Opera Singer Reacts to Shoshana Bean Make it Rain | Performance Analysis |

[@JaTaunPratt]

Yes!!!!!!! One of the best displays of vocal prowess in the last decade

[@jerseybultaoreune6107]

Facts.

[@blueisback3683]

This song and Shoshana is a match made in heaven. Her voice and story telling really brings out what is a great song Plus Jess just makes it all the better

[@jessicasopranonotes]

She is a master of singing. I absolutely love this performance. And thank you ☺️☺️

[@jnewmark41]

@@jessicasopranonotes oh yes she is

[@Hey_Jamie]

But you gotta admit.... Ed Sheeran kills it too lol

[@stewiegriffin993]

YES, FINALLY! Gives me chills just remembering what a vocal BEAST Shoshana is

[@jessicasopranonotes]

She's insane!!

[@estebanarce3446]

F******CK!!!!!!! No words, no words... just goose spots all over my spine and tears in my eyes... Love, love Shoshana and of course, thanks you Jess, again and again!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Awe, thank you Esteban!

[@ssabell31]

Shoshana FEELS everything she sings. One of the absolute best! A beast!

[@garylife5320]

Shoshana just IS! Got to see her as Elphaba in Wicked. there just are NO words! Well "one" word. Artist and all that that means!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Incredible you got to see her live!

[@catehalvorsen1099]

Looks like you had a “shut up and listen” moment at the end. Just like with She Used to be Mine!! Loved this.

[@Gregarious747]

💜💜💜 This performance is an experience unlike any other. The way she just lets it hang in the air at the end...there’s so much space she could’ve filled there. But I think she felt that energy and just needed to let it be. Absolutely stunning!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Yes, stunning! 💜

[@Hey_Jamie]

It blows my mind how few reactions there are to this. She is absolutely BEASTLY. A monster.

[@seanmiller6792]

She literally destroyed this in the best possible sense. The vocal gymnastics she’s doing in this should be an Olympic sport.

[@Frankamaria]

Shoshana Bean is one of my favourite Elphabas in Broadways Wicked 🥰

[@stewiegriffin993]

This was phenomenal. I really really hope you react to more of Shoshana, she is INCOMPARABLE I recommend her Broadway Bucket List video or her Finishing the Hat cover (Sondheim)

[@jessicasopranonotes]

I definitely will! I'm so intrigued by her!

[@Kayla_w_l]

@@jessicasopranonotes Yesss, I second Stewie on that!! I think YOU - of all reactors - would truly appreciate the subtle beauty in her 'Finishing the Hat' cover. It's not a huge vocal, & I wasn't even familiar w the song/play until I heard it, but her storytelling still moved me (& her!) to tears.

[@mochs3869]

Watch the pianist around 15:50 - she even blows him away - he's grinning ear to ear...must've been amazing to back her for this..

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Yes!! His facials were everything!

[@mochs3869]

@@jessicasopranonotes As a drummer, let me just say too that everything that guy played was TAS - TEE!!!!!...complimented her perfectly - stayed out of the way and whisper quiet when she was and brought it to an absolute roar when she did....amazing job!

[@gregstorkwilson2745]

I'm glad you got around to listening to this. When I provided the link a few months ago, I was surprised to see you respond, and your reaction was on par with mine when I first saw her sing this. IMHO Sho is a singers singer, and she is very very smart. People who are professional singers speak about her with awe and admiration. People like Eden Espinosa and Morgan James, to Ariana Grande are fans. Most people don't understand the skill and training it takes to do what she does, and make it look so effortless. This particular performance is astonishing for a number of reasons, and you could devote hours breaking it down, and I really appreciate your observations, I have watched this countless times, and you pointed out things I never noticed before. Her specific vowel modifications, her silent "N's" I never registered before. But I think it's important to point out a few other things. First, it's important to remember, this was recorded LIVE! There was no rerecording, no lip syncing, no post ADR. She did this on a stage live without a net! Second, this song is a summery of all the vocal techniques I can think of. She put them all in there, from sub harmonics to whistle tones, from growls to squillo. From mixed belting to head voice, its all in there, but it doesn't come off as a vanity showcase, everything she does is in service to the song. As you point out, she commits emotionally to everything she sings, and it carries us along. Her passion and focus is so intense that we all lean in, and are on the edge of our seats to hear what she will do. Her charisma and dedication to the craft is inspiring, humbling, and transcendent Also, she is super smart, in how she presented this. She slowly builds up to it, teasing us with a few notes and sounds until BAM she blows the doors off the place. A less confident singer would get to the climax to early which would leave them no place to go. In her arrangement, it is deliberately structured to build up to a high point, and then gently let us back down. It takes us on a journey. The last thing I need to point out is that she does this all on her own. She doesn't have an agent, or manager. She creates a gig, hires the band, books the halls, produces and does her own arrangements. She has charted her own path from her roots on Broadway as the first replacement Elphaba taking over for Idina Menzel to touring with Post Modern Jukebox. She refuses to be pigeonholed and can work in a HUGE variety of styles. Jason Robert Brown lists her as his favorite collaborator. All this is to say that she is a true professional, and is an inspiration to all of us in the performing arts.

[@yushaa]

💯💯

[@melissacoviello2886]

I don’t know how I could ever see her live, I’d be either dumbfounded and sit there with my mouth hanging open, or be shouting. My God she is unbelievable! I’d seen her with Superfruit, but I had no idea…

[@trentt5310]

Whyyyy must you tease me like this 😭😭 I can’t wait

[@emelianemone777]

i feel yr pain... anxiously awaiting this most glorious video.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

lol I hope you enjoyed it Trent! ☺️

[@frasergavin9100]

Hi Jess.what a beautiful person you are, when you sing it's beautiful , your appreciation of other singers is written on your face .love it love it love it.keep up the good work.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Thank you very much Fraser! That means a lot ☺️

[@renee176]

Yessssssss....Now that's some singing there!! She didn't drop the mic, she threw that Mic into the ground! Mercy, it's like electricity running through you listening to this!!🎤😊🤩

[@craigcolduck2077]

Yep. Wow! (shortest post from me ever) Gobsmacked! New vocal goddess to add to my shopping list. Thank you, Jess, for introducing me and for another great, heart-felt analysis.

[@starbrightinfinity3329]

I love everything Shoshana. You should check out her performance of defying gravity and keep me where the light is mash up

[@yushaa]

Yess her defying gravity performance at the trevor gala killed me! 🔥🔥

[@starbrightinfinity3329]

@@yushaa right!

[@B777-f7i]

Shoshana Bean is so incredible, and so are your reaction videos. You are so knowledgeable and generous with your knowledge. You are also just plain cool!

[@Tboneman35]

You are so thorough in your analysis. Shoshana's voice and technique are ethereal. From the changes in timbre, dynamics and stylistic choices that just brings you into the story, she is just phenomenal. As a trombone player, I resonate with the way she controls her instrument; she is highly attuned to its subtleties and spends her vocal currency wisely to captivate the audience. I agree with you on paying the top dollar! She commanded the stage, told a story with conviction, and pushed the band, who supported her masterfully through every measure. Thanks for taking the time to create these videos!

[@Feilynn]

Thank you for introducing me to this singer! I’ve never heard her before but I have a major vocal crush now 😻💜💜

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Yayyyy!!! 💜

[@d.t.artistry]

One of my favorite live performances EVER!!! So glad that you reacted to this 💜!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

I enjoyed every second of this performance 💜

[@jgalvan96]

Literally your facial expressions were exactly the same as mine!

[@stasmarine1638]

Diana Ankudinova is a young performer who shocks us with her pleasant voice and takes us into the abyss of events!!! Diana Ankudinova is unique and inimitable, goosebumps from her voice!=)))) Diana sings as if she lives in the song! The soul freezes or opens with Diana's voice.=))))))) I am a musician who has been with music for years, and believe me, I have not heard such a tone in all these past years.

[@natalieo-s8908]

DIANA ANKUDINOVA SUPER TALENTED YOUNG SINGER💥💥💥

[@sergeykot8753]

Diana Ankudinova 😊👍👍🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💥💥💥🎉💫💯

[@desrosiersar]

There is NO ONE better than Sho, hands down. 😍

[@Hey_Jamie]

So appreciate that you actually put the effort into including clips of the exact bits you’re talking about and the text notes to boot. So sick of lazy channel after lazy channel. Quality >> quantity. It’s the little things. 💜

[@tevvya]

As one who has come lately to the party, this was an amazing performance and your reaction gave it its due. Not only did Shoshana provide an amazing, totally integrated performance but her backing band was fully engaged and in sync. From the piano at the start to the trumpet solos to that wonderful--and necessary--deep bass trailing piece, the band was equally up to backing this top-shelf singer. It was a *total* performance by everyone on stage. I wish I could have been in that audience!

[@bwaychick20]

Would love to see you react to Shoshana’s music video version of a demo arrangement of “This is Me” from the Greatest Showman.

[@emelianemone777]

YAHSSSS!!! finally...i can hardly wait for this...thank you so much in advance. ♥️

[@jessicasopranonotes]

You're welcome Emeli! 💜

[@McLeod2022]

Patient storytelling is life.. It allows a listener to fully feel. Love this song, this performance, this channel, my feely feels after. I am grateful, happy, and.. is learned a word? I think it is...again. Danke Love.

[@mysterg1361]

Pleeeaase, react to Shoshana and Cynthia Erivo, their cover to they say I did something bad!!!!!!!!!!

[@kelvinalexander4353]

💜Thanks for finally reacting to this! I've always describe this performance as transcendent. I'd definitely pay top dollar to see her. She is the consummate professional!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

I couldn't agree more! 💜

[@corazonbeso]

The chord you were referring to in the beginning before ‘the pain of my mother’ is an Ebm7. 😁 Love your reactions to these videos! Also, I absolutely love how you catch the most MINUTE of details!! I’ve seen this cover so many times but now that you’ve pointed things out, can’t help but notice them myself!

[@jahariwhite1]

CHILLS CHILLS CHILLSSSSS EVERYTIME ‼️ That Crescendo is just ✨👌🏾😩

[@1Ma9iN8tive]

Just finished your other Shoshana Bean movie ... had to immediately level up my soul with this gem. Every part of this was tonelicious. Can I just love on my man on trumpet...in the pocket! Shoshana Bean done did it right!!!

[@dp8169]

Jess, this ripped at my soul. My God the power in her voice took my breath away. Your review is beautiful and compelling.

[@craigslinkman1348]

As close to absolute perfection we will hear this side of heaven. This apply to the performance and the reaction.

[@dianad3080]

Totally agree that it's top dollar performance and truly is just magical. You can feel the hurt and pain conveyed by her voice and the story she was bringing to life via the lyrics. Absolutely phenomenal. 💜

[@Scatterplay1]

Are you born gifted like that or this is pure prime master of the voice? It's impressive

[@Kayla_w_l]

💜 I love your reactions & am Sho-obsessed, but I esp love what you said re: how it almost sounds improvised. I think it's bc - even though it's a cover she has sung many times - she's masterful at fully entering into the emotion of a moment & letting it inform the way she flows through a song. She's technically impeccable, but my favorite part of watching her is how she completely transports herself into the world of every song she writes or performs, so it's always a new journey.

[@erinhafer228]

Shoshana is a BEAST! I’d love to see your reaction to her covering Saving All My Love For You with Avery Wilson, it’s mind blowing!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Oh good recommendation! Avery Wilson is also a vocal beast, that must be one heck of a performance!

[@UsherYuan]

hands down one of the best stage performances ！！！What an iconic performance.

[@misstai502]

Girl your reaction is ME 100%. The complete vocal tremendosity (just go with it) is unbelievable here. To sing with such a mix of control and utter abandon. Omg... can’t even!

[@jchus3949]

Such a thrilling performance💜

[@jessicasopranonotes]

I agree! 💜

[@micheltibon6552]

That´s why I love reaction video´s. You get to know new artists. Thank you.

[@michaellie3495]

Yassssss! ❤️ Love your reaction video, as always!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Thanks Michael!

[@corvus1374]

Shoshana dueting with Cynthia Erivo is an event not to be missed.

[@zoew_]

they sound amazing together

[@inspiradonogregoriano]

I would like a double analysis of two versions of "all to me". 1- the version Shoshana recorded with Scott Hoying 2- the live version with Avery Wilson. The two versions are striking good and dissimilar, conveying different meaning with the same lyrics. And the cause is not just vocal choices. In the live version it's as if Shoshana and Avery really "gives all to" each other and in the middle of the performance there is no more characters but two souls transparently "giving" the music. In the recorded version, in everytime, it's the characters conveying struggle and pain "to give all" and "receive all".

[@SilviaLopez-eg9wh]

You DO pay top dollar to see her live. I travelled from Mexico City to NYC for her Holiday concert and it was worth every penny. I can't remember everything she sang, but I rembember everything she made me feel. I was floating all the way back home, she's incredible every time.

[@junibochne5780]

Thank you for show me this BIIIIGGG artist. Your reaction is everything 🌼

[@alexzanderopera]

A million Thanks for reacting to this i love this version and i love your reaction !!!!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

You're welcome Zachary!

[@alexzanderopera]

@@jessicasopranonotes Could you please do a reaction to the band Epica Cry for the moon i think you will be presently surprised by this operatic heavy metal band kzbin.info/www/bejne/fH23YqKLZrR6rbM

[@ahmik.8901]

I felt like my heart got ripped off of my chest by her rendition of this song, my freakin' goodness. Guess my heart is broken now. 😭 Thank you so much for reacting to her rendition of this song. 💜 Greetings from Germany ✌️😊

[@jeidina]

my first into to Shoshana... dayuum.. she is sick !!!!!

[@marsallenn2043]

Kudos to not crying on this one, because Shoshana got me, girl. The tears were flowing steadily. She sang that with her whole soul.

[@mikemck4796]

This is currently my favorite performance.

[@alphamrc309]

Flawless

[@Apison1971]

💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 Best live performance I have ever seen! I can't stop watching...

[@jimk9860]

I love Shoshana Bean and I love your in-depth and emotional reactions. I don't know how to leave an actual purple heart--but here it is.

[@thetorresons297]

10:18 ~ Our darling Soprano experiences an eargasm. By the end, we’re all in awe....🤣💞👑

[@lanichetn7353]

💜 She was/is phenomenal!! And I loved your review/reaction!!! I’ll be looking for more of your vids! 👍

[@lilming23]

💜 I love the way you noticed things and then carefully explained what you notice why it caught your ear.

[@jeangreene7565]

💜💜 Girrrrrrl! Shoshana is the TRUTH! She moves my heart every single time I hear her. Your analysis is the icing on the cake. You and Shoshana took me to church! React to her Dressing room session with Avery Wilson “Saving All My Love For You” for a fun, playful, flirty version. Take a look at her video with dancer Travis Wall “This Is Me” . Thanks for reacting to her.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

I love Avery! He's incredible! I'll write these down, thank you! 💜

[@satorikonigsberg]

Yasss Thank you!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

You're welcome 💜

[@leantaranto]

Been waiting for this one!

[@yardlizard1]

This is my FAVORITE reaction channel! Your enthusiasm and excitement is so charming it is irresistible. Doesn’t hurt that you are so easy on the eyes!

[@jerseybultaoreune6107]

I. Can. Not. WAIT. For. This!!!!!! 💖

[@JDeezle21]

The performance was so good it's almost like it couldn't be practiced. It was just amazing ❤💜

[@juanmanuelalvarez1786]

Happy to discover this great analysis from you.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Thank you so much!

[@tobster955]

I was *really* moved by her performance! Just brilliant...Mmm! Mmm!

[@frankhonack77]

Love your react. You do the analysis so it's easy to understand even if I'm not a singer.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

I'm so glad! Thank you for letting me know! It's very helpful for when I go to film.

[@jamesbull6266]

So nice! And appreciate your analysis!

[@downcastlashes1085]

Beyond hyped

[@EV4RY]

I have been waiting for this reaction from you and you did not disappoint! Thank you.

[@daveclariondaing597]

This is literally my favorite performance of Shoshana Bean. It's so good!

[@danibosman5342]

Forever in awe of Miss Shoshana 💜

[@McLeod2022]

rolling back here, danke FB algos. still love it. still love your channel.

[@MartinLear_CChem_MRSC]

Masterpiece with masterful deconstruction from your good self ☺️

[@marvinboswell6889]

This is my kind of music, sung by one of my favorite artists 🎨 don't know how to leave a purple heart .lol

[@jessicasopranonotes]

lol! It took me a while to find the emoji too. Idk why the hearts are so far down in the emoji library. But here's one for you 💜

[@lewisedwards4058]

I love how she even leans back in the direction of the trumpet player as she finished her note in order to almost physically direct attention to the band for him to start playing. Brilliant.

[@emmabeckett6451]

You should also react to Shoshana's duet with Avery Wilson All to Me! Sho takes a bit of a back seat in singing this song (on purpose but still incredible), but Avery is absolutely phenomenal and there is a particular section that I want to see you react to!! 😁 💜

[@LuieTheKing]

Ooh Yaasss this was a pleasant surprised, one of my fave performances of hers!!!💕

[@olivia8980]

Please review her and Cynthia Erivos cover of Taylor’s “I Did Something Bad!” It’s incredible!! I feel like you will be beyond obsessed!!

[@ElizabethDeRazzoNiemann]

💜 You should react to Shoshana and Cynthia “I did something bad” Not the live at The Apollo but the one in her living room.

[@lisantica842]

To think I almost clicked out to go see something else of hers at about 15:20 SOOOOO very glad I didn't!

[@kian7582]

I really appreciate and learn too much from the details you analyze, you always do good jobs!!!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

I appreciate that!

[@Itsimplylaz]

💜 I was waiting for her to go off and see your reaction 😃

[@DewittCampbellIII]

Jess, has music always been this thing that you describe? Oh...My...God... There is something about the way that you educate me on what is going on that makes music a brand new thing and I"m 49 years old so music maybe isn't supposed to be brand new. Thank you for the gift of your analysis and your heart. I can't believe I have been hearing but never, ever listening like you help me to listen. Shoshona is amazing but you show me the magic. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Hello Dewitt! I loved reading your comment! I have always loved music but did not know I liked to analyze it in this manner until college. I am thrilled you're able to take away some knowledge from my videos. That means the world! Thank you for taking the time to comment such lovely words!

[@Rosannasfriend]

Your reaction made me appreciate this performance more

[@anthonywitman9934]

I love your reactions/analyzations. Very entertaining and informative. I enjoy it even when you are doing music i normally wouldnt listen to.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

That means a lot Anthony, thank you!

[@popcultrejnkie]

I love this song so much and I love that you were able to analyze anything about this because the first time I heard it I couldn’t get words out. I would highly recommend Morgan James singing Dream On with Post Modern Jukebox. In fact, Shoshana and Morgan were in an all female production of Jesus Christ Superstar (Morgan’s Gethsemene is perfection).

[@popcultrejnkie]

Also, I’d love to see you talk about Beth Hart with Joe Bonamassa singing I’d Rather Go Blind. It’s another masterpiece.

[@joelleneker1259]

Amazing performance and analysis

[@graemeblackburn7511]

I admire your music knowledge & your down to earth approach when critiquing these artists, This was a particularly beautiful performance & your comments were constructive & very interesting. I mentioned to you about 4 weeks ago , a GEM for you to react to. Her name is Amira Willighagen & you replied to me that you weren’t aware of her, but would put her on your ever growing list. This is just a reminder & a subtle push to see if you can react to her shortly. If you want me to give you all the information again, please let me know. Hoping to hear your reaction soon Cheers. Graeme

[@graemeblackburn7511]

Hi again, this is the serial nuisance back again to see if you’ve had room to slot in my request to react to Amira Willighagen, the Dutch Soprano who won Holland’s Got Talent at the age of nine. You did reply, saying you hadn’t heard of her, but you were really interested. Opera certainly wasn’t my preferred music genre until I heard this most powerful but Angelic voice & I listen to her all the time. Her voice is pure, and even in her top register, there is no straining & she does so effortlessly. Hoping your interest in Amira is still there & looking forward to your interesting & informative reaction. Cheers, Graeme

[@graemeblackburn7511]

Please advise if you are still interested in reacting to that magnificent Soprano prodigy Amira Willighagen. You originally ( some weeks ago) were very interested, so I’m not sure whether to-remind you or not. Cheers, Graeme. ps. I recommend “ Ave Maria by Gomez at the Canisius Church “. It’ll knock your socks off.

[@yushaa]

YES YES YES 🔥🔥🔥

[@iago07]

No one-NO ONE-is SANGIN like Shoshana. It’s the emotional interpretation IN THE STELLAR TECHNIQUE that makes her absolutely breathtaking with the entire package. Many can sing just as good (and a few better) but Shoshana has that je ne sais quoi 🤌🏾

[@brittywren2877]

I don't feel they were excited enough for what they just experienced in person. I'd have been beside myself with dude on the trumpet alone. But Ms. Shoshana sheesh the way she stands there and slays like Inva Mula from Fifth element. The audience just had to be in shock. Great reaction new sub here

[@downcastlashes1085]

If you react to am I the one by beth hart at paradiso I will cry I the best way possible. Please omg it's the only performance I've seen that surpasses this one in my opinion💜

[@lonniekramlich6241]

If there is a definition that describes the best music reactors in Websters, it would include a link to this video !! Soprano Notes, love you girrrrl❤🤗⚘😎 P.S. Soshana.......damn, playlist ! 💜

[@immortaltyger1569]

Jess, thanks for this review, Shoshana is a great singer. You don't have to review it, check out Shoshana Bean's version of "I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You)" on her album "Spectrum". She's wonderful, and the band could not be better.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Great recommendation, thank you!

[@esilabet]

Oh that was fun, love you!