PENTATONIX - O Holy Night 🤯 - Vocal Coach Reaction & Analysis

[@melissacoviello2886]

Scott is king of riffs… and Kirstie is queen of belting and Mitch is heavenly, Matt was what stole the show for me because we don’t get to hear him that often. And of course Kev is a master at everything. I love this song so much!

[@johnjaissle1043]

63 year old, growing up listening to 70's rock. Thinking I'll never listen to or enjoy any other music. Then Pentatonix said, Oh yeah, check this out. I now choose them over rock every time. I think I need therapy....

[@carolscott1686]

😂PTX is my therapy!

[@johnjaissle1043]

@@carolscott1686 yes.

[@9012505]

Same here.

[@sharondunn7390]

I’ve got you beat. I’m 73 and so wish I could see them in person before I kick the bucket.

[@johnjaissle1043]

@@sharondunn7390 I made the mistake of not seeing them in September when they were here. Smh

[@debrawalkermeyer9109]

This is a masterpiece. All 5 shined in their own way. Combined they created something better than could be achieved individually. Kirstie has said this is her favorite Christmas song and you can profoundly feel their emotions. They are all in on this upgrade to their previous version. This one has the harmonies and the emotions and the arrangement is awesome. That slight pause in the middle of Kirstie’s last Divine created anticipation that resulted in almost perfection. I am 61 and this is the best version I have ever heard. My Mama liked this and Silent Night and when I hear Pentatonix sing I can almost imagine Christmas when I was a small child. Great reaction as always. I had hoped to see you react to this.

[@beckyv3369]

Enjoy your reactions. I believe what sets Pentatonix apart and at a higher level than other accapella groups is that they feel the connection to the song. They are not afraid to put their heart on the line. We as the listener are pulled into the emotion of the song and it touches our soul. This is music at its truest form.

[@PtxXtp]

That’s one reason but I think there’s a lot more too and what makes them the most successful a cappella group of all time. Their arrangements are top tier especially when you hear the same songs done by more than one group. Also the other groups do a lot of harmonies in the background and while Ptx does that too, they also make themselves the full instrumentals in the background giving their songs more depth than just a lead and the harmonies. Another thing is the level of each singer in Ptx. Everyone of them could be a lead singer/performer and it works plus having a musical genius like Kevin in the group and the musical genius of the help of Ben Bram.

[@HelenWheelsUtah]

My favorite part about this song is how they effortlessly slide from singing lead to singing background, not only verse to verse but from line to line, it seems. Whoever's voice matched the needs of the moment was the one who had lead and everybody else supported them beautifully! The key change from Matt's solo to Mitch singing was almost sneaky. Many times the key change is obvious, but in this case it went so beautifully together that I had to ask myself if that was really a key change. Then, to lead us up to the very end was Kirstie with that absolutely incredible crescendo and beautifully belted high note (notes!) Then it ends the same way it began, with Scott's unaccompanied voice. This piece was pure _magic!_ This really needs to win their next Grammy.

[@cosmicdrift8311]

Scott's ending wasn't quite unaccompanied. If you listen carefully, you'll hear Kirstie's last note reverberating in the background.

[@HelenWheelsUtah]

@@cosmicdrift8311 I noticed that! The sustain carried it through to the final few notes. Magical!

[@bethphillips9693]

They absolutely killed this - it's glorious.

[@9012505]

I don’t know if you have done Kiss From a Rose or not. It’s how they continue upping the bar. There is an amazing live in studio video.

[@Gwennedd]

Yass! That piece is insane and epic. It stunned every PTX fan and every reactor as well.

[@alfredh3071]

Great reaction, you are not alone when you say you’re sitting speechless. I did a headphone drop! I literally took them off, and held them out and dropped them on the couch. That last note from Kirstie is still ringing in my head. I love the way they let it echo, like it was going up to heaven. Whoa!

[@russellfisher2853]

Really loved it. And Kirstie what can I say absolutely amazing.

[@terriepurkey708]

Yes, it was a stellar performance. After listening to this a few times, I find myself continually impressed by the smooth way they switch leads, between Matt & Mitch, then Kirstie & Mitch, SO SMOOTH and at the end when it goes from Scott back to the end for Kirstie was just as smooth. What a great group!

[@richeswebcraft]

😂 Great reaction, as ever, Juliet. You certainly can say "They sang the s*#t out of that" - it's true! It looks like you found your musical asana to transport you to bliss... 😇🙏😌

[@lleldridge1]

In addition to masterful vocals (as always), the arrangements... Masters of dynamics! Great reaction/analysis, thank you.

[@vmcgriff]

This is my new favorite release from Pentatonix. I loved the whole collection from them this Christmas! They just keep getting better and better. But their arrangements are off the chart!! Love your reactions!

[@danielcarter837]

There are no words in any language that can describe the beauty of this performance. This was just transcendent. This was not a Wall of Sound, this was an Avalanche or a Tsunami.

[@mecfstraveler]

I've been following them since they won The Sing-Off in 2011 and I am constantly surprised that they continue to grow as musicians and vocalists after all this time! When will they plateau? This holiday season they did some really special things in their releases! Kevin does get to sing when they put together an arrangement with no beatboxing. The 5-part harmonies are wonderful! Kevin actually has the highest note in the group. He also plays cello and PTX occasionally brings it into an arrangement. If he's playing, you'll see it in the video. "Cello-boxing". To see more of Kevin's other skills I recommend two of their releases this holiday season from Vevo Live Studio! "Kiss From A Rose" and "Christmas Time is Here, Pure Imagination" (a mashup). They're live (squeeeee!) from the Vevo Live Studio and were released in the order I mentioned them in. I'm so looking forward to the rest of Pentatonix Week! Thank you!

[@Gwennedd]

Kevin sings more than most people realize. He's doing backing vocals anytime he's not actively beatboxing, but since the camera's not focused on him, we don't see him add his parts.

[@Badger77722]

I had the same reaction you did about Mitch's outfit - I thought he had on PJ bottoms and a robe, like he'd been woken up and headed for the studio without bothering to dress! I've since learned that his "robe" is a throwback to an old smoking jacket, which I can now see - but I was a little worried for a while! As for the vocals, for me this is the Matt and Kirstie show - not taking anything away from anyone else, but those two blew me away!

[@jamesjudge3891]

When you see them at the Grammys, you'll see there's actually a sixth member of the group. Their arranger, Ben Bram, pulls together what he knows everyone can do and arranges the songs flawlessly. Obviously, the arrangement that gets recorded isn't the first thing that comes out of Ben's computer, but they build to this level of performance from there, and by reputation, extremely collaboratively.

[@YourOnlineSingingCoach]

I am sooo going to be looking out for them lol! And yes, Ben Bram came on my radar during the Making of Evergreen video. Full props to him!!!

[@bfly5990]

Mitch is wearing a 1940s smoking jacket. I don’t care if they wear what ever or how their hair is. They are precious and this version is so beautiful

[@Pamela_T]

Love your reactions/analysis of Pentatonix music. I hear so much more when you react to them. Happy New Year!🎉

[@JaniceDAgostino]

Love Matt’s cut off of the word “night”… and that head voice drama!

[@jlelliotton]

The raw emotion from PTX in this performance is mind blowing.

[@cosmicdrift8311]

A great reaction worthy of a great performance. Pentatonix should no longer be pigeonholed just as a world class acapella group. They deserve to be seen as the world class performance that they are. Btw, Scott earned the moniker 'King of Riffs and Runs' during the Sing Off competition and he just gets better at it. And Kirstie! Oh my, her performance level is accelerating on a hyperbolic trajectory.

[@chrispavlich9656]

Kevin and Matt both get to sing in their Amazing Grace My Chains are Gone music video.

[@lorriredmon8212]

Excellent reaction! It really is a breathtaking version. Once again, I don't want any other version of a song but theirs. Thank you. I'm so glad you found this just in time.

[@pjb3583]

I’m loving your PTX reactions! Recommendations for their live VEVO sessions of Kiss From a Rose and their mash-up of Christmastime is Here and Pure Imagination, their sitting-around-the-studio cover of Gold, their introspective take on Mad World, and maybe Come Along for a fun, quirky song. And has anyone mentioned Superfruit yet? It was a side project from Scott and Mitch that started off as a vlog and produced a really good album of originals called Future Friends. Try the videos for Guy.Exe and Imaginary Parties to get an idea of them as a duo. Happy New Year to you and yours! Peace …

[@honeybun4817]

Oh yes….Kiss from a Rose is a definite must here! VEVO studio live.

[@megjones7860]

Yes, yes, yes to all the above! Also adding Can You Feel The Love Tonight and Can't Help Falling In Love With You.

[@rogerramjet5214]

Love your reactions! Thanks for loving Pentatonix like we do! Kevin also has an amazing voice, and he sings parts in several songs, as well as being a master cellist..

[@Nunyabizness_]

Don't forget to react to Kiss From a Rose and Pure Imagination!

[@megjones7860]

Thank you so much for this reaction and the analysis. Pure Pentatonix Perfection - yet again. They are masters of their craft. This is a fantastic rendition of this classic song. They were astounding, all five of them, individually and together. Scott with his pop vocals and yes he is the king of riffs; Matt so strong and defined; Mitch with his lower register, smooth as silk, always perfectly enunciating is the king of runs and vibratos, and then hitting and holding that note on "name"; Kirstie sharp and clear and that belting that went on and on; and Kevin driving that beat 100%. I see that you have done some PTX reactions already so I will try to find those. Welcome to the world of Pentaholics. I just subscribed to follow you on your Pentatonix journey - 12 years, covers and originals, live performances and studio recordings, almost every genre, masters of Christmas music - you will not be disappointed.

[@annatraustadottir4387]

What makes a vocal sound like pop vocal, one asks. Well, heavy pitch correction and compressed sound. Kirstin's perfect belt, it would be interesting to see you teach a student getting the sound of that belt.

[@nolaknowles9888]

They SMOKED this song! Burnt it to the ground.

[@davidbangtson3109]

The song is magical and your reaction and comments matched that magic very well.

[@markwong7922]

Awesome reaction. I had seen your earlier ones on some of their other songs and was hoping you would get to this one. Was really special.

[@evanirvana500]

Love mitchs mustache. He gives off big freddie mercury vibes. I certainly think he channels Freddie! Many comment on his clothes, as always. He is a very eclectic dresser. It doesn't appeal to some, I love the creativity. I hear he has or going to have his own avant-garde clothing line. I heard. Maybe someone else here knows particulars. You KNOW everyone thought mitch would get this song. He was made for it. But I've ptx will never go the way that everyone expects. Who would you NEVER think would get the high notes? The bass maybe.... this was Matt saying concretely I am no longer "Avi's replacement ". This is MINE now. With a stomp.

[@shilohauraable]

I was hoping you wouldn't miss this masterpiece! ❤

[@ruth2141]

This has really hit a chord. 1.5 million views on KZbin in 13 days. They have obviously worked so hard on their craft -- vocal training, songwriting classes, dance training, music production, video direction, etc. And performing constantly; they were touring at least four months this year.

[@vidsorama2]

Great reaction to this beautiful Pentatonix video. Thank you.

[@DeansMayhem]

Yes, you can say that they sang the shit out of this!

[@mel3268]

I feel the same way you did every time I listen to this song- and I’ve listened to it ALOT.

[@AnjeannetteMarie-Swifie4Ever]

PTX🔥🤘

[@orrmeli]

I love your reactions!!

[@neishann1]

Find a good live recording of their just recently finished Christmas tour…Mary Did You Know…and listen to Kevin’s singing part. He has upgraded his part from the early video. Wonderful!

[@Kylla-ni1or]

Yass finally someone that gives mitch some praise in this song that he deserves 🙌

[@susangreene-xy7ro]

Thanks for the insights. A very powerful performance! ❤

[@amyc8313]

Kevin has a solo in Mary Did You Know.

[@SPGhettus]

He also leads a section near the end of The Prayer in a beautiful falsetto.

[@chemchc]

If you want to hear Kevin sing (and play the cello) I highly recommend his "KOver" of 'Down'.

[@vitoriavilar]

Did you already check Kevin’s fifth?

[@da71le]

How you felt at the end!! They give me goosebumps all the time! I have seen them live a few times and they never fail to amaze me with their pure power and talent. Have you checked them out ....Bohemian Rhapsody yet.....stunning!

[@joannesmith7042]

The backing chords are just incredible…complex…and actually makes the song…I appreciate them more than the lead

[@TheAltric]

Yes he does a solo....Mary did you know...and Little Drummer Boy

[@katt9208]

I get Mitch-slapped every time I listen to this song. And Kirstie sometimes does not get the credit she deserves, but she is phenomenal!

[@YourOnlineSingingCoach]

I can't wait to get Mitch-slapped nowadays lol! And the more I get to know Kirstie's voice, the more I love it!

[@lumpyspiceprincess2697]

And with this video, it's awesome seeing people get Matt-attacked😉😁

[@creationsbychancecan]

If you want a completely unique rendition of a carol by Pentatonix you might like to react to their version of Come All Yee Faithful. It is one of their best

[@davephillips7209]

Once again great reaction.

[@rachel_lee_123]

Fantastic reaction! Love this!

[@crazycatlady7621]

Kevin has solos in "Imagine", "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone): and "Mary Did You Know "...maybe more but that's all I can think of right now. Oh we can't forget his belting of "Baby" in "Kiss From A Rose" I can't wait for more PTX. Thanks for all you do!

[@madenabyss6981]

He raps on sing and butter x dynamite

[@user-bareleg]

"Little Drummer Boy" and the John Lennon song whose name is driving me crazy to remember.

[@thontor]

You can hear Kevin do a solo in a few songs like Mary Did You Know, Amazing Grace, 12 Days of Christmas, Away in the Manger, and Imagine to name a few. if you want you can check out a cover he did solo of Maria Hill's song 'Down' which really shows off Kevin's talent in many areas, not just beatboxing and singing

[@dianavisser9638]

I love your reaction, beautyful 😂❤

[@rorysnap7026]

Here's how v to top it: Kissed By a Rose, live Vevo. Will blow you away

[@Crystalsgarden]

I just found your channel so I don't know which songs of ptx you've covered but you mentioned Kevin singing. You hear him on amazing grace and Mary did you know. Great reaction video. Thanks

[@debbiea4786]

Great reaction! Kevin sings in Imagine and Mary, did you know?

[@markiebaby]

If you want to hear Kevin sing I suggest Mary Did You Know or Imagine - he doesn’t sing often bur when he does it’s magical

[@agpxnet]

Great! By the way, have you listened to Lucy and Marta Thomas' version of this song? I suggest it to you.

[@lemonsterog]

My only disappointment is that I couldn't hit "LIKE" more than once!!! Thank you for continuing your dive into PTX! I'm enjoying watching you experience their incredible talent. Thank you for sharing your experience, knowledge and personality with us.

[@derekpetersen7571]

Dan Vasc s O holy night is where it is at we are all waiting I hope you get to it by the first it would be a great birthday present to me to watch your reaction

[@janetburrows137]

Again PERFECTION. I feel like I’m saying the same thing👍🙏❤️🇺🇸🇬🇧❤

[@MjR-k2n]

Yes Kevin has a solo part on amazing grace and Mary did you know

[@PtxXtp]

I’m laughing at you not knowing Scott does riffs. His nickname is the king rifter (riffer) in the fandom. Some could say that sometimes he does too much when it comes to riffing.he tends to get carried away. Especially when singing live. There’s compilation videos of Scott’s riffs and runs. Mitch too. He’s just as good at riffing as Scott, he’s just way more subtle about it but he can definitely do all the same movements up and down the scale as Scott can.

[@janeramirez8767]

Matt sang his solo as one who truly believes what he's singing about, and loves that Christ child born that holy night. My throat catches at the end, every time, when Scott brings it back down for a final "Oh night divine"--and there's Matt, with his hand over his heart. Perfect. In other news...of course Mitch rocks that moustache! Mr. Mitchell Grassi rocks anything he wants to. (Mullet? Bald? Dress? White bathrobe? Yep, ANYTHING.)

[@sean1849]

Say it " SHIT SHIT SHIT SHIT " if you didn't say it I would have been disappointed.

[@kensmithler5965]

Kevin does sing a solo in- Mary Did You Know (in the cave with the candles) and also in -Little Drummer Boy. Check those out. Great reaction!

[@kenbrady4275]

Kevin singing closes Amazing Grace. Sweet and beautifully. Such a surprise as to the best of my knowledge, the only other song his singing is featured in is Mary Did You Know.

[@dwfarr]

When the beat cut out, Kevin joined in five part harmony.

[@DeborahGedert]

Mitch is wearing a smoking jacket it's silk instead of the regular velvet or brocade the arrangement is awesome they just take you to heaven ❤ them so much I haven't heard anything from them that I don't like

[@billiemchone6683]

Kevin sings on Mary Did You Know and many more.

[@randycraft5895]

SO THERE ! lol

[@jeanniesowers6475]

Mitch is actually wearing what is called a smoking jacket!

[@YourOnlineSingingCoach]

He is way hipper than me, and that's why I thought it was a robe lol

[@joebarnhart4460]

This is actually their second cover of this song. They've learned a lot since their first cover... (audio only) kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6HXn4KAqK6fr6c

[@MidoriDad]

If you want to hear glorious Kevin vocals check out his range in his cover of "Sign of the Times" (Kevin Olusola)

[@bloom9830]

I recommend watching Kevin Olusola - Down

[@B3thBakes]

I'd love you to react to Joyful Joyful live, my favourite things - the video. Kevin's 5th symphony. And Kevin's cover of 'down' on his personal page. Also imagine and amazing grace 😊😊 ❤

[@skreiztin]

Kevin had a solo at the end of Imagine

[@badmama1962]

Smoking jacket!!!!

[@patriciadunn3173]

Have you done the Backstreet Boys singing Silent night yet?If you have not then you should!

[@vitoriavilar]

I love your reactions, you know what you’re talking about ❤ I love this group so much, I went with my 13 years old daughter to the show in Toronto last September, they are so good doing live performances, there are many videos. I just watched around 15% of they music videos… my eternal loop is Amazing Grace, No, Gold, Carol of the Bells and the New Christmas songs. Check this one live: it could be an amazing reaction video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHvCl4ing5eVfLssi=0YhwjFi4J41suqbo

[@CurtisPoppenhouse]

"Mary Did you Know"

[@derrickcox7761]

Kevin has a number of solos.

[@jeffgoldman1479]

I watch a lot of reaction videos. Some are very good, by people with music knowledge, others with simple music appreciation, BUT ... nobody does it better than you. I'm sure there are many things more in your life than reacting on lin line to music, but I am sure you do those things just as well. You are clearly a very talented lady. I know you would love to hear Kevin beat box while playing cello, so try "Shallow" and "Say Something" Thank You

[@YourOnlineSingingCoach]

That's the nicest comment, ever THANK YOU!!!! ❤️ Yes, I must hear Kevin on cello, thanks for those suggestions!

[@LWM521]

😉

[@LWM521]

Kiss from a Rose please.

[@ellenbohac3460]

Kevin can sing!!!

[@blitzofchaosgaming6737]

You are simply amazing. You say the power of silence and then ramble for 3 straight minutes without seeming to even take a breath.

[@YourOnlineSingingCoach]

That’s my singer’s breath support at work for you 😉 PS the keyword in my video description is “analysis,” that means that yes, I will talk a lot, especially when I’m impressed and fascinated by a vocal performance, as I tend to be every time I watch Pentatonix.

[@elainedavis9053]

@@YourOnlineSingingCoach Love you!!

[@vanessa4u4evr]

Reactors have really been tripping over Mitch's Smoking Jacket. I don't get it. And Matt in pajamas??? Now that one is definitely a first.

[@joannesmith7042]

Listening close to,Kirsty…and saw another video of a recent live performance..I hope she is not going to get into the habit of quivering on all her notes when doing solo runs.. she just needs to sing strong and pure like she always has done… and stop all those weird quivers …. ( stop it Kirsty )

[@ruth2141]

Pentatonix is no longer strictly a capella, though I believe this arrangement is. They have used instruments and extra voices on their Christmas music for several years. And experimented with instruments and vocal processing on their original songs to achieve the current pop sound they are looking for,

[@petermorton7029]

Listen to it live