Pentangle - Willy O'Winsbury (Set Of Six ITV, 27.06.1972) OFFICIAL

[@SFNightOwl]

Is it just me or is this the best performance of this song? It's certainly my favorite. To me this even supersedes the performance on their Solomon's Seal album. This particular performance just has a magic, an intent, a quiet forcefulness, and ah, Jacqui, that voice. ❤

[@kentholmberg1818]

This is so much better than the album. ❤

[@doubleotwentyone]

The most beautiful female voice in folk music. Wonderful.

[@brianmallinder4112]

No arguement there

[@AnthonyMonaghan]

Certainly the purest...

[@rehman6270]

Hard to argue with that.

[@annieduchesne2680]

Absolument !

[@shaunmcgee4204]

@doubletwentyone By a country mile. Jacqui is in a league of her own. Simply the best.

[@aravonniv]

I never tire of this performance. Flawless and spellbinding.

[@penkookawa3814]

I love this song best of all Pentangle's.

[@kingrobert1st]

Still brings chills to the spine and tears to the eyes. This has to be the loveliest of English folk. R.I.P. Bert & John.

[@allancopland1768]

Did you know, Bert was born in Glasgow.

[@markhunter8554]

@@allancopland1768 Thought I detected a Scottish accent.

[@kentholmberg1818]

This is far better than the studio version on Salomon' s Seal and the whole Set Of Six show is the best Pentangle preformance on KZbin. Finally it ' s JACQUI in her prime. Has she ever sounded better?❤❤❤

[@jeffreysommer3292]

My Gods, I love that woman. I could listen to her sing for years and years.

[@shaunmcgee4204]

@Jeffrey Sommer I’m just a little bit in love with Jacqui too and I have been listening to her sing for years and years. Such a remarkable talent and beautiful with it.

[@kentholmberg1818]

We all are. This is Jacqui in her prime ❤

[@dr.alimpije511]

one of the most beautiful vocals ever

[@kentholmberg1818]

Yes. Jacqui in her prime ❤❤❤

[@bhn7731]

She seems pretty comfortable being the vehicle for such singing.

[@davidrosenblit9935]

What a beautiful and timeless piece of music❤

[@GrahamAndersonis]

This is one of the most beautiful (and hopeful) songs ever written/performed.

[@luna-louiseritchie8905]

Truly beautiful and touching. Absolutely gorgeous voice...it makes me cry because it's so sacred and there aren't many things sacred in these times. Thank you for the gifts you bring #pentangle ❤🌹🎶

[@ballbarn]

Wonderful

[@maxsonthonax1020]

Somehow always "sets the tears a'flowin'."

[@81Mace81]

I've only just discovered this song (and band) and I can't express enough how beautiful this is to me

[@stefanoghirardo7977]

I haven't heard this song since many many years, and tonight "Still brings chills to the spine and tears to the eyes": so true, Robert! Thank you, Pentangle!

[@steveforks9698]

If there is a god then this lady’s voice was created by it.... beautiful lyrics, guitar & bass... sublime!!!

[@marvinc9994]

"If there is a god" Well, now you know !

[@markhunter8554]

Of course there is a God and He created everything, which obviously includes Jacqui's voice.

[@shaunmcgee4204]

Every single person on that stage is at the top of their game, but it’s Jacqui’s voice that makes this.

[@harrynewiss4630]

mesmerising voice

[@whhswhhs]

Saw Pentangle in New Haven back when...Jacqui McShee is terrific.

[@EdinaCloud]

Never tire of hearing this enchanting song. How blessed we are to have such beautiful singing and musicianship.

[@magenta6754]

Her voice soars over this song and makes it so beautiful and haunting. I love the purity of this version and it is by far the most beautiful.

[@LaughingStock_]

In my opinion, this is the definitive version. Absolutely perfect in every respect. And, Jacqui....Lord - stunning!

[@kentholmberg1818]

Jacqui.has never sounded better in my opinion ❤❤❤

[@lhasa7]

Perfection.

[@vitalgreenspace]

The is the most beautifully perfect song that speaks of eternity and truth and love and community. I absolutely love it.

[@Aishiya1]

The musicians play this song so beautifully. That bass player seemed to truly feel the pathos of the song. He was hot, too.

[@shaunmcgee4204]

@Aishiya That’s Danny Thompson, he’s one of the greatest bass players ever. A truly incredible musician. Outside of playing with Pentangle, you should track down Solid Air by John Martyn (if you haven’t already, it is astonishing).

[@ThePaleGuy01]

I wish I could live again in that time where bands like this were labelled as "bands from the world of modern music"! Those good old lucky times!

[@allancopland1768]

I was there.

[@jonniegonads4566]

Me too.

[@julianvickery8341]

Lyrics: The king had been a prisoner And a prisoner long in Spain And Willy of the Winsbury Has lain long with his daughter at home "What ails you, what ails you, my daughter Janet? Why you look so pale and wan? Oh, have you had any sore sickness Or yet been sleeping with a man?" "I have not had any sore sickness Nor yet been sleeping with a man It is for you, my father dear For biding so long in Spain" "Cast off, cast off your berry-brown gown You stand naked upon the stone That I may know you by your shape If you be a maiden or none" And she cast off her berry-brown gown She stood naked upon the stone Her apron was low and her haunches were round Her face was pale and wan "Oh, was it with a lord or a duke or a knight Or a man of birth and fame? Or was it with one of my serving men That's lately come out of Spain?" "No, it wasn't with a lord or a duke or a knight Nor a man of birth and fame But it was with Willy of Winsbury I could bide no longer alone" And the king has called on his merry men all By thirty and by three Says, "Fetch me this Willy of Winsbury For hanged he shall be" But when he came the king before He was clad all in the red silk His hair was like the strands of gold His skin was as white as the milk "And it is no wonder", said the king "That my daughter's love you did win For if I was a woman as I am a man My bedfellow you would have been And will you marry my daughter Janet By the truth of your right hand? Oh, will you marry my daughter Janet? I'll make you the lord of my land" "Oh yes, I will marry your daughter Janet By the truth of my right hand Oh yes, I will marry your daughter Janet But I'll not be the lord of your land" And he's mounted her on a milk-white steed And himself on a dapple grey He has made her the lady of as much land As she shall ride in a long summer's day

[@TazW73]

Phenomenal

[@YuiKitaro]

I've always wondered if the whistle part way through this performance was by a member of the band or a member if the audience Absolutely love this rendition I've come here so many times to listen to it.

[@cannedpoo]

So good, could not be improved upon.

[@ValveSpecial]

Extraordinary, but a proper ending might improve it.

[@alwyndavies8953]

So,so beautiful, it makes me both very happy and sad as I wonder how the time has just slipped by. Not negative but grateful I was at my prime during this optimistic wonderful era.

[@richardportman8912]

By the truth of my heart, this is a beautiful song.

[@donnlarossa9173]

I think back when I saw them live in the 60's i was more excited hearing and watching them play than seeing any group until this day. Still my fav band "EVA"

[@tompiperson46]

What a beautiful voice. I could listen to her all day.

[@bunnybgood411]

I started listening to Pentangle in 1972 when I was 17 and LOVED this song! This one and Cruel Sister were my favorites. I like how the plucked bass has a watery sound, like the swell of waves. And I LOVE Jaqui's voice!!!

[@vaughanrichards7438]

Breathtakingly beautiful. It's hard to think that such a sound could come from a human being. Although she doesn't perhaps have the vocal power and athleticism of a trained operatic soprano I personally find her voice far more attractive. The melody is pretty but could have become monotonous over so many stanzas. Interest is however sustained by the sweetness of her voice and the developing narrative which is quite bizarre. The instrumentation is also a strong factor. Despite the now dated seventies fashion ( some have likened her to Queen Victoria and Alice in Wonderland ) I find her very alluring, particularly when close ups focus on her beautiful eyes. Enchanting!

[@LaughingStock_]

Personally, I feel it's a slightly mute point about vocal power and athleticism, though I do get what you mean. Jacqui is an artist who understands the craft and the tools needed to get the job done (to put it crudely!). What makes her so damn good is her total control - nothing is put in that is not needed, and there is the knowledge of space and silence being critical instruments. Watching Jacqui is a little like watching, for example, Glen Campbell - she looks effortless, it's a doddle, anyone can do it. Except, they can't. An exceptional singer.

[@ianfatbudgie]

Too beautiful for words. In the Renbourn version or this I am an emotional wreck by the end.

[@MairyHinge]

It's absolutely beautiful! It takes me back to an England that I loved so much🤍

[@andymrice]

The band sounds great.

[@swedefarn]

I really miss these days

[@richardkitchener2051]

Love that face she pulls at 2.48

[@buffplums]

True English folk music

[@allancopland1768]

English + 20% Scot. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bert_Jansch

[@zootszabo2415]

FAV BAND SINCE 1969

[@asredbirdy]

Beautiful.

[@apatcho6116]

The best rock ever. So beautiful. I love it.

[@markkubiak8296]

Rock? Not this.

[@allancopland1768]

What a chanter. Saw Pentangle quite a few times in the 70's. Awesome.

[@bonychiarelli7429]

This song is so wonderfull hit me here in Brazil in 2015...

[@frankpeter6851]

Hello brazil

[@tyrrannoform]

Wow, they completely smashed that, pretty much matching the excellence of the album version. Makes me wonder what other songs were played. I think the Cherry Tree Carol off that record is one of the greatest things I've ever heard. That whole record is brilliant. Would love to see more of this performance.

[@ricko3k]

Pure ♥️

[@nandoacosta5501]

Música cuando nací, pero sin embargo, me llena y llama la atención de forma intuitiva

[@juanramonarmesto3885]

Legendaria

[@PrincessofErised]

She is the very image of Queen Victoria when she was 18.

[@virtigo60]

Oh, ma déesse

[@Zopf-international]

There was snow in the back garden, too deep to play in, but there was a robin on my garden wall.. And this on the tele.

[@ArgumentShow]

One of the most beautiful voice i have heard. im a producer

[@djxjxixsmjxjskjzxn1853]

@1:30 I would've loved to hear a muffled; "shit, shit, oh shit,.. I dropped my bloody plectrum". as he's scrabbling on the floor. But it didnt happen, he held on to it. Bugger!

[@traceybraden6858]

Beautiful. But I'm confused as I know this tune as farewell farewell by sandy Denny

[@TheXynos7]

The king had been a prisoner And a prisoner long in Spain And Willy of the Winsbury Has lain long with his daughter at home "What ails you, what ails you, my daughter Janet? Why you look so pale and wan? Oh, have you had any sore sickness Or yet been sleeping with a man?" "I have not had any sore sickness Nor yet been sleeping with a man It is for you, my father dear For biding so long in Spain" "Cast off, cast off your berry-brown gown You stand naked upon the stone That I may know you by your shape If you be a maiden or none" And she cast off her berry-brown gown She stood naked upon the stone Her apron was low and her haunches were round Her face was pale and wan "Oh, was it with a lord or a duke or a knight Or a man of birth and fame? Or was it with one of my serving men That's lately come out of Spain?" "No, it wasn't with a lord or a duke or a knight Nor a man of birth and fame But it was with Willy of Winsbury I could bide no longer alone" And the king has called on his merry men all By thirty and by three Says, "Fetch me this Willy of Winsbury For hanged he shall be" But when he came the king before He was clad all in the red silk His hair was like the strands of gold His skin was as white as the milk "And it is no wonder", said the king "That my daughter's love you did win For if I was a woman as I am a man My bedfellow you would have been And will you marry my daughter Janet By the truth of your right hand? Oh, will you marry my daughter Janet? I'll make you the lord of my land" "Oh yes, I will marry your daughter Janet By the truth of my right hand Oh yes, I will marry your daughter Janet But I'll not be the lord of your land" And he's mounted her on a milk-white steed And himself on a dapple grey He has made her the lady of as much land As she shall ride in a long summer's day

[@sallybowles2781]

Hey, I m in Spain

[@peternoble3691]

I’d give your daughter a call if I were you! 😳

[@sirmattalott1484]

Hi Is that guitar looking instrument called a slide? Lap guitar? Steel guitar?

[@allancopland1768]

no.

[@markkubiak8296]

Dulcimer.

[@Albert9z]

Yes birdy very beautiful. True English vocals,with no 'wannabe american "twang". Yeehaw!

[@enriquebarrera6668]

Beside others amazing groups.as Steel eye span .Fairport covention.Gryphon. Make happy ni seventies