Nirvana - Smells Like Teen Spirit - Live Orchestra & Choir Version

Classical crossover phenomenon as seen on America's Got Talent.
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This is a live recording of Nirvana's Smells Like Teen Spirit by the Cinematic Pop Orchestra and Choir. Featuring McKenna Breinholt.
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Credits:
Soloist: McKenna Breinholt (16 yrs. old)
Conductor/Arranger: Rob Gardner
Cinematic Pop Choir and Orchestra
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Recorded live at the Mesa Arts Center, Mesa AZ, June 8, 2015 by Richard Talbot.
Filmed by Cameron Trejo Films.
Lyrics available via Closed Caption subtitles.

[@JimKindredIBC]

It is incredible to watch my 16 year old granddaughter have the poise and confidence to stand in front of 140+ seasoned professionals and belt this out. #proudgrandfather

[@chadwi12]

As a huge fan of cobain, I normally am not a fan of anyone doing renditions of any his songs!!!! Mainly because they always fail greatly in comparison!!!! I feel like his songs usually should just be left alone!!!! And not because I want it to be this way!!! I always listen when I see a cover, hoping to get surprised! But in the end I always come away disappointed.. Renditions of his songs are just not flattering to the him the artist, In my opinion, mainly because they never seem to add anything to it!!!! All of that said, That is not the case here!!!! Ur granddaughter was magnificent, and u should be very very proud!!! She has a mystique about her!!! Her voice is literally enchanting, which makes her a perfect combo for this song!!! I also would have thought that annunciating all the words perfectly, would have taken away from the song, but again, not here!!!! Because her voice itself leaves you sort of spell bound, understanding the words is just an added plus!!! I found myself wanting to know the words for the first time!!!! She has honestly done something amazing here!!!! At least in my eyes!!! When nirvana was inducted to the rockin roll hall of fame, they had Joan Jett (a legend) get up with the surviving members of nirvana and sing this exact song!!!! They would have been much better off getting your grand daughter!!!! Her rendition blows the doors off of Jett's attempt!!! I think that's all the praise one needs to here!!!!

[@JimKindredIBC]

chad wiggins Wow... Thank you Chad for your candid review. I too feel the same way about classic songs and I am usually disappointed by re-makes. While I am obviously biased about McKenna's performance, watching her grow and develop as an artist has been nothing short of amazing.

[@davideberting]

Congrats. She did great. I'd love to hear the back story on this and how it all came together. The making of... It would be a fascinating watch/hear.

[@rejmons1]

My sincerest congratulations! She has a voice like an angel and she has a truly angelic, delicate beauty. You have something to be proud of!

[@JuliaQingReaves]

She is incredibly talented! NYC fans!!!

[@marks2731]

This is how to introduce classical instruments to modern kids, as this is very good.

[@adamleddy9894]

Mark S well first you have to explain Grunge... and Cobain and what that meant to us old folks

[@lancesvensson1703]

Haha Well boy you still have to go through another 2 generatios to get to modern pop

[@numblittlebug7989]

Most modern kids don't listen to Nirvana anymore

[@omandeesamaratunge6003]

Well first of all grunge is dead. We have to bring it back to life again

[@numblittlebug7989]

@@omandeesamaratunge6003 Your job is to be the God of the new world, not bring stuff back to life!

[@matthewalford2762]

This could so be a James Bond opening song....

[@125joshb]

Yes!!

[@ernestb.3523]

oh yes !

[@Cahin-ic1ej]

Matthew Alford No

[@smoothtriston6203]

Fuck james bond.

[@deviloftheskies]

No It wont fit...

[@matthewalford2762]

When placed into an orchestra you realize that Nirvana and Kurt were musical masters. SLTS fits gorgeously into to orchestra platform. It just works. You know where else Nirvana works..... Folk music.

[@gabrielvasconez66]

Matthew Alford That’s true

[@04nbod]

Nirvana works with everything because Kurt worked hard to create simple melodies. He never wanted anything complicated, he wanted to write music like The Beatles

[@inutero10]

Thats the sign of an inherently gifted songwriter. It works on any platform.

[@OriginalCandy]

pfff even nirvana played and joked on the fact song is a sped up down tuned version of Bostons 'what a feeling'

[@tubular618]

@@OriginalCandy Sounds more like Boston's "Peace of Mind" to me. At least similar chords.

[@mjfindlay1968]

Love her voice. So nice to hear a lower range voice. Sounds awesome.

[@OnePieceWonPeace]

Lol, I actually think they should have had a gal at the higher registers.

[@bipbong2906]

OnePieceWonPeace nah

[@TS4L03]

I just imagine a dark stage with this opening, then Kurt, Krist, and Dave going hard!!

[@hydepig3185]

I see it, how fuck that's briliant

[@agostocobain2729]

When you hear covers like this, you can really hear the genius of this song

[@SIUDESIGN]

Exactly!

[@John-ye2pm]

You wouldn’t be able to do this with most rap “music”

[@agostocobain2729]

@@John-ye2pm no you definitely can't

[@domfuc8547]

@@John-ye2pmok boomer

[@68dharmabum]

I have always considered this one of the greatest songs ever written. Not because of the lyrics but in spite of them. Not because of it's musical beauty but in spite of musical beauty itself. It has always felt real. Resonating. Not some artists attempt to capture a period but rather a period in time capturing an artist. I suppose when one experiences great suffering one can express it better than others. The orchestre version lets us realize that this is classic. Thank you Kurt Cobain!

[@roseblack6342]

The lyrics are really good though

[@camvick407]

Dude!

[@troyarmstrong434]

"one's that experience great suffering can express it better than other's."

[@scottthomas8376]

Damn well said!

[@ha1ze_d1scover49]

I EASILY AGREE WITH THAT SMELLS LIKE TEEN SPIRIT IS AMAZING!!! Thanks Kurt

[@brokentombot]

Now I know it's "hello, hello, how low". Always thought it was just a funny accented "hello" at the end.

[@ishanafondekar6334]

You know the song is good when it sounds good with all sorts of instruments. It shows that grunge rock is incredibly versatile when done right. Kurt Cobain was a genius and nothing less to have created this

[@CinematicPop]

Nirvana Smells Like Teen Spirit Cover. Featuring 16yr old McKenna Breinholt.

[@davideberting]

I want to see the making of!

[@jiwogjiwogkumprungz6296]

good voice and beautiful vovalis to the orchestra blaring the sky I am an Indonesian dreaming to be a vocalist like this

[@christopherkemsley4758]

Holy cow she's 16? She has an absolutely amazing voice! I thought she was 22 studying music in college or something!

[@enlightenedapple]

Wow, young and talent and beautiful.

[@yeeeeee8497]

NO KURT'S VOICE - NO SMELLS LIKE TEEN SPIRIT

[@SOuLik]

1:35 chills! ... 2:56 Fell in love with the music

[@papasmurf65656]

Such a beautiful rendition of this song. A true masterpiece.

[@79eyre]

So touching...Kurt would be so proud...his music lives still in so many ways in the hearts of millions of his fans worldwide

[@dansilva1231]

What a brilliant arrangement.

[@JenkyBoom]

that voice is so damn clear. very crisp. she's great.

[@OdinOfficialEmcee]

Literal chills. Didn't know this song would work so well with this arrangment

[@leonarduskrisna4588]

She 16 Years Old? Amazing...

[@alsonotcat5505]

Potato Husband I know I thought she was like 22... I have not idea where I got that from

[@timfronimos459]

If there was an entire concert of this music I would buy it. Thank you for posting.

[@bealzy]

They have an album 😉

[@ahsenkhan5386]

@@bealzy but not on cd how disappointing !!!

[@rontroy3843]

No matter how many times I hear her sing, it affects me in a wonderful way. Her beautiful voice combined with great arrangements and musicians. She is very special!

[@BoOmBaMan]

beautiful epic sound. body full of goosebumps. Cobain would be proud of his crafts evolution

[@TMLCentral]

+thizzface he would definitely be proud of this. what an amazing cover.

[@SpyroNL]

thizzface this is absolutely amazing, but Cobain wasn't even proud of becoming a popular, let alone his songs becoming hits, so i doubt him being proud of this song....

[@heygema]

imo, he will tolerates this one, I guess coz he was really into fine arts. and he just don't like pop culture, and how the mainstream ruins his idealism, and betraying himself by becoming the object of fame, that leads to glamour life and high consumption of things.

[@jamesrasmussen9281]

The pizzicato in this totally reminds me of the Halo 2 soundtrack. That's a good thing! And McKenna's voice is lovely. Very much enjoyed!

[@NickNewman]

I can totally see this being the way Kurt Cobain is welcomed to the Pearly Gates in the Spirit World.

[@shnpio]

Hello hello hello

[@gurtissstaggolee4848]

Entertain us

[@cardduz6958]

He hated this song

[@youc0728]

Kurt Cobain didin't like this song

[@Giovayo]

For those saying. Kurt actually liked Smells Like Teen Spirit, what he didn't like is people just wanting that song in his concerts, that's why he was alway bored while playing it.

[@dissident42069]

The girl singing is amazing. I bet she was a baby when Nirvana came out with Teen Spirit. Beautiful rendition. I've been listening to popular songs played by orchestras all morning.

[@ShadowSouledJD]

She was born about 9 years later 😂

[@DieParaquats1971]

How does this not have more views? It's awesome

[@YosefTesfaye10]

This song can be played in any type of music genre and it’s still sounds great that tells you how good the sound is behind smells like teen spirit, and this is a wonderful piece

[@epasato]

Pitch perfect arrangement. Absolutely amazing to see a bunch of Gen Xers crushing this. That conductor is living his best life.

[@clea_cj]

When the chorus kicked in I got instant chills. Amazing

[@chrisgifford6914]

Somewhere, Kurt Cobain is smiling!

[@MrLemetroll]

Doubt it, considering he blew his face off

[@imperatorromanorum3150]

thats not nice m8

[@eval7952]

Chris Gifford what if he didn’t ?

[@youarebob]

He actual despised this song, so doubtful

[@jardenoversyk4706]

how cruel... I LOVE IT.

[@jenniferthomas]

Um, this was pretty amazing. And probably the first time I understood the lyrics lol

[@CinematicPop]

Jennifer Thomas Thanks you so much. That means a lot coming from such a talented musician!

[@poopmanJ]

how can you not hear the lyrics from actual Kurt11

[@Ana_Ng]

+hi friend hard to hear what someone's saying when their mouth is full of lead

[@poopmanJ]

kurt didnt commit suicide

[@callumjones1068]

she did get some of the lyrics wrong though, or at least they aren't what they were in the original.

[@luismanuel2612]

her voice & interpretation are absolutely amazing ...

[@FX200YOU]

I watched this orchestrated version performed by the Philharmonic Orchestra of Alagoas, here in Brazil 🇧🇷 , along with a large choir. I still get chills remembering that moment

[@DD-vt2oh]

I can listen different versions of this song all day.

[@Blueshot111]

Here we are, now entertain us. Well done.

[@muratkul7377]

I like how she sings humbly and not trying to stand out.

[@conniemarie8702]

The lead singer is awesome but the choir & the entire band is amazing! This whole thing is golden!!!!!!

[@FallenAngel-yb6dy]

Beautiful interpretation of this Nirvana classic.The symphonic gave more depth to the melody.

[@nategriffin1895]

To hear a song from my teenage years done so beautifully makes my heart skip a beat.. Should definitely do more Nirvana tunes!!!

[@ananyma676]

Oh my God, this power of an orchestra and choir is soooo incredible. I've listened to this for three times and can't get enough. ❤️❤️❤️

[@misterroboto9999]

This is my favorite cover of anything ever.

[@artesia38]

this song is so much different when you can understand what they are singing :)

[@BackroomsWater]

A lot of the songs I grew up listening to, whenever they’re made into orchestral versions, everyone’s saying they can be James Bond theme songs. I’m not disagreeing, I highly agree.

[@TariqKhan-xt5qs]

I don't think I have ever seen such raw talent in my life.

[@spudhead169]

WOWOWOWOW!!! "And all I know are dirty words".... The ONLY cover version I have ever heard that get the lyrics RIGHT!

[@kataraofthesouthernwatertr7090]

Smells like teen spirit is such a beautiful piece that it actually sounds amazing in diffrent styles. Love this orchestra.

[@TheRealJohnSouth]

01:18 - PREPARE YOURSELVES FOR THE FIRST WAVE OF GOOSE-FREAKING-BUMPS ---- GUARANTEED. 02:40 - SECOND WAVE Good job for giving me Goosebumps!🙌🙌🙌

[@dcxrtcvain4209]

TRUE, even tho I'm already goosebumps on 0:34 😂

[@specializedmusictrainingsm9274]

This is unbelievable, Cobain's song-writing shining through

[@nyla-amarasmit8117]

Just saw hallelujah from this choir and mckenna So good this!!

[@8vedder3]

absolutely gorgeous. Kurt would be proud.

[@rigdigwus]

8vedder3 you don’t know that you fuckhead

[@ivansnegireff8483]

😳misc tome love 😍drunking lis love misc

[@ToryAnderson]

The sound is amazing with all its layers, but what really makes it outstanding to me is the skilled video work. I love seeing, as well as hearing, all the parts of the music.

[@MorleyQ]

This is....this is just wonderful. The art of the orchestra is severely underrated these days.

[@tomgrimm9572]

Ohh oh oh my!! Why is this not more popular!! You guys are absolutely mind blowing!

[@cogadhturtar8408]

all those instruments and still the voice is the most powerful tool

[@louisjamin7195]

It has a microphone.

[@kristikosmond9342]

Love this arrangement AND voice!

[@nyriekathrynhadnot2015]

Kurt would have been so proud of this version. So Beautiful.

[@andrewwiq3172]

One of few excellent covers that are just as emotionally done as the original, perfect.

[@scribblesthejuggalodenver3009]

The most beautiful song I have heard in 23 years it's making me cry in a good way I'm going through withdrawal it's perfect! Kurt would have loved it! Thank you

[@unprepaired-gamer]

That had such a nice take to it. They did an amazing Job. Plus you can understand what's being said. Hats off!!!!

[@HunGerMovies]

wow.. the instrumentals and the chorus are amazing

[@saaasq]

goosebumps mode on

[@jadeturner3028]

Amazing cover with incredible strength, had me full of goosebumps. From one musician to another, wow!

[@henryallan9167]

Just love this. There was always something about this song/music that defies dissection, this arrangement and performance by the singer (such a talent), singers and orchestra adds another element to the resonance of this soul deep lament. Thank you

[@te9591]

It's amazing how well some of kurts songs can translate to classical aesthetics, yes?

[@parabhai]

Loving the choir in the background. Just beautiful music

[@37marathon]

So beautiful. I can't stop watching.

[@martyhansen912]

Love this arrangement. Love McKenna's style and voice. Super job

[@noonesperfect]

Smells Like Teen Spirit and Bohemian Rhapsody are truly gem of songs........... beautiful performance

[@corentinmorleghem4405]

McKenna Breinholt : Just ... Wow ! Arrangement is amazing too...

[@hannahjanda5652]

this is so beautifully arranged and very reminiscent of the soundtrack in montage of heck. seriously brilliant cover

[@mitchbart9613]

Beautiful voice. Keep up the fantastic singing.

[@CrystalBoto]

That woman has the most beautiful voice! I have goosebumps! Great job everyone and I love this cover!

[@VixenRouge]

This is SO GOOD! Literally screaming. Couldn't help but sing along! What an amazing take!

[@EmilySmith-by2cc]

Very cool! I especially like the climax of the chorus.

[@brookebunker2310]

Bravo!!!!!! Love this. Wish I could hear it live! Can't wait to hear all 10!!! I'd like to hear more choir volume

[@davideberting]

Agreed. I want live!

[@peterstangl8295]

the part right after the second chorus is the best thing i've ever heard

[@kateandphoebe]

Agreed on that!! And what are the words that they're singing on that choral climax? I love that part, but I just can't quite make out what they're saying.

[@michaelstibbe5640]

I was looking for the version used in Kurts documentary and stumbled upon this. Absolutely amazing! Brilliant!

[@scythe08]

Wow that was simply amazing and I am in love with her singing!

[@mevitorino]

This is brilliant!!! Gave me goosebumps!!! Fantastic Job!!

[@jonparker1194]

I keep coming back to this because you don’t often stumble across perfection.

[@jiwogjiwogkumprungz6296]

good voice and beautiful vocalis to the orchestra blaring the sky

[@MrGrownman455]

Man as a fan of Nirvana I LOVE THIS!!!

[@jenniferutas5198]

I love this. And the first time I understood the vocals. ❤️

[@tiagopratas6220]

Please, do more of this videos!!!!! I love every one of them... And quickly if possible!

[@dennissmyser1145]

McKenna has a beautiful voice the the orchestra is amazing!

[@poopmama]

I wish I can play this on my Violin! But, me liking alternative rock and taking strings in school! I find this very amazing!

[@amandarodrigues1431]

perfeição de arranjo!! acabei de encontrar o melhor cover dessa música!! estava procurando a muito tempo

[@braydinsisco7856]

My niece is in a before school orchestra program and they play nothing but rock music. Sometimes I play guitar, bass or drums for them. They’re adorable, this reminds me of them but far more sophisticated

[@ohmygracious7961]

i love the sound of orchestra.. imagining this song playing in heaven's gate welcoming Kurt 🦋🦋🦋

[@joebaseball17]

BRAVO!

[@DieParaquats1971]

Wait she's 16! Wow good job

[@janevanbelleghem3994]

started crying, this is my new favorite song, god, shivers

[@jog7971]

Goosebumps from the first second till the end!

[@TMLCentral]

incredible.

[@DoubleBread]

Oh my God! It's so nice!

[@garyolson3315]

Incredible. Timeless. I hope young people watch this incredible young lady. Oh yeah, she's now an American Idol contestant with an incredible story and legacy.

[@fragasm726]

This is how a legend is memorialized

[@kileybeezers]

Amazing!

[@rachaelmccabe3417]

This is amazing💜

[@joshmcwalters]

Who would have thought a song about Smelly locker rooms and Heroine could be so beautiful

[@Chezzalicious]

the most awesome thing ive heard in ages