Bohemian Rhapsody for Symphony Orchestra with Solo Viola!

[@jaysteels]

2:38 this brass solo absolutely moved me

[@babychesterinu6735]

"This is where the operatic section comes in." - Freddie Mercury

[@carolinagomes7929]

you can see the classical music criteria Freddie Mercury had from so far away.... there will never be anyone like him. amazing this... outstanding!!!!

[@ilhamuh]

I can safely say that this is one of the best things that I've seen on KZbin.

[@Rom14DH]

WOW. This is pure perfection. You just nailed it with every nuance in this masterpiece, it is beautifully arranged and perfectly played. The trumpet solo is just amazing. Nicholas- your arranging and conducting skills are legendary.

[@michaeldowney6361]

Absolutely beautiful. It may have been introduced as rock and roll but he poured his heart and soul into this when he wrote it. I've never heard this played by a full orchestra before. I only wish my wife were alive to hear it. She loved this piece of music. In my home opinion this will one day grow to be a symphonic masterpiece. And demonstrated here, it certainly proved that it belongs in a category all its own. Bravo.

[@MinecraftTime789]

THE POWER OF VIOLA

[@jacileneamerico9565]

Verdade😢.

[@marymalmros1926]

Somewhere, Freddie Mercury is smiling and laughing.

[@rubyhehe6041]

In Heaven ;(

[@vinifebriantiputri944]

@Joseph Joestar hush...

[@marymalmros1926]

Damn Christofascists fog with your self righteous dominionist bullshit

[@Caldella]

I wish I could like a video more than once. Seriously. I can't give this thing enough love.

[@GitmoOZ]

liked for you :)

[@meepzer]

This makes me glad to be alive.

[@gvn933]

OMG THAT TRUMPET SOLO ! in love !

[@Marunius]

Yeah, but they didn't let it finish Q_Q.

[@mjhammer11]

I always wondered how that would have sounded via orchestration. It was not disappointing. Amazingly well done.

[@MarineVet]

As a Marine combat veteran, I would like to thank you and those other musicians for creating such beautiful music, for, it reminds me that the sacrifices made by veterans and active military are not squandered by everyone.

[@LeeDee5]

One of my favourite songs played by an instrument that isi near and dear to my heart! The more somber tones of the viola fit this song perfectly.

[@mypeepsarebandgeeks]

Damn that trumpet player though.

[@kissofflesh]

He played well but a little bit too loud!

[@KentaurusGD]

"You can do whatever to my music, just don't make it boring" - Freddie Mercury (Queen) Bohemian Rhapsody one of the best songs until this day :D

[@gabrielasanchezvera4784]

One of the best versions of bohemian Rhapsody i've ever heard.

[@guitarbrad]

Best non-vocal rendition *ever*!!! Cheers to the _arranger_ and _soloists_ - great job!

[@izzyperez2715]

Eyye don't see a viola solo very often ☺️

[@esquidwar]

thats cause violas suck, us violins are cool nah jk violas are cool ig

[@ukstd1]

This unbelievable - I love it. Makes me inspired to keep writing and exposes the true genius of Freddie Mercury and the rest of Queen. What a piece, what a performance and a great arrangement too! Congrats to all.

[@cardboardcat1515]

What an absolutely perfect instrument to characterize freddy's voice!

[@arthskymusic]

When we think of the central message of the song, the adaptation suits perfectly. I’m listening again and again!

[@ariannabrooks4607]

this gives me chills every time I watch it.

[@NEKSRUDE]

This is the best instrumental version I'd ever heard in all my life, is really amazing, excellent, congratulations. I love it.

[@maggieh6758]

I love how this has been translated into an orchestral piece - the vocals Queen uses lends so nicely to this form. And I love the viola for something different - it has such a beautiful mellow sound which can also be very powerful!

[@lukahmad5683]

This is the best arrangements, I love this more than any other orchestra cover of this song. This is the best

[@ZicajosProductions]

Wow. Music can narrate beyond the narration of words... to the point where one is left speechless.

[@xtine0476]

You know what I love about this it incorporated the different styles of Classical Music with what little I know starting with the very classical Violins then the flutes with a touch of Jazz with the Sax or Horns then the William Overtelll/ school drumline feel on the end

[@noyakitty]

I love how much the conductor is feeling this... This is just so beautiful

[@michelemach1]

Emocionante!!! Me arrepiei e chorei. Lindo

[@Bassetfan925]

Indiana University and Queen. Two of my favorite things. Awesome doesn't even begin to describe this version. Well done, Mr. Hersh. You led some great talent and Ms. Harball was fantastic. But then again, this is coming out of the IU School of Music, so I don't expect anything less. Bravo.

[@auriskylediaz5746]

3:12 if u listen carefully...the bass drum is a little bit late but i understand cuz he works on the cymbals and the drum

[@DarkJewelshines]

For such a Advanced sounding piece , all the sharps and flats, quite amazing, but what really gives the Flavor is one might call it , was the Splendid Violist, i myself, thought it was lovely,although i am just one person, anyone with fine taste could see, although, I myself was over joyed before watching this because I myself Play the Viola, I'd like to compliment the Intonation of everyone at all times, lost of practice must have gone into this piece indeed.Good Job.

This is so beautiful - i got the chills

[@abbottastic]

would you say it sent shivers down your spine? **heehee**

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[@rih1892]

kjohnabbott 3:00 shivers down my spine :) and starting at 4:54 oh yea and my head set vibrates. This is one of the most beautiful pieces of music I have ever heard be played by an orchestra. Truly Genius

[@dixiethedog5796]

Beautiful! I come back to this every few months. I like this version better than the later studio recording, but both are outstanding.

[@thebusman19]

I think the pacing is slightly better on the studio version but this is still amazing

[@stagingthefilm]

I have watch other orchestral version of this song and they do not compare! Not even the London Philharmonic! This is stunning! Shivers down my spine indeed!

[@purewritingfool]

This just blew me away completely. I wish I could have been there while this was played live. You all did an absolutely wonderful job with this.

[@kcdrew69]

OUTSTANDING! BRAVO! Freddie Mercury would surely be proud. I put this up on my blog to post tonight at 10 pm Central Time. Many Kudos to all! Mo Rage the blog

[@kilokilo420]

this made me cry...

[@MushVPeets]

This song lends itself really well to orchestral arrangements like this... Pretty awesome.

[@emilymonroe6234]

I am in LOVEE with this arrangement! Absolutely beautiful & props to the trumpet solo!

[@IreneRose29]

That was just so beautiful and inspiring. Wonderful arrangement and it shows the brilliance of Freddie Mercury and Queen.

[@colegiocompuinformatica]

Hermoso. The Queen unió en esta magistral melodía el rock con la ópera. Ver interpretar a una sinfónica este clásico contemporáneo, la hace magistral. Bien ganados los 4 Oscares 2019.

[@MsMcmoe]

Well that was far more amazing than I expected!!! This song has always meant a lot to me since I very first heard it when it came out. Bravo to the orchestra, Freddie would be very proud indeed~ 👍

[@justinyong4314]

So proud of it, almost cried.....and I believe Freddie Mercury will be feel amazing

[@jacileneamerico9565]

top😢 da vantade de chorar 😢. ❤

[@violavla7190]

Lovely viola playing - well done!

[@lucaspenn4517]

The viola and flute--so beautiful.

[@albatrossparty506]

this was the most beautiful thing I've ever heard I love music but now I Adore music the sound alone makes life worth living

[@fan4life106]

Since no one is really talking about the basses... GO BASSES! Because I play the bass. :)

[@hny_hannie]

Wolf Storm I play viola 🎻

[@ginanunez1871]

Wolf Storm violin all the way baby

[@josephcox8536]

same represent

[@vicj2141]

Go YOU!

[@scottslapin]

Awesome!

[@willremmers]

Nicholas, a truly AMAZING arrangement. None of what is in here isn't authentic Queen, but you realized the vision Freddie had when coming up with it. Parts of this truly sound like they were always meant to be heard this way, particularly the "opera" section. It sounded right out of a Rossini overture! Bravo to you. Brava to the violist. Bravo to the trumpeter, bravi to the orchestra! Do the world a favor and publish this arrangement (if you haven't already).

[@gabrielasanchezvera4784]

In fact, almost all Freddie's compositions have symphonyc bases...😊

[@WDWLTV]

Sarah is great,but I agree,Patrick's trumpet solo rock's

[@TruAgape123]

Sounds so presidential, and theatrical at the same time. Simply stunning!!!!

[@swimr93]

what's so great is that you know everyone is singing the words as this plays

[@IanLeoMusic]

This is such a beautiful arrangement. When I listen to it I feel sad and it reminds me of Freddie :(

[@yokingemu66]

I have had this on replay for about an hour now!..... Love it

[@damienmcc6328]

Loved the whole thing, Viola, wow

[@deanhardage9804]

Absolutely gorgeous and a real tribute to Freddy and the boys of Queen.

[@victortheguitarnerd]

That was absolutely amazing!

[@MrStankhanglo]

"All due credit to Queen in their infinite glory" Classy upload Nicholas Hersh, well played sir.

[@atgas]

A friend posted this on her FB page via wimp.com. Blown away by the fact that I had never heard a symphonic version of this song, I searched for any of the biggies' versions of this, and I found London Symphony Orchestra and London Philh. versions, among others, and I have to say your arrangement is far superior to, and certainly more faithful to the original, than either LSO or LPO, and the musicianship is almost as good ...at least to my untrained ear! Incredible effort! This HAS to go viral!

[@gundoom40]

wow i do not know why but tears starts coming down my eyes... it is just so beautiful music...

[@rube59]

Fantastic, fantastic, fantastic.. This translates so well into orchestral... wow!!!

[@nestorbarboza7911]

This is a great orchestral version. It would be great if you upload a orchestral version of "The Millionaire Waltz"

[@labicie]

best tribute to the QUEEN and Mercury music.. ever..

[@ceb7894]

After years of practice and being labeled as a "Band" nerd..... Then you get to play this!!!! Priceless!!!!

[@etdumas1]

'' people who say you cant do magic by waving a wand in the air probably never went to any good synphony/orchestra live'' signed:me

[@TrinityCalway]

Beautiful. I'm not normally a big Queen fan but that was simply fantastic. Loved it.

[@alaralpaca1486]

You'd never expect a Viola solo, but it was really perfect in this piece tbh.

[@arynnsprague9494]

Beside the like button they need a most-amazing-thing button. Bravo, this was SO well done.

[@DeLaToundra]

L'arrangement est PARFAIT ! Rien à dire un grand BRAVO !!!

[@a7-117]

Superb, Excellent, Amazing!

[@TheCOOLTONI]

What an enjoyment this is. My God i would love to experience it live

[@haripoy]

gives me chills everytime

[@PurpleStarzMe]

Got chills!!!!!!! RIP Mercury

[@NancyMenzel]

Excelente arreglo orquestal y magnífica interpretación.

[@ArGyProductions]

This is absolutely marvellous

[@mummymayhem23]

Soooo many goosebumps!!!! Sooo freaking amazing.

[@pwetty4r4]

that trumpet was on fiiirrrrrrrreeeee

[@koreangvidz]

That trombone glissando, though..was awesome lol

[@ThisIsReMarkable]

For pity's sake, this needs to be officially released as a single or something! Amazing. I would buy this in a blink.

[@jaguarundi1178]

magnífico

[@tawnyflowers]

Such a beautiful arrangement!

[@sayhai]

i have goosebump all over my body..

[@nicklevy]

I like this 100% better than the studio version. Feels a lot more real. Much more like a performance and less "staged". Sometimes, it's the small imperfections that creates "the moment" you'll remember all your life.

[@NicholasHersh]

False harmonics - notate the pitch you want 2 octaves down, plus a diamond notehead a perfect fourth above. Check out the wikipedia page on artificial harmonics, it's got a good example.

[@juliahill3912]

Wow… almost cried xD

[@kaxxen13]

superb version of the Bohemian rhapsody :) moved me very much and im sure freddy likes this :)

[@enlight_8360]

Back in the days of classical music, this would may have been one of the best short pieces. If this were written back then it may have been longer.

[@rachel0rose]

I play the viola and this makes me so freaking happy. Would love the sheet music...also, thank you for making Freddy a violist...this was awesome! :D

[@soniambience]

That was amazing... now all I need to do is convince my orchestra director to let my school's orchestra play this... Beyond words how much that conveyed. I think I prefer it over the original...

[@ankh9ether]

This is like my 6th time watching/hearing this. Great job!

[@pagan22]

Really great rendition!

[@kcdrew69]

And you still can't help but sing along with it. When I got to the part of "Mama, just killed a man..." I nearly bust out laughing. THANK YOU, again!

[@lizzyw.1970]

This is lovely it made me like classical music even more

[@ArtichokeBandit]

How the hell does this not have more views?

[@214bellianaamour]

Beyond Extraordinary!

[@geovanni7342]

Finally immortalized in Classical History.

[@celiakelly3897]

5:14 absolutely amazing