Opera Singer Reacts to Samara Joy O Holy Night | feat. Antonio McLendon | Performance Analysis |

[@maribelcosta]

I had the privilege of seeing Samara and her father perform this together in Baltimore for her xmas show... my god... the entire evening was perfection.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

How beautiful!

[@christophersouthern3141]

other worldly voices, simply beautiful

[@Kentsf]

Worth mentioning that Antonio is Samara’s father!

[@themusicwriter1]

Also, he toured with Andre Crouch. Fantastic bass player as well.

[@andreaeoliver]

His performance this past Holiday season was phenomenal ❤️. He performed with his Family ( brother, two cousins and his father 93 years young Elder Goldwire McLendon). Phenomenally talented family indeed! ❤✌🏾☀️

[@redbuzz2030]

Also worth mentioning her extraordinarily gifted friend and colleague, pianist Luther Allison!

[@jmer9126]

Any relation to Mose Alison?

[@iago07]

Samara’s breath control is absolutely INSANE 🤯

[@Rosannasfriend]

I agree with you. This has just become one of my favorite renditions of this song ever.

[@frasergavin418]

Well Jess that was special.

[@Seastar259]

Samara’s Father Grandfather whole Family...Just Vocal Excellence❤❤

[@larrybowles3295]

I floated away on that Oh Holy Night. Samara Joy's complex soprano performance and Antonio McLendon's rich smooth baritone tenor complement each other so well, and the icing on the cake was the Jazz undertone in this performance. Thank you for this analysis #sopraonotes.👌

[@Roshon1114]

Sick!!!!!! And her father can smoke any male vocalist out … period

[@petecogan1]

Her resonance and his control plus blood harmony? Perfection.

[@jillianarnold441]

Please could you critique Samara & Antonio singing Chestnuts on an open fire...or something about chestnuts roasting on an open fire. Its absolutely divine.

[@larrybowles3295]

This was beautiful Samara Joy's "O Holy Night" And Mr. Antonio Mc Lenon's seamless transition into an astounding duet their voices complemented each other the counterplay even increased my enjoyment This version of "O Holy Night" is now my favorite.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

This is my new favorite rendition too 🤗

[@themusicwriter1]

​@jessicasopranonotes If you think this one is it, check out her and the family on the holiday concert tour. Saw it with my daughter in Austin. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aInLimOerNebbLMsi=-lcF0MUla7BvFqea

[@ck012112]

​@jessicasopranonotes You need to (a MUST) also check out So Hyang's rendition of this song from her earlier days in the 'I am a Singer' contest. It may very well become your new fave as it has brought many to tears including myself😢

[@Ray19101]

I love your performance analysis. Great

[@jmer9126]

Jessica you’re a great YT presenter ❤ the content is clear, specific and delivered with heart.

[@tylerhackner9731]

Samara joy is a joy!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

She is!

[@paintbydezign]

Insane!!! Your analysis makes it even better :)

[@Texbun2]

Ooooo she has a lovely low voice. It was unexpected and just....divine.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

I agree!

[@KajiVocals]

She's a trained soprano. Not a low voice at all. Don't confuse richness with height of the voice.

[@Rosannasfriend]

A soprano with a lot of depth and richness to her tone.

[@Texbun2]

​@@KajiVocalsDon't tell me what not to be confused about. Instead, perhaps politely educate me about the difference. To MY ears, her Soprano voice sounds low. Is it because of the richness? Perhaps. It does not change the fact her voice sounds different from what I expect of a classically trained Soprano.

[@KajiVocals]

@@Texbun2 Ok aggression for no reason.

[@roshawnevallandingham8119]

YASSSSSSSSSSSS!

[@danjoda755]

This was inspiring and beautiful. A father and daughter in duet is a thing of wonder and joy. Still, Jessica, allow me to say I think you're a better vocalist. 🤩😇 Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year to you and your loved ones. ⛪️🎅🎄

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Merry Christmas and thank you ☺️

[@dwinkle6]

Yes!

[@dougel4709]

My all time favorite Christmas Hymn. This was a stellar version!!!! Thank you for sharing! ❤ Here's another version I found just this morning. Not so much for an analysis request. But just for the joy of sharing. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jH6mn5iZh71rhK8

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Thank you!

[@cptight88]

The father is fire

[@aramis9929]

Hi from to Costa Rica i

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Hello! Nice to have you 😊

[@aramis9929]

@@jessicasopranonotes ❤️💯

[@carolhayar3037]

The amazing 73 yr. old Darlene Love, getting on top of the piano to sing her great Christmas song entitled "Darlene Love's spectacular final Christmas performance for The Late Show with David Letterman" at kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqS4YWuvbtWYkMk. Do not stop when it seems like the end because there's a bit more singing after Letterman says goodnight. Her power is almost earth shattering.

[@jennifermosby5813]

Her father sings like her grandfather

[@philharris5848]

Please react to UK teenage sisters Lucy and Martha Thomas version of this song which is equally spectacular. They have also just released a brand new video for Xmas of "Mary Did You Know?" Their harmonies are magical and many reactors believe Lucy is currently one of the best singers in the world. See what you think?

[@Ray19101]

Who is that on the piano

[@Ray19101]

Who is on the Piano...

[@ScottDillard-i9r]

Who brought the popcorn?

[@americanninny4918]

DIANA ANKUDINOVA COVER SONG , DUNE LIVE

[@KajiVocals]

Stop being pretentious please, this video is about Samara first and foremost.

[@Rosannasfriend]

That’s what people do. They request the artist they want, even without acknowledging the person this current video is about. I’ve gotten used to, but I used to drive me nuts. I’m not saying you can’t make requests, but give a polite comment about the video first before you do it.