FIRST TIME HEARING Procol Harum - Whiter Shade Of Pale REACTION | Rere Reacts

[@ThistleAndSea]

Procol Harum released this rock classic back in 1967. That they could reimagine it some 50 years later with a symphonic arrangement and have it hit like it does is truly incredible. Definitely good stuff.

[@richardmartin9565]

Not many songs get better with age. This one has.

[@ChrisEchoes]

The orchestra arrangement is just a few years younger then the song. They have been doing it with orchestra since the early 70s.

[@ThistleAndSea]

@@ChrisEchoes Cool!

[@sjd5750]

Almost 60 years.

[@jacobhearns9724]

“That’s what music is.” ….. Spot on!

[@TheMishka11]

Thats what music used to be

[@docdurdin]

Gary Brooker never lost that beautiful voice, passing in 2022. Well done Gary, well done.

[@JuliusTrout-s7p]

Loved your reaction. Gary Brooker, 61 years old, immaculate performance. Rest easy Gary. 🥰

[@kckelly7889]

Your appreciation for real music is a delight to watch. Keep discovering!

[@billrehberg9271]

Glad you made it to here young lady.

[@firemedic5100]

Released in 1967 when Gary Brooker was 22 years old. He had a good voice then. 39 years later Gary now had a great voice in 2006. This masterpiece will continue to live for many years to come. Thank you Gary, and rest in peace.

[@spacefanatic]

The studio version of this song in 1967 was great but this live version is stupendous as it has more depth because of the orchestra and choir. Gary Brooker's voice aged liked a fine wine. R.I.P. Gary.

[@GeorgeZarycky-uz6by]

Your reactions are always so spot on. The late Gary Brooker’s vocals are beautiful as are your eyes.

[@blwestern]

John Lennon said that this was the greatest song ever written, and that he wish that he had wrote it.

[@keithmason9342]

This was based on Bach's Air on G String. It came out in 1967 in the Summer of Love during the Vietnam War. Such beauty during a time of unrest. The addition of the orchestra and choir brings the original to a point of completion aalmost 50 years later. RIP Gary. Well done.

[@specialed36ify]

Tears. Every damn time. Thank you for appreciating this amazing work So happy you loved it!

[@Colton-q7p]

50’s,60’s and 70’s music was the best ever recorded!

[@MikeB-in1nd]

you might add the 80's up until 85

[@islandseeker1260]

All us old geezers know this is the definition of music! What we're trying to figure out is what to call the stuff they make today, which is most definitively not music... The de-evolution of music over the past few decades has been astounding to witness.

[@craigcolduck2077]

This song is older than me by almost a year - May, 1967. I have been hearing this song my whole life and it still brings tears to my eyes. This is an amazing version.

[@smarttvhome335]

That feeling when something beautiful makes you cry...

[@Bernie429]

Great Reaction! This is one of my favorite performances ever…Thanks for playing it 😊

[@nowontoo]

I truly love your reactions. When I see your appreciative joy of this song it reminds me of myself on first hearing this amazing song so many years ago. Thank you. Another transcendent song in my opinion is the Hotel California by the Eagles. Music at a whole different level. Give it a shoot you won't be disappointed.

[@jimklingensmith6178]

Gary Brooker left us in 2022 at 76 years old. A generational talent gone too soon

[@chitownlee]

They originally did this in 1967. Another great song from them on this concert is A Salty Dog.

[@Royal_BLT]

🇨🇦 And "Conquistador" ! 🇨🇦

[@mikehaight8664]

I agree they had many great songs but A Salty Dog is one of my favorites.

[@keymack2477]

This same Danish Symphony Orchestra does a fabulous versions of the theme song from "The Good The Bad and The Ugly"!

[@bobshaw8319]

An absolutely jaw dropping performance

[@Gary-q8q]

Thank you so much for doing this reaction!😁

[@Gary-q8q]

I knew you would enjoy this one!

[@Mainecoonlady.]

RIP Gary Brooker. ❤️ I love that Hammond organ… we had one like that. My Mom played.

[@Defmusicman1]

Great post! You’ve entered a very deep rabbit hole of the absolute best music ever recorded. You’ve got about 50 years worth of music to catch up on so…….welcome and enjoy the ride!

[@douglasg.9271]

One of the best songs ever. ❤❤❤

[@jonathanmaybury5698]

You don't get any music like this anymore because our generation are either dead or dying, sadly Gary Brooker died in 2022, RIP Gary, Your music will always live on.

[@waltreed2578]

At this same concert they also sang "Conquistador" another hit for Procol Harum.

[@andrewpinson1268]

One of the better music experiences to make your heart soar and just moves you off the ground.

[@JamesEdward-qd6iy]

I was stationed in Germany 1967-68 and a few of us went to a local club one night that had a live band playing. They played this song which I had never heard before and it was amazing. Between Gary Brooker's voice and that organ loved the song. Soon after we began hearing it on the radio and realized that was Procol Harum that we saw. A lot of British bands toured clubs in Europe on their way up.

[@innertube47]

Wow!

[@Joseph-f9m7s]

Its so refreshing to see a person 1/3 my age love the same music that we grew up with. You get it. Maybe you are an old soul?? Either way, yes, I agree that this IS MUSIC!!!!!

[@petermorgan5303]

I grew up with the 70's & 80's music, which was incredible, but I've watched this performance probably 100 times and have to say it's probably the best live performance I have seen. Masterfull, timeless, epic performance. Loved your reaction!

[@EricNess-sc3rh]

Yes, the Hammond organ, particularly the B3, was a staple of music of the 60s and 70s

[@ThomasBeauchemin-z4b]

The look on your face says it all!!! Great reaction!! RIP Gary Brooker!!

[@hpw-ws6bj]

That organ music is so soulful.

[@rolandratz1]

There are a few more pieces from the "Danish National Symphony Orchestra" that are very noteworthy: For example - "The Good The Bad and The Ugly" composed by Ennio Morricone or the title song from HIGHLANDER "WhO Wants To Live Forever" or "The Mandalorian" or "HALO"... All well worth seeing and hearing - very emotional, rousing and professionally performed. Have fun listening and watching...!

[@51Dss]

True! I've seen them all - highly recommended to any who have not

[@akyhne]

But this isn't the DNSO. This is Det Kongelige Kapel (Royal Danish Orchestra). They are the ones playing in the Copenhagen Opera House, while DNSO is the orchestra of DR - our first national radio- and TV station, which is a public station. The Royal Orchestra playing here, is the oldest symphony orchestra in the world, formed in 1448, while the DNSO was formed in 1925, when DR was also formed. So, while this was recorded by DR television, it was not their orchestra playing here.

[@anne-mariesindruprix4792]

Worth a mention is that the whole soundtrack to Highlander was written by "Queen" - and "Who wants to live forever" is written by the guitarist Brian May.

[@usmc-veteran73-77]

This song never gets old. I remember it well back in 1967, I was a 12 yr old kid from Charleston, West Virginia, USA. New Subscriber too.

[@pamagnolia]

That’s the Danish National Orchestra playing with the Procol Harum band😊

[@steveparker8065]

Great reaction as per usual. Glad enjoyed this classic. As a teen (late 80s) I used to play this on the jukebox in the local pub The Steer. I still remember it was 172 on the jukebox. All the best and keep doing these wonderful old school classics.

[@sam-wz8tu]

There was some beautiful music recorded in the 60s and 70s. I'm so glad to see that you are interested in expanding your musical horizon. R.I P. Gary Brooker.

[@joyceedwards2708]

The song came out in 1967, this is Procol Harum performing it in Denmark in 2006. He sounds just as good as when the song first came out.

[@TerryMckenzie-l3z]

A true classic Gary brooker had a fantastic voice sadly missed

[@benjamineferko1657]

Many people like this experience so much, they start to cry for no reason they can articulate. Beautiful song.. 😊

[@BruceStanton-pb7wt]

Your eyes are so.....observing, inquisitive

[@Greyhound53200]

Gary's voice was his and the band's signature and it never aged. Every time Procol Harum is mentioned they are immediately connected with 'A whiter shade of pale'. Yet, in my opinion, 'A salty dog', 'Homburg' , 'Conquistador' and 'Grand Hotel' are of equal quality.

[@starman2337]

The Moody Blues' "Nights In White Satin" are backed by the London Symphony Orchestra.

[@Jack-pu4rf]

A well built song, the layering was great, one of the greatest live performances ever, this version is better than the original version

[@scottski51]

1967. The Summer of Love over here in California, U.S. What a time to be a teen !!!

[@davidpritchard5539]

I have been listening to reaction videos for a long time and I honestly don't think I have ever seen a reactor more ENJOY a song. These are the reaction videos I look for. Thank you for sharing. And you are very beautiful.

[@davidpritchard5539]

P.S. Just some advice. You should react to more of your positive commenters. It means a lot to them.

[@roadkill7314]

You hit the nail right on the head, what's missing in the popular music today is the musicality. You can still find a bit of it if you really look but it's not popular with most younger folks and you won't really hear it on the radio anymore. Keep diving into this "oldies" music; you'll continue to be amazed!

[@KelpieDog]

I grew up with this sort of music. I miss it today ....

[@sjd5750]

This song is almost 60 yrs. old, and he sounded as good here (if not better) than when it first came out.

[@jerrypost9651]

Another great reaction, Rere. Amazingly, this song dropped in 1967 when the group was so much younger. You definitely need to give that version a listen. You won't hear an orchestra or a choir, but you will hear some amazing music that fit right into that insane British musical culture that was sweeping the globe. 😊

[@scottbaxtrom4324]

This is the lead singer grom the Moody Blues singing his song with a Orchestra backing him. Incredible song ive heard hundreds of times as I grew up listening to the 70's and ip as I'm 61 and luv to see that this music will live on with all of this generation. Warms my heart. Luv your reactions. ❤

[@peterd8525]

Woah there. This is NOT Justin Haywood of the Moodies but Gary Brooker reprising his classic from 1967.

[@bjennings1067]

This was the best reaction I've seen on u tube young lady I love you know great music when you hear it gary Brooker god love him lead singer a one off what a voice incredible im 75 years young listened to this beautiful song many many times over the years still get a lump in my throat still can't get enough great music never dies rock on my dear

[@Salzbuckel]

Psychadelic , thats all about , already 200 years ago. Its about how the composer remembered J.S: Bachs Aire over a G string from the top of his head.

[@triscelion7336]

This was not the first outing with a Symphony Orchestra for Procol Harum, in 1971 they recorded "Procol Harum Live In Concert with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra".

[@alejandromunoz7334]

Guess this track is not on that show ¿?

[@triscelion7336]

@@alejandromunoz7334 No, it is not, unfortunately. This is much, much later. And miles away. Canada Denmark. I have listend to and bought all albums since the beginning.

[@asietorres4142]

I absolutely adore the way love all music, you truly are a special human being so beautiful inside and out you are!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Marcus-p5i5s]

I remember when this came out about 57-58 years ago

[@colinstevens2691]

Check out A Salty Dog from the same gig in Denmark. Another fantastic performance

[@ThomasBeauchemin-z4b]

Loving the joy and appreciation you have for music!! One of my favorite reactions!! Keep up the good work!!! 😀

[@louissonier840]

There is a band called Yes with a song called Roundabout. Rick Wakeman on keyboards and Steve Howe on guitar are classically trained. Chris Squire on base was in a serious choir. Bill Bruford on drums, who went on to King Crimson. Vocalist Jon Anderson is well, not of this world. Crazy vocals and very complex music but very accessible. Giants at the beginning of Progressive Rock

[@michaeldavid6284]

Nice hijacking comment, Skippy.

[@ploddolp]

Anyone been to a Procol Harum concert? No cheap umism, no choreography and no flying saucers. Just five guys with their instruments, and yet most of those concerts were magical. And yet, aside from “A Whiter Shade...” this band has created many other equally outstanding works.

[@danlalonde2751]

I was 19 when this was a big hit in Canada {1967}. This concert decades later SEALS this song as a one of the greats Plus it is on video .

[@larryflor5507]

I was in high school when this came out, late 60’s thru the 70’s were great

[@daleennis3140]

I was 19 years old,in 1967 when this song came out, Gary Brooker is the singer,we lost Gary two years ago ,He was a genius,,at music,and a man of GOD! May he rest in peace, we love you Gary!

[@brianmoser3947]

That's a music critic who knows what music is... Keep up the great work 👍🙏❤️

[@bradjenkins1475]

These guys, Procal Harem, were out at the same time as the Mooty Blues, who you reacted to yesterday. Both were in the rock era, both did some rock songs. And yet you can see here that they could integrate that kind of music, into full-fledged orchestrations. Anyway, I know how much you enjoyed the Moody Blues. I just wanted to point out that these guys were similar in that they did music different than the other standard Rock groups.

[@danalynch8889]

I get the chills and weepy eyed everytime I watch this video.

[@robertbrooks-v4t]

Thanks for your reaction to this beautiful song. Keep exploring.

[@balthazartrumpi6808]

Another great song of theirs from this same venue is A Salty Dog. Believe it or not, it's just as good as this one.

[@irisElee]

oh you my little children! There is hope! ❤

[@markroberts8864]

I enjoy watching young people discover the music I grew up listening to...

[@JimFlickinger]

Yeah, we were kind of blessed back in those days!! Love your reactions!

[@bpfromowc]

Brilliant reaction to a true classic.

[@starman2337]

This version is better than the original studio version.

[@kingstumble]

This whole concert is just amazing. Conquistador is another classic.

[@tuomolaine2764]

A Salty Dog ...

[@bonnavideo]

I love how younger people react to music I grew up on. This is a beautiful song and your reaction was beautiful to watch.

[@clarkgeiger4988]

you doing great baby girl keep it up

[@miltonslocum8957]

After watching several of your reactions, I decided to subscribe. I have truly enjoyed your joyful and heartfelt reactions Rere.❤ I'm looking forward to your continued journey to this classic music that has been the sound track of many of our lives. This song came out when I was in college in 67 and I've loved it ever since. Best wishes and continued success!

[@alberteinstein9045]

You're absolutely correct......that is music RIP Gary Booker You will love...Meat Loaf....i will do anything for love.. but i won't do that

[@ianowen8555]

I remember as a young boy visiting my grandparents in Birmingham in the late 60s, this always seemed to be playing and has since become my all time favourite track, even now it's the only Procul Harum track I really know but its so emotive, wonderful story telling. as far as music I believe we still have music like this you just gotta look, check out Hungerstrike by Temple of the Dog, for fun, Chris Cornell doing Billie Jean or Led Zeppelin's Thank You.

[@RNDReacts]

🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@jericoba]

As an aspiring musician, I think you must know the great songs of our time. Incredible you haven't stumbled across this one. Keep jamin'

[@swiftbird_studio]

current music like this: The Warning, Black Holes live and Breathe live from Pepsi Center CDMX. In which 22 year old Paulina Villarreal gives a roller-coaster emotional performance for the ages. Brilliantly singing at the piano and joined by strings... (one caution, the lyrics of both songs are dark, but that's why she's emotional) Oh and your Home Alone faces during the reaction were super cute.

[@brucewatts8447]

I saw them sing this live in 1972 when I lived in Honolulu, Hawaii. The singer is gone now but this video will still be played and admired for generations. I really enjoyed seeing your reaction. Best wishes to you RND.

[@markgiles7263]

I grew up with this music. Yes I am old. People say this is the best decade for music, but I think every decade has it's great music and great bands I am in my 7th decade now and listen to music from al times and all all genre's. You need to react to Paolo Nutini. All reactions are to iron skies but do everywhere live version. The guy is amazing

[@allendesalme197]

Orchestras can play other kinds of music than classical - this is a rock ballad - but i know what you mean - strings and winds 😉😉- truly an iconic organ line

[@UberFlambe]

Saxophonist King Curtis did an awesome cover of this in 1971, as featured in one of the greatest films ever made, Withnail & I.

[@AlexanderCalderon-kd6mh]

That song was awesome & I love to see your excitement to great music!

[@erichyer1112]

Finally someone commented on the organ. Thanks.

[@tracyborden1468]

Great, real music is indeed very rare now, but it does exist. Check out the Tedeschi Trucks Band “Midnight in Harlem” live at the Oakland Colosseum. Incredible talent

[@randyobrien2836]

One again I must say I grew up in the best time for music.

[@robborra8071]

So you got to see 2 legendary bands with orchestras backing them up, so now I want you to check out the Danish Orchestra doing their rendition of The Good, The Bad & the Ugly.. this was the title theme to Clint Eastwoods globally renowned western movie back in the early days... you will love this video that is currently trending among other reaction videos

[@xyxyqw]

I like it when young people Discover real music*thumbsup* ...if you wanna hear Rocknsymphony Check out The Band "Status Quo" at Night of the Proms in 1999 with "Whatever you want"...best regards from Germany

[@TooSkinnyKenny]

Their album "Grand Hotel" is truly beautiful. It has a song on it called "A Souvenir Of London" about going on vacation to England and coming home with Vee Dee ("Can't declare it at the customs, but I'll have to take it home..").

[@paulpennell2115]

ELO will give you classical vibes for days.

[@scott3744]

Remember, Gary Booker was a young man when he first sang this song, back in 1967. All these years later (if I remember right, the video is from around 2012), he could *still* sing it like he does here!

[@free..to..air..]

This single piece of music became the anthem of the sixties..anybody living through that decade will understand the depth of feeling contained in it's meaningful references to popular music's defining era An undisputed masterpiece

[@williamkelly9859]

Seriously, still magic in the world and its in music.

[@t.r.1708]

Thx! What a delightful reaction! Seeing a person discover is like a baby’s first laugh! Or like seeing 5:25 a deaf person hear for the first time! Thx Rere! Peace n love!

[@fgrady1]

If you loved this as much as I do, PLEASE find my other most loved song from this very concert, “A Salty Dog” a song of sailors ( or is it pirates?) from the early days of sailing on the ocean’s blue. It never fails to make my spirits soar.

[@richardvarnish8506]

Another nice reaction again. I knew you would probably get around to this one, The original song was a radio staple back in the day. And, yes that organ was always the high point in the song, you love it every time it comes around.