"Dark-Eyed Cossack Girl" - Igor Volkov & The Alexandrov Red Army Choir (1978)

[@Jo-Wilbe-Dina]

The Original and The Legend who sang it, Leonid Kharitonov which is this guy who has a channel and also hearts people's comments will always be the best one, but I gotta say, there were actually improvements here that was really done better than the original that's why I think this is almost 70% good. These are the parts where I think it was an improvement and was done a little better than the original: 0:59 *everytime the choir harps at the beginning of the chorus, i love that and i often sing along with it* 1:07 *even this trumpet part of the chorus was an improvement, it feels so good to hear* 2:47 *the voices of the choir were now much clearer to listen including the guy whistling did it better!* 3:16 *i have to be honest, this was the biggest improvement when everyone raised their voices up higher and longer and then there was big "HHEEEYYY!!!" and they just kept continuing with such glorious energy in the music and their voices. But to be honest this part right here **5:01** was done even better where after the big "HHEEEYYY!!!" there was now a trumpet being played probably even louder than the rest which made it listening to this song a hundred times better and I'm so glad they did it a second time.* This part gets me hyped up because everyone and all of the instruments are singing and playing with the music altogether with such Enormous Glory and Energy in it. Frankly if I were to rate both covers of the song, I would say the Original had the Best Singer, though the singer in this video was also just good, but even better, he was just as Expressive as Leonid and I love that, and this one has the Best Choir and Musical Instruments, the original was good but because of the poor graphics which was old, it was quite hard to listen to the choir's voices. I can just imagine this being a Masterpiece if Leonid and this Choir including the Musical Instruments here in this Cover or Event were united and performed it. So yeah, the original and this one were both just as good and I love this so much, and I'm so glad you uploaded this Leonid. I would often listen to this and sing along with it especially in the chorus where everyone starts harping at the beginning of the chorus because I love that so much including the part *"Katya! Katya! Katerinaaaaa!"* Btw, it's pretty cool for a Legend like Leonid who his such a Legendary Singer to still be giving Attention and Hearts to people's comments which is pretty cool and not many popular people does that, and I'm so grateful for that, and I can't believe he's not that popular yet around the world. The Alexandrov Red Army Choir has been probably one of the best Choirs I've ever seen, I'm glad I discovered your channel because of that video of *"Soldier's Dance"* that I found on accident. One of the best Masterpieces I've ever seen. ✨💖✨

[@LHaritonov]

Thank you for such a detailed comment! It was very interesting to read it! But I should inform you that Leonid Kharitonov passed away in 2017. I'm his younger son.

[@Jo-Wilbe-Dina]

@@LHaritonov Oh, I never realized that. It was the year I used to always listen and watch his videos. I'm really sorry about Leonid, but at least he's now resting in peace knowing that he has been a Great Singer. I'm one of his biggest fans and I hope you're doing fine too and keep on making his channel alive! Love from the Philippines! *RIP Leonid Kharitonov* 😥✨💖✨

[@blueraindrop2544]

@@LHaritonov Sorry for your loss. Its a sad thing. I was introduced to the Alexandrov Ensemble through the video of him singing Dark Eyed Cossack Girl and fell in love. Forever one of my favourite singers. RIP Leonid Kharitonov

[@LHaritonov]

@@blueraindrop2544 Thank you for this!

[@Moojingles_]

Wow, Sans is fan of Leonid Kharitonov, I never would've guessed!

[@vkaspar]

Да и нет. Такого как Харитонов нет больше. Это была настоящая солдатская песня АЛександровцев.

[@lejlagaiduk]

Лучше Харитонова эту песню никому не удалось спеть ! Одна его только мимика была превосходной , не говоря о его чудесном голосе !!!

[@maximtuboltsev6046]

А мне исполнение Синявской ближе) Хотя сравнивать нельзя, конечно

[@ky6ok]

Да, Харитонов зажег "Казачку" на века!)

[@НинаСоколова-у6ы]

@@ky6ok Да, Харитонов блестяще исполнил, Синявская не плохо, но песня мужская и сравнению не подлежит.

[@PerunovCvet]

@@maximtuboltsev6046 , кому-то и Моргенштерн с Бузовой ближе. Что ж поделать? Спорить не о чём.

[@maxm33]

Я за Геннадия Белова - у него льется словно ручей, а у артистов Ансамбля немного натужно, особенно у этого

[@karelwok3314]

Still a good version, but nothing beats the old legend Leonid Kharitonov. It’s like he owns this song!

[@phucgiang395]

Well, the song is literally wrote for Leonid

[@karelwok3314]

@@phucgiang395 really? I didn’t know that and that explains a lot lol

[@tais12ferreira26]

Yes, its true.

[@marcelosimonherrera1887]

I think both versions have their magic! In any case, both are extraordinary.

[@CountInterrogation]

Leonid did it so much better, i must say, because he really was enjoying singing it and was having fun, with his faces and the way he moved. He was in accordance with the spirit of the song.

[@PerunovCvet]

Совершенно с Вами согласна! Он полностью растворился в этой песне, жил ею, и песня живёт благодаря его первому исполнению, которому нет равных!

[@baradona11]

also his charm and his clothes looked better :D

[@TIAGO543211]

so what?

[@mechanicalfruit9659]

"Leonid this, Leonid that" put some respect on Mr.Volkovs name. Both covers have their charms.

[@nicolemaitre8170]

Je suis en admiration devant les chœurs d'hommes en général, mais vous, je trouve vos voix graves et vos chants, particulièrement admirables et mélodieux. Ça me bouleversé chaque fois que j'ai l'honneur de vous écouter. Bonne continuation et toutes mes félicitations.

[@ahlyae]

You can see, when they sing for the second time, how much more at ease volkov is. As if he felt immense pressure to do it well and then when he was ‘done’ felt a lot of relief and had fun. because his performance gets more expressive as he keeps on singing, especially in the repeat. it musn’t be easy living up to a song specifically written for one guy, who also sang it with great expression. Leonid Kharitonov was truly a charmer but Igor Volkov did really well here too and its great seeing the choir have so much fun with songs like these. They’re more free and expressive in these ones, its a delight to see. Their smiles and laughs always manage to brighten days, even decades after they have sung it. its nice to revisit this version every once in a while.

[@4B4Me]

This singer hss a terrific voice, and I appreciate the differences in the orchestral accompaniment; the neigh at the end made me laugh! So glad the whistler was featured; I've been looking for them. But for me, Leonid Kharitonov's is the definitive version! Thanks for the upload.,

[@LHaritonov]

My pleasure! BTW the whistler in the 1969 version was a different person.

[@4B4Me]

@@LHaritonov I figured. I wanted to see if they use whistles, but it doesn't look like it. I think whistling is such a wonderful effect!

[@mackhorton4843]

A classic like this never gets old . One of my favorites. Thank you for sharing.

[@LHaritonov]

My pleasure!

[@xarrison8274]

5:05 that was so unexpected and I loved it. I keep replaying that part! This entire video is amazing. This soloist did amazing! This is and has been for a long while, my favorite Russian song!

[@mikeemgesr135]

Видно, что вокалистам понравилось петь именно эту песню. Выражения лиц хоральных исполнителей. Это принесло им столько радости! Свист тоже! Очень хорошо сделано! Молодец. Большое спасибо за публикацию этого сообщения.

[@LHaritonov]

Пожалуйста! Очень рад, что вам понравилось это видео.

[@сергейниколаевиччепурной]

Больше ничье исполнениене сравнится с исполнением Леонида Харитонова:поёт так как будто воочию скачет на коне.

[@kirstenj2583]

Both versions are lovely.

[@r.ryangooslangm5014]

A bit different, but I still like it.

[@capoulv1]

J'adore... Merci. Quelle voix...

[@lrmazima7468]

ХАРИТОНОВ лучший, совсем не то.....

[@kharymjhaquez3236]

PUES AL CANAL MAS QUE GRACIAS . Y MIS ALPLAUSOS POR LA DIFUSION EN ESTOS DIAS ANDUVE BUSCANDO ESTA VERSION Y NO LA PUDE ENCONTRAR. Y RESULTA SORPRESIVO PARA MI Y UNA RESPUESTA A MI URGENCIA AL ENCONTRARLA AQUÍ DADO QUE ATESORO LA INCOMPARABLE VERSION POR DON LEONID .. DESDE BUENOS AIRES ARGENTINA COMO SIEMPRE, MI ABRAZO CONTINENTAL..

[@AugustoMazzoli]

Man, what a great song to listen to! I think Igor Volkov sings it just as good as Leonid Kharitonov. The brass section sounds terrific. Thank you for sharing it with us!

[@LHaritonov]

Thanks for listening

[@MauricioSantos-ul9hn]

AO DOMINGO OUVIR ESSA MARAVILHA ME TRÁS GRANDE CONFORTO A MINHA ALMA REVERENDO MAURÍCIO ANTÔNIO

[@predator_1567]

Mister Volkov, I'm sorry for you, but you cannot compete with Kharitonov :) Volkov was sweating but Kharitonov didn't even had to strive! *R.I.P Mr Kharitonov, you'll always be my legend*

[@Skier2002]

В видеоролике где выступал Леонид Харитонов была новогодняя телепередача в которой всегда поют под фонограмму. Здесь же выступление вживую. Это логично что Волков мог вспотеть, ведь песня непростая для исполнения

[@lemo6227]

I'm watching this video from Japan. I love your song! Thank you for the wonderful video! ❤

[@igormoreno3464]

As a namesake of the singer, I have much nostalgia for this version, even though I've been listening to it for *just* 9 years!

[@bashchelik9105]

I would pay all money on the earth that I know to sing like this guy. But Leonid is by far the best solist of Red army choir ever, so no one can compare to him.

[@junemckervey9785]

It's good, but Leonid Kharitonov's version really is the best - totally captivating!

[@leonleon9281]

В исполнении Леонида Харитонова мне нравится несравненно больше!

[@ИгорьАндреев-з4х]

Далеко нт те... Л.Харитонов вот за ним надо закрепить как гимн!!! =)

[@ТатьянаВнукова-и2е]

Харитонов!!!

[@armena170]

Leonid was the best !

[@annstewart4731]

What fun! I had never heard this before.

[@jorgev27]

I love this channel, thank you so much for uploading :-)

[@LHaritonov]

Our pleasure!

[@pedrovinicius7589]

5:05 bro hold his sneeze for the ending

[@Felix_Liechtenstein]

i think i'm the only brazilian around here, but i love all the songs from Ensemble army. My favorite singers are: Leonid Kharitonov and Ivan Bukreev. My favorite songs: Katyusha, kalinka, korobeiniki, the red army is strong, Dark Eyed cossack girl, Song of the volga boatmen. ♥️🇷🇺

[@mendel.]

também sou BR, fico feliz em ver que existem brasileiros que gostam desse mesmo tipo de música!!

[@igormoreno3464]

Ruim de ser o único! :D

[@Felix_Liechtenstein]

Boa, Tmj pessoal. Bom ainda saber que existem pessoas com uma certa classe de gosto musical. Porque se depender da nossa atual "cultura" tá complicado...

[@vbaumel4125]

@@Felix_Liechtenstein verdade

[@user-uh8ly4pr4q]

A gang br tá aqui, eu fico feliz de que tem mais gente que aprecia esse canal

[@Wuzetien]

Master posts a colleague's work. Shows what a decent man he is.

[@Jupiter__001_]

This version is very lively and makes me want to laugh from fun and joy! Both versions are very good. Russian culture is beautiful.

[@fmartinave]

Thank you! My favourite song

[@KeithR2002]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it. I love mr. Kharitonov's version but this is quite amazing too!

[@LHaritonov]

I'm glad you like it

[@Елена-б6н9я]

Вот это исполнение! Целое представление! Хочется ещё раз переслушать!

[@НинаСоколова-у6ы]

Послушайте Харитонова.

[@riegelvega.8880]

This one is more stronger, but Mr. Kharitonov's version is still the best

[@filipester]

This is my favorite version, maybe because is the first I ever saw…

[@pedinomefaux]

Great way to start my day. Spasivo.

The trumpet in 5:05 was MAGNIFIC!

[@jgjgyy758]

i feel really impressive that all member communicate themselves and everyone is smiling until the song is over

[@canemreakay8941]

Only Leonid can sing this song...

[@razumplanet]

Шикааарное исполнение и хор и свист и вокалист ❤❤❤

[@MariaA-jf9cq]

Amazing artists.The best in the world!We will always remember them.

[@gerhardspaett6760]

Klasse, ich habe probiert, das zu singen. Я очень люблю Россию! Моя жена из бывшего Сталинграда. Я так люблю этот город. Ich bin Bayer.

[@josephmannion1714]

God bless the Red Army Choir. Thanks for uploading Mikhail and keeping us alive during lockdown. Hope you're all doing well in Russia. Regards from Glasgow! 🇷🇺🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@LHaritonov]

My pleasure, Joseph!

[@juvenalrosales6764]

😂😢 Impressive Elegance and Unique !!! Please don't forget this Beautiful Music,,, 🙏 😢 Real Privilege ❤️❤️😊😊. 🌟⭐🌟⭐🌟⭐🌟⭐🌟⭐🌟⭐🌟⭐🌟⭐🌟⭐

[@kingcrow9476]

I like how lighting fast the original is and how it flows smoothly along with it.

[@canadiankaiser4539]

Although Leonid Kharitonov is my all time favourite especially when singing this song, Igor Volkov has his only special way of singing it which sounds just as good despite being a little slower beat than when Leonid recorded it. The slowing down of the song also makes it easier to follow along when learning Russian, which is also nice.

[@حذبکارگران]

ممنون از لعونید خارتینوف.

[@ОксанаКим-ч9е]

Класс!

[@elisam.2593]

Thank you so much for uploading this video, it's my favorite Leonid's song but I've never heard this version before! Greetings from México ♥️

[@LHaritonov]

You're very welcome!

[@ОксанаКим-ч9е]

есть одна такая, сразу бы....., но такая с. дороги класс!!!

[@ZelmaNancy]

Hermosa, bello precioso y tú papá la cantaba espectacular.

[@kharymjhaquez3236]

Sabes tú , que me toca el alma este obra,y me parece magico el hecho de haberme encontrado aorita con esta versión . porque en estos dias la anduve buscando y no la pude encontrar,yo yá le tengo por el incomparable LIONID.. Te invito a visitar mi canal en TELEGRAM. Kharym Jhaquez-Canal de musica - Entre todos los generos musicales del mundo ,tambien difundo de la Recordada ARMADA ROJA, por la cual guardo un amor inmenso a toda su gente.

[@pradyumn2692]

Leonid is the best.

[@ГаляСилантьева-т9е]

Была на концерте ансамбля имени Александровна в 1974 году. Они целый месяц провели в г.Благовещенске Амурской области. Мощный ансамбль и репертуар великолепный.

[@ОлегВолохов-ж8у]

По солисту парикмахер рыдает...во-о-т такими вот слезами!

[@AngelaChen1115]

No one can beat Leonid but this version is so charming too, especially 5:01!!! My trumpet player friend pointed out the Latin influence of the trumpet and I wonder if the Soviets got some inspiration from Cuba here!

[@user-savin07]

Хор бесподобен!

[@Armando1735]

Linda canção !

[@ВалентинаМацегора-р4й]

Хор молодцы,

[@ErickJaraB]

Hello everybody. For me the versions of the masters Kharitonov and Volkov are great. Many thanks to Kharitonov junior for sharing great videos. Sometimes I travel to Russian, does anyone know where I can find their resting places for these two great singers? found in public cemeteries?

[@LHaritonov]

My pleasure! Yes, those places are known...

[@iprobablyhaveabadtaste]

Another Dark-Eyed Cossack Girl epic

[@YT-fr5lf]

So beautiful, thanks.

[@LHaritonov]

Our pleasure!

[@mustafakemalataturk5404]

Gosto mais desse cantor pelas suas expressões, e do jeito de como ele canta

[@Will0806]

Eu prefiro o outro, mas este também é muito bom

[@hannahorkun2458]

НЕ ЗНАЮ КОМУ КАК , НО ДЛЯ МЕНЯ ПРЕВОСХОДНО ИСПОЛНЕНО И СОЛИСТОМ И ХОРОМ , МОЖНО СЛУШАТЬ ЦЕЛЫМИ ДНЯМИ БЕСПРЕРЫВНО 👍👍👍👍👍

[@mustafadag5116]

Greetings from Turkey

[@maryhappy6323]

Исполнение Харитонова эталонное!

[@НинаСоколова-у6ы]

Лучшего исполнения чем Харитонов я не слышала.

[@svarnoiVakula]

Отличное исполнение. Сегодня ни кто так не сможет. Талант.

[@diegoferreyra8166]

What a beautiful song. Great quality

[@RS_Mogli]

This is a very funny and nice sounding song, but the all-time favorite is sung by your father!

[@BIGCAM5000]

Many thanks for the music. Merci beaucoup c'est très apprécié. En en profitant pour vous souhaiter bonne fortune

[@LHaritonov]

My pleasure!

[@KK-kg2lk]

Nice song , nice voice , red face and very tall.

[@Janice_19]

Amazing, almost better than the version with Leonid Kharitonov.

[@mr.laughington5740]

Till the late 70s it was still the golden age of the USSR especially in music

[@k-hxpehob7692]

Прекрасно и с достоинством!

[@nicolagravino2306]

Armata russa unica al mondo Nessuna nazione ha una meraviglia de genere ♥️

[@thebruffy1077]

Love it! Than you! Спасибо браво!

[@ОксанаКим-ч9е]

Где этот шедевр, дам раздумы.

[@ОксанаКим-ч9е]

Я бы тоже подковала такого Волка😂❤🎉

[@rubenszimmermann1072]

Bravo, es ist ein sehr schönes Lied.

[@celsonascimento4644]

Não canso de escutá-lo.

[@ОксанаКим-ч9е]

Однозначно❤😂😂😂

[@alejo8635]

What a powerful voice! So much talent in Russia in those years.

[@Dompsagameplay]

Uma das melhores canções soviéticas

[@mustafakemalataturk5404]

sem dúvida

[@antoniogodoy983]

Мои поздравления из Бразилии в Россию! 🇧🇷🇷🇺

[@coldwise]

Belyaev and Bukreev. They are at the end of the video.

[@LHaritonov]

That's right! )

[@MauricioSantos-bw8ev]

SIMPLESMENTE FENOMENAL

[@MariaA-jf9cq]

Fantastic

[@altosh7]

One of the best performances for sure.

[@contra-ataquecomunistas-av9250]

Uma das minhas preferidas

[@ЕленаЛогвинова-я4ъ]

Неплохо, конечно, большое спасибо за это видео!!! Но все же не сравнить ни с исполнением этой песни Леонида Харитонова, ни с исполнением Тамары Синявской!

[@ИгорьПащенко-м8о]

Да..точно..Харитонов с харизмой..и поет мягче..будто спектакль смотришь когда он поет

[@hidayetbozdogan7062]

it seems mankind is same everywhere. Because, when I read lyric of that song, I noticed they were very similar to that of some turkish folk songs in Turkey. Although I don't know russian language, I enjoyed to listen that performance. Regards.

[@carolinebailey4005]

I feel sorry for that poor singer. He Must have known he would be compared to Kharitonov..and fall short. No one could outshine Kharitonov, he owns that song.😘

[@ОксанаКим-ч9е]

Батя, батя 😂высекают мне подковы....... ❤😂😂😂

[@ronaldoduarte1522]

Emocionante!

[@goldenarespl3473]

First...... To say i love that

[@fmartinave]

Hmm... I was actually first

[@mariaisabelfernandez4151]

👏👏👍💋💋💝💝🌹🌹🇪🇸

[@dimandiman5749]

исполнение Харитонова лучшее.