, can't I."

[@allenwallace9062]

Her guitar playing is flawless.

[@wagonmaster1974]

Eva performed several acoustic songs. As I feel and hear this - her Over The Rainbow - she stands so high above every other person who has tried to cover the song by making it her journey. She takes us, her audience, on her journey as individual confidants. She goes to a place inside that I imagine not many are allowed to view. It took a few times of listening to discover this is a duet. After I got to the acceptance of how pure and heartfelt her singing is, I realized her guitar was her singing partner, singing warmly, in euphonious chorus with her. Her Guild and her touch on its strings are, indeed, her duet partner. No accompanist could have done the same. Nobody will ever be able to reach the depths of my soul such as Eva did with her journey Over The Rainbow.

[@edge1289]

Brings tears to my eyes too, if this performance doesn’t move you, you have no soul.

[@massecarlson1185]

I allways get tears in my eyes when I listen to this and her version of Autumn leafs my tears are falling. Just beautiful singing.

[@The4Mechanix]

I discovered Eva Cassidy thanks to my dad. Such wonder and beautiful music. Hoping she's somewhere over a beautiful rainbow.

[@stevecampos1960]

Thank you for introducing Eva Cassidy to many who missed the brilliant but fleeting shooting star who sang like an angel. I myself was introduced to her music only a few years ago and that was by chance when I heard a trumpet player (Alison Balsom) on KZbin play Eva Cassidy’s Autumn Leaves. I was so mesmerized by the music, even before I heard Eva Cassidy’s voice, that I had to find out who Eva Cassidy was. Imagine when I heard what I feel is possibly one of the greatest songs ever sung. Your audience needs to hear Autumn Leaves by Eva Cassidy. It is magical!

[@Sabastianspreadworth]

My absolute favourite version. Love it.

[@johnsonpaul1914]

Ahhh Beth. I have never heard of this lady before. Wow wow. I started listening to your reaction and quickly it was click, is there karaoke available, then other songs of evas and finally 5 hours later I came back to you to finish listening to your reaction. What a musician Eva was with mastery of both the guitar and her voice. Last week it was Ren, Beth Hart a few months ago. The world is just full of amazing artists that we would never get to hear if not for things like you tube.

[@johntatum1951]

Yes, good reaction, she was such a real artist...very unrated her whole life...glad we can still hear her wonderful songs and covers...a unique and special voice...:)

[@henrygonzalez8793]

I’m not afraid to say that this performance always leaves me in tears. What a great artist she was, and still is. Thank you for your reaction Beth. Be well.

[@kenhall5551]

This performance always gets to me. Beth, you did a remarkable reaction to this masterpiece.

[@johnthegreek5836]

Such talent and it’s sad she died so young and it’s really awful that she never received recognition when she was alive and is now famous since she passed, it’s sorta sounds like she knew she was passing, another great cover she did was Fields of Gold

[@donstrasbaugh663]

Eva is simply the greatest voice our world has ever known. What a gift. Thank you Eva. Thank you so much. 🎺

[@Flutteringby]

I discovered Eva years ago and I was so touched and mesmerized by her voice and the way that she put her emotions into her songs. One of my other favorites is Songbird. RIP sweet soul Eva ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@stevem-h3562]

Its become, IMVVVHO a definitive version of the song. If you want to hear a track of hers that will rip your heart out, listen to her cut of "Autumn Leaves". That is just staggeringly beautiful.

[@srudine]

What a wonderful, touching improvisation. A masterful vocalist and guitarist as well. Thank you Beth for sharing this with us.

[@rx7dude2006]

She was a true artist in every sense, I ave her album on Vinyl and sounds so amazing.

[@mrgboxx]

there is a documentary with her bandmates here on youtube about this session.

[@blind7000]

This is the one that gets the most attention but for me it is her Autumn Leaves and Fields of Gold that really show off how she can just command attention and make you feel things.

[@nataliemorton5568]

Hi Beth! First time seeing you and I just subbed. You have so many lovely qualities and I know I will be checking out your future reactions. I do not think crying while listening to Eva sing is very unusual. She brings years to my eyes often. Her voice is incredible- so sweet, sincere, clear, and delicate. I don't think anyone will ever top her performance of this very iconic song. It is hers alone. Thanks for letting me hear this again. Take care.🤗🌈

[@gregthomas1346]

When a great singer is taken from us prematurely it makes them all the more great , Eva,sandy Denny , Janis Joplin,Amy winehouse,mama Cass all had so much more to give and offer and all missed

[@blastingweevil2968]

it is like she and her guitar are having a conversation... she is simply amazing.

[@chantalfleming6314]

That was a truly beautiful reaction to an equally beautiful rendition of this song. You're right in saying it's her creative interpretation of the chord structure, melody line and then the build - ohhh! Such a bittersweet performance because we were blessed with her presence but then knowing she is no longer with us to further enjoy her music. x

[@MakinMovies7]

Pure, honest, heartfelt, exquisite.

[@thepianofixer]

Eva had the most beautiful voice.ive never heard a woman with a more beautiful voice thank you for putting this on your u tube people needs to know what a talent she has.golden needle one of my favorites.😊

[@gishjalmr5628]

I was stationed at RAF Lakenheath when she was featured on Top of the Pops and became a sensation. I remember thinking how crazy it was that I had to be in another country after Eva had died to see her get the recognition she deserved.

[@steeltrap3800]

I'd be willing to wager a fair sum that those 'breaks' in her sustain were due to the rather astonishing fact that SHE HAD A COLD when she did this performance. Think about that for a moment. Simply incredible.

[@steveker5084]

"If happy little bluebirds fly above the rainbow, why, oh why, can't I?" What a marvelous ending to a song.

[@jonathanwetherell3609]

Eva does not tug at the heart strings with this, she rips them. Tears every time.

[@arapaimagold8088]

She drown us, that’s the magnitude of her greatness.

[@brucezimmerman9451]

@BethRoars As I recall reading long ago she was just recovering from an illness (flu/cold) and that last break in her voice was the result of that. She remarked she was afraid her voice could not make it through the recording session at the pub that night. Hope I have that right.

[@ochjim]

Was about to mention this but thought it sensible to check in case someone had done so already. Thank you.

[@2012turok]

A great loss to the world, vocals of an angel........ Thank you for this vid.

[@jonathangraves7503]

Thank you for this! I had forgotten about it. I haven't heard it in years. What a beautiful angel! Ty

[@jeffreyfeig1100]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful rendition. Anxious to hear more of Eva's work. And thank you for your honest and always heartfelt emotions!

[@unkownblssngs]

a single frame of your reaction showed your expression that matched hers, i searched and found many so know that ur heart showed like hers in this. Pure Heart felt can only explain it no other, kinda like when someone says "what can I say". I't the heart not just the song and many do get it we just don't know or refuse to get what it is.

[@robhoover495]

I have watched I don't know how many reaction videos of Ava, I believe yours is the best I've ever seen or heard. The insight, enjoyment, respect that you expressed is amazing and greatly appreciated. Thank you so much.

[@dianesparrow1592]

Thank you, loved your reaction. Every time I hear this I get teary eyed, it's as if she knew how to touch your soul with her music.

[@JohnBoulding]

One of the greatest vocalists who ever lived

[@1961Blanchflower]

Thanks for a thoughtful and heartfelt reaction - I don't know how many times I have heard this but tears are flowing as usual.

[@mojorider8455]

Gone too soon, and the world is diminished by her passing. I grew up in the county next to Eva's. Sadly, I didn't discover her until she was already ill, and never got to see her perform around the DC area clubs. She was otherworldly, she could do it all. Seriously, she is the best all around female vocalist I have ever heard---from jazz, to blues, to folk, gospel, to even some operatic type tune. But what an emotional impact she could deliver. Please do more Eva reactions!

[@ThomasGlynnJr]

I've been waiting for this!!!!

[@jonvore9999]

Thank you for giving Eva her due. You are right “Had I a golden thread” is sonic perfection. Please consider reacting to Judee Sill’s “The Kiss”. Her story is kind of tragic too. Thanks for what you do.

[@goinbzurk]

Between you and Aurora Sooo Much Passion!!! I love it! Great response! Thanks for another oppurtunity to watch and Love Aurora! She is absolutely a Priceless Miracle!

[@sharonspiller7427]

Makes me cry, too, Beth 😢 Such sadness and longing in her voice

[@thepianofixer]

Please more Eva.thank you very much.great job you did.

[@edge1289]

Each time I watch this performance I can’t get through it without tears in my eyes. Her voice is spectacular, yet so controlled. The guitar playing is just perfect! What breaks me every time is knowing she would pass away just a short 9 months later. Eva died from melanoma which had metastasized and eventually was in her lungs. Such a loss💔💔. Thanks your this review!

[@1erkyrob2]

This was one of the greatest artist's to ever grace the world. However sadly for only a short time. I am in my sixties and a heavy metal fan. This though is quite simply a beautiful performance, so full of emotion.

[@seanbarry7378]

And she sang with a cold. Truly one of the greatest voices ever recorded.

[@clarewitcomb6918]

My favorite is Cause I Know You By Heart. I heard it shortly after my husband died and whenever I hear her sing this song the tears flow and I silently thank her for this connection. She just doesn’t “sing” a song, she tells a story. ❤

[@philpiper]

Beth, thank you for your sensitive reaction to Eva's masterpiece cover of over the rainbow. May I suggest Eva in jazz mode singing Youve Changed and Cheek to Cheek. Phil in Scotland

[@theironherder]

Thanks Beth, great reaction. Except that your reaction made me cry once more for this cover.

[@robertkane8745]

A wonderful evaluation of Eva's masterpiece. ( crying.......).

[@stuartrawson5057]

Very beautiful voice everytime I hear this it brings tears to my eyes shame she passed away before we got to hear her wonderful talents

[@irvingbrown2389]

I’ve watched some of your reaction videos. I really enjoy your authentic reactions although sometimes hard when you stop certain points. This is an incredible version of this song! Really beautiful. When I saw you get choked up, I decided to subscribe to your channel. Thank you. Music is so amazing in how it can take you to another place, evoke feelings and emotions. Thanks for sharing,

[@michaelwalker5257]

Magnificent job, Beth...and one of my most specially held singers.

[@wisdomwisher]

Her version is so full of hope and longing and melancholy. So beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@NZsarge1]

Insightful comments on this performance, 100% agree. Exquisite voice and masterful musicianship and her arrangement of the song is perfection.

[@desrever1138]

Makes you cry? I started crying when I saw the title of the video. This version of this song has such DEEP resonating memories for me. It is a masterpiece.

[@longgrayline8055]

She’s an old soul. A 31-32 year old with the voice of a 50 year old professional musical icon straight out of Hollywood’s classic years. She had that Disney perfect voice.

[@mgrogan4126]

Great authentic reaction, Beth. Thank you.