PENTATONIX The Prayer | Vocal Coach Reacts (& Analysis) | Jennifer Glatzhofer

[@richardbeggarly9674]

I'm a 72 year old Viet Nam Veteran, who has seen and done many horrors for "My Country". I've loved these Kids since their first performance on the Sing Off. I consider them to be musical savants without peers. But watching a sweet and gentle soul like yours, respond with joy and an expertise, only enhances my experience and helps to remove me from my dark memories of the past. Thank you, God Bless and Keep you in His Sweet Embrace. I like their performances of "Amazing Grace" and Scot's "Thank You".

[@susanscott5060]

Thank you for your service Richard. May God grant you peace.

[@amazinggrace5692]

Hugs from an old lady in PA. 💕🐝💕🇺🇸

[@chetstevens4583]

The bedrock that Kevin and Matt are laying down to allow Scott and Mitch to dance above is flawless.

[@rmac1042]

Most people don’t realize Mitch is a true countertenor-thus the ease he has of singing with such soft passion with the timbre his voice has. The “Wall Of Sound” at the climax of the song-and the ritenuto! Wow! Kirstie is really busy on this with the stacked harmony along with Scott and Mitch! She’s just so awesome! This deserves the 4th Grammy for PTX!

[@amycunningham1830]

Is it the “Wall of Sound” that gives me the chills/heart pinch right there or the specific notes of their chord progression? I want to understand how they can make my body feel sensations that I love, and I try to hear that chord at the climax in my head even when I’m not listening to music. You seem to maybe understand music. This song has me hooked. Especially the wall of sound parts

[@zrebbesh]

One of many things that astonishes me about this group is their harmonized riffs. In the middle of a word - often in the middle of a single vowel, in less than a quarter second! They hit six different notes, in rapid succession, and every one of them is crystal clear. They don't emphasize the fact that they're doing it. They treat it like it's just a decoration on the melody. But listen for it and start noticing how amazing they are! There's no 'slide', no instants when they're seeking the right pitch, etc. They are just - singing one note, and then suddenly singing another. And even when they're hitting - (If I heard this correctly) - a complicated mix of thirty-second and twenty-fourth notes on the same bar(!) the rhythms are absolutely precise. There isn't any 'improv' going on in those riffs, they know exactly what they're about to sing. In a way, they remind me of a Japanese savant who listened to a Dizzy Gillespie trumpet solo and sat down and wrote the piece on sheet music - note-perfect, And then played it, precisely and exactly reproducing it. That seems like missing the point when you think of Gillespie as an improv soloist, but now imagine five people doing something that complex, all in harmony, all exactly on rhythm. You can't improvise that! Each and every one of them has to know exactly where they're going to get there together.

[@KevinPlaysGuitar]

They made this cover so amazing! Mitch's voice is out of this world! It's so incredible! They're all amazing!

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

So good! And yes, just wow 😱

[@priscillabacon1749]

This group is my all time favorite. Absolutely gorgeous! Sends chills down my spine. Bless them.

[@lengould9262]

Kirsten is SUCH a powerhouse when she's let loose.🥰🥰 Your appeal for others to start an acapella group AGAIN made me laugh aloud from joy. Would love that! Wish i might qualify.

[@craigblocher714]

I think it's amazing how stress free their faces are when they're singing. Their range is so impressive.

[@tdb2012]

That, I believe, is one of Pentatonix's best covers yet. Loved your breakdown/analysis Jen! I always learn something when watching your reactions. Looking forward to the next one. Keep up this awesome work!

[@LilRedDog]

Finally!!!! A reaction that hears Kevin and also does not push it into the background!

[@terriepurkey708]

I love the insights into the mechanics of singing that you give - thanks for taking the time to review and share your thoughts on this. I heard both Scott and Kevin give live streams prior to this song's release and they both said it was one of the most difficult/challenging arrangements they'd ever done. Those 19year old Sing Off kids have surely grown up and come into their own. This is stunning! :)

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Oh wow, really! Amazing, thank you😊

[@Trapper50cal]

What's better? Scott & Mitch trading? or Mitch and Kirstin trading? I can't decide but Mitch and Kirstin both belting is insane.

[@DanielBrown-sn9op]

Rubies or emeralds, both are precious

[@em_si]

@@DanielBrown-sn9op What a wonderful response!

[@kionacooper3721]

Both duh

[@tirrell1532]

Both man, Mitch voice is so fucking amazing he brings something I can't put put a finger on. I expect Kirstin to hit some notes bit Mitch bro Jesus lol you do not expect from a man.

[@felixmaidana828]

Mitch is not belting. He's mixing, although it's equally valid.

[@lvw7668]

Wow! Wasn’t until you pointed it out that I noticed Kevin picked up the third part of the harmony on the ‘mended’ line…then apparently pivoted immediately back to the percussion. OMG! Such an intricate arrangement…so wonderfully talented this group! ❤️ (loved your analysis!)

[@shilohauraable]

Kevin sings in many parts of this song! I'm trying to pick out what part he's singing at the very end! Many high notes at those last notes! 💖

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Ah thank you!

[@missybosa8488]

This was pre recorded and dolled up, as well as layered

[@chetstevens4583]

Kevin also filling the high tenor slot in the final note as Mitch goes off on his Freddy Mercury note.

[@lengould9262]

@@missybosa8488 Many jealous people say things like that until they do it live on tour.

[@GoCoyote]

I have so much fun having you geeking out for our edification, education, and enjoyment. Thank you, and well done!

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Ah thank you!

[@carolbuchel3011]

I love your comments because I can hear the things that are happening but don't have the technical terms-love being educated!

[@louellamoyer5578]

I hope for a Grammy on this one! They are Sooo Sooo good! I enjoyed your reaction.. you are a sweetheart! Love your informative analysis. Thanks!

[@suzannehorne4115]

This was the best Pentatonix cover ever! Thank you for your detailed reaction! Your facial reactions were so much fun to watch!

[@joatkins9793]

I wonder when a reactor is going to comment on how long Mitch holds that last 'safe' note

[@aaronbarlow4376]

Kirsten's voice added a beautiful high range texture in the belt at the end. 8:45

[@johnclibbens6803]

Absolutely beautiful arrangement and performance.

[@rongotwalt4487]

It's a beautiful rendition with so much warmth and joyful feelings ! Your analysis was so good and informative as it always is ! Beautiful voices complimented by flowing rythmic harmonies are a true testimony to Pentatonix artistry ! Their arrangement was so well orchestrated from beginning to end ! Their hard work, dedication to their craft is I'm sure produced by hundreds and hundreds hours of vocal practice ! Their strengths are evident in the variety of their voices and the beautiful combined sounds they produce ! Thank you Jenn for reacting to another of my favourite artists it's so much appreciated ! Stay safe and healthy my friend and keep posting for,👍🤗🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Such a great arrangement! Aw thank you! And you😁

[@bfly5990]

I love this so much. They just keep amazing us

[@lachimiste1]

Scott, especially, sings with his hands all the time. Ages ago, they covered Say Something (Christina Aguilera), and for the video, the effect they were going after was of an old painting. They had to stand Scott somewhere where he could hold onto something with both hands and not spoil the painting effect.

[@funandbudgettravels]

Whoa...this group is amazing

[@Miobambino]

I’ll probably get battered on here, but PTX blow home free and voice play out the water! Subscribed! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧❣️

[@kaygirly19]

You are not mistaken! But lately Voiceplay has been killing the acapella game. Have you heard their cover "Dream on"? Or the one with Dragonborn? It's really impressive. PTX is definitely my forever acapella group but there is something with Voiceplay. Just damn. Home Free too. Their "Mary did you know" cover is outstanding. Three wonderful groups!

[@susiebell6716]

I think all three groups are fantastic and so different. There's room for all of them .... oh and Voctave ... AMAZING!!

[@bonnieflynn4798]

They are so very brilliant Thank you. More PTX please please

[@dianastebbins8015]

If you haven’t yet go watch their video The Making of Evergreen. It’s a really good behind the scenes of how they arrange and record. This is one of the songs.

[@1977brickguy]

this song is so amazing, their arrangement , their voices, the bass the beat boxing. I loved watching your reaction when they all came together. You wanted to pause so many times ,but you couldn't do it. We all could tell how much that blew you away. It does that to me every time.

[@laurat2509]

Home Free "Brothers in Arms" a master class in goosebumps and harmonies.

[@bdbaggett1643]

Thanks, Jennifer. Great reaction and analysis to a great performance.

[@danielcarter837]

At about 2:50 in their video they hit that chord and they sound like an organ. Just jaw dropping. Scott, Mitch and Kirstie were in high school choir and also did local theater together. They have been in Pentatonix for ten years and they sang together at least five more years before that. Their high school choir teacher did help them develop their blend. Could you imagine having those three at the same time in high school?

[@vidsorama2]

Thank you for the great reaction to this beautiful Pentatonix video. They are incredible.

[@michaelemery1497]

Chiming in from Boston mass..I like when u smile

[@heinleinreader]

I loved the half Italian comment. I, too am half Italian. The other half is Irish (Scots-Irish to be precise. Oddly each of my parents has precisely the same background, ethnically, that I do, each being half and half as well.) My Italian side had the same reaction to Scott singing in the home tongue as yours did. Hearing him sing that deeply in more of a lead line was not new for me. He does the same in Sound of Silence. Hearing him do so in Italian was a new experience for me first time I heard this. But he does it so beautifully.

[@slane6527]

This was my first time listening to your reaction, but it will definitely not be the last! I LOVE learning about the art of singing while listening to music that touches me and your reaction / analysis was wonderful. Thank you!

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Ah thank you!

[@m.o.5137]

Absolute perfect harmonies. Tremendous talented and mesmerizing

[@barbaragoodwin5799]

I just subbed and I absolutely loved your reaction. My favorite reactors are those who explain and pause and replay and explain some more. Thank you so much for this fantastic reaction💕

[@garrywood5015]

I love watching you while you listen and watch! Your facial expressions, mirroring your emotions, are priceless! 😊 And your analysis is very helpful to our enjoyment and appreciation of the talents of Pentatonix, both in their singing and their arranging!

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Ah thank you!

[@donnajess4655]

This outdoes the Bocelli/Dion version both for production (to be fair, they simply stood and sang) but also for vocals. Five people making as much sound as the orchestra and the singers, but also telling the story. Far more inspiring. I love Andrea Bocelli and have for years, but this version upgraded from the original. Scott is singing in Italian and Mitch is actually translating again like the original. And don’t forget they will do this live on tour. One thing especially good about PTX is they never record anything they can’t do live. I enjoyed your reaction/review

[@wlam205]

You madame are most definitely one of my new favorite singing reaction creators and just wanted to say a truly heartfelt thank you for being genuine 😊. I hope this finds both you and yours well, and it only gets better! Let the music soar!

[@rmuller366]

Loved your analysis Jennifer! You have warmth and enthusiasm for your work and it shines through. Thank you for sharing. Well done. Going to listen to you and your Grandpa next. Blessings to you!

[@jenniferworley775]

First but definitely not my last reaction with you. You are an absolute delight. Thank you.

[@robertbushee3892]

Even though I am just now watching your reaction, I really enjoy seeing you and I would love being in an a capella group with you. Even at my age and being out of practice.

[@nairbyelworc6652]

Ok, PTX continues to raise the bar. Another great cover. May I suggest you check out Voctives’ cover of “ Where are you Christmas “. Thanks

[@timothyhodges705]

Jennifer, enjoyed your vibrant comments on what is a more enjoyable rendition of The Prayer by Pentatonix.

[@mauryhollander103]

I meant to say this is not the first time I have found Pentatonix’s cover of a song to be better than the original

[@mastermonster195able]

Great reaction to a BEAUTIFUL song!

[@funandbudgettravels]

Oooh such a beautiful voice

[@marvinboswell6889]

Enjoyed your reaction, it's a beautiful song , beautiful sung

[@LeskeyC001]

Very enjoyable and informative reaction. Thanks for posting.

[@ormandhunter3546]

Kevin doing beatbox is phenomenal! He doesn’t get nearly enough credit.

[@cynthiacharpentier662]

What I hear, especially as we start this, are sounds that take the place of the violins in the original piece also.

[@Suzy3223]

An incredible performance…. And a glorious reaction!

[@atenahalley]

You should react to their covers of Hallelujah and Amazing Grace!

[@davidphillips4476]

Love the analysis, I kinda love to geek out on that stuff, helps me learn when I sing. Keep up the great work, and keep on smiling!

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Yay! Thank you!

[@rewelke]

It's so glorious to hear an American who's expressing a foreign language in the correct way. Well done 👍

[@chrispavlich9656]

Not all of us are perfect.

[@3870TheDad]

For MALE Acapella, you need to check out "Home Free". I would suggest starting out with "7 Bridges Road" and moving into others. Stay away from the cover of "Mayday" until you are familiar with all of the members and their abilites.

[@danellwein8679]

thank you for this Jennifer .. this really made my day ... you did a good job of reacting to this ....

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Ah thank you!

[@Baerno]

It's kind of cute how every time someone goes into their mix, you do that little nose scrunch thing.

[@dwfarr]

Scott’s arm movements. I don’t think he can sing without moving his arms. In Say Something, he grips the furniture trying to stay still. Recommend their other new video, I Just Called To Say I Love You and Say Something.

[@chandleraskew6496]

I love the arm movement you talked about. My favorite thing is when Geoff from voiceplay drops his hand when he goes into the basement notes

[@mauryhollander103]

Really enjoyed your analysis. I went immediately to listen to Celine Dion and Andrea Bocelli version and who can find fault with that version. But the Pentatonix version is so much more emotionally captivating. This is the first time that I found Pentatonix cover of a song to be better than the original.

[@tammielongino7485]

Best PTX song so far. 🥰🎙🎼

[@wvhollargirl7549]

I like how you analyze the music. I wouldn't call myself a Pentaholic. More a Superfruit fan. Keep your ears open thank you.

[@barbieslack45]

They are so brilliant but they're wall of sound is always insane

[@godimlarge]

For a song/arrangement like this, I’d love to see Kevin’s sheet music. He’s doing SO much and so many different things, his pages must look like a mess

[@femolah]

Lol

[@davidbangtson3109]

Just subbed because of your wonderful and accurate reaction to and analysis of this topnotch performance by PTX. Glad to be aboard.

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Ah thank you!

[@brandonthomure6319]

Your reaction was the best I’ve seen, so fun to watch, and your explanations are wonderful. Instant subscribe 😊

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Ah thank you! 😊

[@erinhaney3175]

You had me at “before” 😂😂. Loved your reaction/analysis! Please do more ptx!

[@marvinboswell3820]

Beautiful

Aw. I miss yer previous, fairy lights background 😄 but hey that's back in the old place. Great. Fantastic group the kind of beatbox type hums, percussive hums. You needed to process all of it. Can we see you & grandad to check out link aw... Thanks. Marcelito Pemoy does both of these on the wish buss too of course celine díon & Andrea Bocelli 😄👏 silly exercises are great for the voice 😄👂👍🕺🗣️🎶🗣️🕺🗣️🎶🕺🗣️💃🗣️🎶😄👏👏👏👏👏 Jennifer you just enjoyed the pentatonic aural pill as did us here 😄👏👏👏I love yer humour & mannerisms. Be proud of them. Love them. Yer joy is there 👌🤔👍 fab analysis. Come on acappelaers Jennifer is, ready for you.

[@roengaming2078]

I love the way you react maam..

[@sandarabernardino3362]

You should check out Superfruit (Scott and Mitch) and react to their songs!❤

[@karlterry5799]

hi my name is jamie and i am huge fan of pentatonix

[@johnkillgo2327]

When I watched the 90s medley, you said you used to watch Pentatonix,, I wonder Which ones. Have you seen " The Wizard of Ahhhs " ,,, a collaboration between Todrick Hall and Pentatonix. Or their cover of Radioactive ", a collaboration between PTX and Lindsey Stirling.

[@leynarddeguzman8364]

Idk if i'm watching ptx or you, what a beauty

[@ScoHet]

After hearing PTX's MY HEART WITH YOU rendition, I had to come back here to give it a recommendation to you. I think you will really enjoy this one. :) Thanks again for all your reactions. I love hearing/watching your analysis, breakdowns. I usually learn a little bit each time. :)

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Thank you!

[@annmc3878]

Thanks for the great reaction and analysis.

[@MrDavePed]

Here are my favorites by Pentatonix: Carol of the Bells (Christmas) (14 November 2012) The Wizard of Ahhhs by Todrick Hall ft. Pentatonix (16 July 2013) Daft Punk Medley (4 November 2013 Grammy winner) Mary, Did You Know? (Christmas) (11 November 2014) Hallelujah (Christmas) (21 October 2016) Bohemian Rhapsody (7 April 2017) Matt replaces Avi as bass Havana (23 February 2018) The Sound of Silence (15 February 2019) Can You Feel the Love Tonight? (23 August 2019) God Only Knows (Oct 25, 2019) Blinding Lights (1 July 2020) Dreams (22 July 2020) Amazing Grace (5 November 2020) also.. Home Free produces some GREAT a cappella covers such as.. Ring of Fire featuring Avi Kaplan (25 July 2014) Adam Chance replaces Chris Rupp Thank God I'm a Country Boy (5 August 2016) How Great Thou Art (28 October 2016) Mayday (17 November 2017) Helplessly Hoping (27 April 2018) Man of Constant Sorrow (28 September 2018) Take Me Home, Country Roads (11 July 2019) Go Rest High On That Mountain (3 April 2020) Folsom Prison Blues (25 September 2020) American Pie featuring Don McLean (3 February 2021) When a Man Loves a Woman (12 February 2021) Crazy (30 July 2021) My Country, 'tis of Thee (24 September 2021) Brothers in Arms (29 October 2021) ** Also.. check out another a cappella group called Voiceplay. My favorite of theirs is Oogie Boogie's Song. Also, their bass singer Geoff Castellucci has produced some great ones including The Headless Horseman Sixteen Tons Blackbird Monster Mash Thanks ! ..

[@capstan50g]

The song is seasonal and Pentatonix kills it. Some of their harmonies remind me of The Beach Boys, which I consider high praise. Well done. I'm not sure if Joni Mitchell is on the table for reactions, because I understand many pro vocalists are already familiar with her, but I'd like to suggest the studio version of her song A Case Of You. It's riveting.

[@michaellehtonen9020]

They also did a live version of this in December 2016 which is also on their page. It is also quite impressive.

[@invecta18]

HI Jen, I think Pentatinox is sort of the Gold standard when it comes to A Capella. This is just insane . Wow We love you Jen, Thanks for doing these and thanks for putting up with us.

[@drieuxkoeppel8152]

*PENTATONIX. A small adaptation of the word PENTATONIC. .

[@drieuxkoeppel8152]

And i agree. Pentatonix is widely considered to be the most successful acapella group in history. In the Christmas season 2020, the Christmas music that was most widely streamed (Spotify, etc) was PENTATONIX.

[@zoew_]

if i dont like a song, but ptx covers it, thats the only version i will listen to bc theyre so good

[@jerrybaker2857]

Want to do acapella? Try collaborating with Peter Hollens. He seems to be able to bring our the best of all kinds of individuals and groups with his arrangements and productions. To get to know him watch his commencement speech to Oregan University.

[@alfredh3071]

Hi Jen, Sorry it took me so long to subscribe. I’ve enjoyed your beautiful spirit of love of music. You have a beautiful voice, speaking and singing. Thanks for reacting to my favorite group, I’ll stay with you on your musical journey.

[@charlesbateman1639]

this final arrangement is result of much tinkering & experimenting in studio !

[@craigsisler]

You are awesome...!

[@carolinelewiscarrie2514]

Love your natural style, you're very personable and engaging!! And really great analysis. I've just started singing lessons for the first time ever, and in between lessons am tuning into vocal analyses on a few different YT channels, such as your awesome one!!!💛🙏😊

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

Ah thank you!! 😁 hope the lessons are going well!

[@carolinelewiscarrie2514]

@@JenniferGlatzhofer 💛💛💛

[@valentinazucca1942]

When you went to pause but then stopped yourself cause it was too good 😂😅

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

😂😂

[@williamroop451]

If you enjoyed this (and who wouldn't?) You really NEED to check out their Amazing Grace (my chains) cover.... It's... Amazing. And bring tissues and stay seated.... Keep your heart and mind in the chair at all times - it's a wild ride!

[@jasper4365]

im probably missing some context but all this talk of second passages sounds interesting.

[@Ptxlive]

Great analysis. You’re accent, you sound like you live near me! I live in the midlands

[@joquitasullivan6353]

Was so sad not to see more Pentatonix on your playlist.

[@JenniferGlatzhofer]

There’s another Pentatonix on my channel but I will be doing more 😊

[@UnsupportedElephant]

Great as always - glad you still have it 😃😃

[@BW-lb3vd]

let me hear u..happy fun time.

[@paulomontero12]

Scott is the most balanced singer of them.

[@paulkardash2991]

I enjoy watching your vids...

[@roengaming2078]

Please react on pentatonix Bohemian Rhapsody thank you im rooting on you always

[@hatali88]

Scott's Italian sounds like it has a Southern Spanish drawl.

[@roengaming2078]

Please react on The prayer bypentatonix live in The morning show.