Procol Harum w Danish Symphony Orchestra - A Whiter Shade of Pale (First Reaction!!)

[@poloreacts27]

Maybe I have an older soul because this was powerful to me. Loved every minute and I never heard the original. If you enjoy what I do and want to continue to see MUSIC reactions on this channel consider supporting. 70% of my videos are not monetized. Between setting up the studio every day, filming, editing, thumbnails, and research which all take away from my family you guys keep me motivated. Consider buying me a coffee here www.buymeacoffee.com/poloreacts or my Patreon www.patreon.com/poloreacts Much Love

[@88pjtink]

the original is fantastic, and was a huge hit. it is certainly worth checking out.

[@mrpurgefury]

U can find the original on youtube

[@88pjtink]

@@mrpurgefury yes. this live version is very popular with reacters. but a listen to the album track is also a MUST.

[@BobAgg-qr2me]

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[@steveullrich7737]

The original is similar but well worth a listen; just hear that his voice hadn't lost the power he had when almost 50 years younger. It's such a magical and haunting sounding song up there with the best.

[@firemedic5100]

Gary was 22 years old when Procol Harum first did this song in 1967, and had a good voice then. He was 61 in this performance and was in great voice. Gary took care of the pipes as he aged. This is the best performance of this masterpiece that will ever be done. Gary may be gone now, but he will always live on through his music.

[@RangerMelB]

I'm not 60 yet.... and I'm beginning to realize why people are so amazed when an older person nails it like this... range.. less... volume.. less... sigh. course, I'm not near his caliber, but still, saddened by the loss of what I did have.

[@michaelnarey5037]

This one left you speechless!!!

[@jeanettecameron7530]

He passed 2/22/2022 and was 22 when he wrote this.

[@stevecrocker6904]

totally agree. His voice is better here than then. He'd been constantly perfecting his craft

[@doloresschultz6804]

Absolutely mesmerizing.

[@stuartmazzeo2516]

Next time someone says, "There's no such thing as real magic." Play this for them.

[@lindanorris2455]

right on!

[@anzacman5]

Oh I do believe in magic

[@ronjm945]

R.I.P. Gary Brooker..

[@jeanfoster8979]

I;m 76 this song was part of my youth, even to this day i know every word, its just awesome

[@alanbrown8527]

John Lennon upon hearing this on a recording in his limo had the driver ride around London for hours just listening to the song over and over. I love great poetic lyric and this song feels important and deep but, I still have no idea what it means but, I couldn’t care less.

[@Gww-1]

The miller's wife cheated on him.

[@juttamedina4183]

I loved how you never said a word and never interrupted the entire video. This song has caught you the same way it it did us back in 1967.

[@joecampos5624]

I love how a older man can show young people this is how you sing

[@lindanorris2455]

right on!

[@ChinaJoeSux]

Not one interruption, not needed either, your face said it all! After the video you spoke words of kindness and respect!

[@devnull128]

The fact that you didn’t pause the video says it all. I subbed based off your facial expressions alone.

[@katrinacash6393]

Gary Brooker, the lead singer, unfortunately passed away last year. This song is originally from the 60's by this band. It's so wonderful to hear it fully fleshed out with the orchestra.

[@leslieduncan2405]

I didn't know that...How Sad , and What a Great Loss.1😪

[@trubrit5036]

I had somehow missed the death of Gary Brooker. Every time one of the musicians from my youth, passes, a part of me hurts. And Cancer. I know all too much about the horrors of that disease, of which I am lucky to be surviving. RIP Gary!

[@xiurong888]

Keith Reid, who wrote the lyrics to the song, just passed away a week ago.

[@anthogugs79]

Think it was cancer that got him

[@rickbrousseau5372]

I've only heard the original version. They did an amazing job with this one!

[@johnpeters3389]

Sometimes a song is just magic. For no reason. It just is.

[@lindanorris2455]

THIS ONE SURELY IS! ALWAYS WAS!

[@willswomble7274]

Now and then, I wonder what the planet would be like, without British music and artists.....

[@stevehouser6886]

Indeed

[@lindanorris2455]

AN AWFUL PLACE IT WOULD HAVE BEEN AN AWFUL PLACE WITHOUT THEM!

[@yellowstonekat]

Desolate, no doubt. Music is exactly what we all need. Now more than ever. I find it kind of ironic the music which really helped us survive the turmoil of the ‘60’s and ‘70’s has come to the surface again, because it was that good. Times may change but people are people. Epic music and this takes me back to how grand it was live. Thanks, Polo!!

[@stevecrocker6904]

I love the virtual interplay between U.S. and Brit artists of that time - building upon each other's work, swapping ideas etc. The Brit invasion of the States played a great part in bringing the blues back to the U.S public to whom it had for the most part been considered "race music". Beatles, Stones, Animals ..... many of the greatest British bands had learned much from the black artists and re-interpreted it. That's how I (a teenager then here in Australia) got introduced to them and developed a love of blues music. I'm 71 now and still love that music and the 60s stuff that led me to it

[@kevino4846]

@@stevecrocker6904 Same, age and all.

[@russelljackman1413]

I was 12 years old when this song released, 1967. It shook me then and continues to do so, today. I think the organ piece is one of the most beautiful pieces ever written. It never fails to give me gooseflesh! There is nothing like the sound of the Hammond Organ. The lead singer, Gary Brooker, was 22 years old when this song released and was 61 at the time of this video. He passed away in 2022. His voice was one-of-a-kind and instantly recognizable. Rest In Peace, Gary.

[@aimtrans1]

Same. I remember it from 6th grade. Music had a different affect on our growing minds and bodies then. It responded to our hormones... it answered questions. Thank God for the music of the 60s/70s.

[@sheilaspaulding190]

Ahhh. The darkened school gym and your first slow dance with the captain of the football team. Magical

[@jodyjackson5475]

Ahhhh yes…it was

[@17witchie]

Not exactly the same memory but close ❤

[@debkennedy7371]

Wow - how did you know?

[@MargaretAtkinson-rn4cq]

So happy this music is being welcomed by the younger generations. 74 yr old hippy.

[@maryrosekent8223]

Please tell me you spent time on Haight Street.

[@paulalascola6714]

I don't think you young people realize how powerful our music at that time was I am glad you are able to listen now

[@kimbowser2350]

You didn’t pause the video…says it all. It’s an epic piece of art.

[@sgtshak2806]

Absolutely correct. You could see it in his eyes that he was listening to and feeling that entire song.

[@markflint2629]

Thank God

[@DavidMiller-dt8mx]

The original...with no orchestra...is magic in its own right. Definitely worth a listen.

[@greg2976]

💯💯👍👍

[@lizz5235]

The original just does not really compare, it is bare in comparison. This version has so much more to enjoy.

[@carolanestanley4030]

Definitely!👍

[@Falco45able]

Once heard never forgotten, a masterpiece! 😉

[@karleneblaser1261]

The original in absolutely gorgeous.

[@jacqueline4514]

Another example of the fact that humanity is indeed capable of beauty and goodness; it’s easy to give up hope these days.

[@edwardrutledge2765]

This was an anthem of my youth.

[@KM769]

Moody Blues - Nights in white satin

[@pattilapeche]

This song would be part of the soundtrack for very party you went to in '67. Every time I hear it.... flashbacks.

[@melissagrinter1216]

I can't believe you've never heard this! This generation of music is the best!

[@kingjon2274]

His voice was still so powerful. So perfect.

[@ronfinn9169]

Rolling Stone considered this one of the best songs ever recorded.

[@shirleymongold1201]

Procol Harum originally released this in 1967. The song Conquistador is also done at this concert and I think you would enjoy that also. Great band !!

[@ceebee491]

Conquistador is such a great song 🎵!

[@judyhuurman1237]

I was 17 when they original came out. Have been a fan ever since. Damn I'm old😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@jeanluney1362]

I cry every time I hear this song…not sure why. NOTHING today can touch it. THIS SONG IS MESMERIZING!

[@micheleharrison9006]

I agree. This song always makes me emotional 😢 I love it tho ♥️🌻

[@User-wollswoycegawage]

I've watched that version many times And it's the best And I'm going to watch yours again and your reaction

[@WhatIs7XSix]

Polo - I woke up this morning understanding this composition. And I remembered your reaction video and knew I had to add this comment to you. This piece, A Whiter Shade of Pale, is basically written as a cantata. A cantata is a classical piece often written for a liturgical (church) occasion, with the words being about the occasion, and the music being basically independent of the occaisional text. Gary Brooker obviously had an attraction to classical music and some sort of background in classical music. He wrote the music for Whiter Shade, said to be inspired by Bach (Bach cantatas = about 1707 - about 1748), independently of Keith Reid's lyrics, and sang the song from the late '60's - early 2000's. The song steeped in his creative being during that time until he was able to realize the creative vision he had had for it from the beginning. If you go back and listen to the original version from the sixties, and then listen to this version, you can feel the development of Brooker's musical idea over the 45 years between the versions. This 2006 version is Gary Brooker's MASTERPIECE - gestated over a lifetime - One man successful in his life long musical quest.

[@kareng4658]

This era of music was just magical!

[@maureenalder8905]

💯 agree

[@MN_Cozy]

Agree and didn’t know how lucky we were to be living with good music and good radio! 😊

[@davidpalmer7175]

It can never happen again, because it has already been done.

[@patdumont532]

and most of us had no idea that what we heard would stand the test of time in such a magificent way

[@dianedrzata9974]

Agree as well it was magical. Brings me back to the times of my youth. Music today will not ever compare to these and many other Artists . We had the Best Music and the Best of times. 67 here

[@walterhagelsteiniii7588]

Pure class that you let the entire song play before your analysis! This is a classic that touches everyone who grew up with this music. Thank you for your class in presenting this to a new generation. Great job!

[@Kimberliss42]

Exactly my thought...

[@debkennedy7371]

I was a freshman in high school when this song came out & we were reading Chaucer in English class - so the Miller told his tale.

[@stephaniefain1863]

I watch this video, and I can smell the dust and pine of our old barn, all the instruments, mike stands, amps, drums. I can hear the boys coming in to play, laughing and jostling each other. I was youngest, and the only girl, so, I was excluded for years, until they found out I could sing. By then, the era was almost over, and wives, jobs, children, adulting came along. A lot was wrong back then, but the music was always right.

[@kathleenkarsten156]

I was 10 yrs old when this came out. To this day, it remains one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard. It touches my heart in a way I can’t explain. I don’t even know what it’s about! 🤣🤣🤣 I never have. It’s doesn’t matter. It’s beautiful. ❤️❤️❤️

[@JBiggs54442]

Wow. Thanks for letting the music play.

[@steveszanto1581]

You know it’s great when you just watch it straight through without comment, just letting it move you. Such a great performance.

[@cheryljones6105]

I was feeling this song with. I love your feedback while listening to songs, but, I was with you, just letting thus one just play til the end. A whole vibe.

[@barblunty2329]

Conquistador is phenomenal by this artist. Enjoy.

[@api9727]

You are so right!

[@robertlangley1664]

There’s not much you can say after that performance it’s some up my generation taste in music and poetry a wonderful time to be young

[@anastasiamcvey6958]

Still gives me goosebumps when i hear this song. My teen years flash before me.

[@rickb4079]

Gary Brooker is timeless. RIP GARY. You will be missed. This is one of the most perfect songs ever written are performed. Check out the original with just the band and orchestra and you'll see what I'm talkin about. Beautiful song with a beautiful voice singing it.

[@mitchshelton2995]

Thank you for not stopping. This is the first time I’ve seen this version and you’ve found a group well worth listening to. Great job ❤️

[@karenmann918]

I agree. Thanks for not ruining one of the most beautiful songs ever done by pausing!!!!!!

[@carolinefriedman6625]

I couldn't agree more

[@Dol-pk2nn]

Singers fade away, but not the songs they wrote, their songs last forever .

[@robertlangley1664]

I suppose this song means everything to my generation and our happy times,when life was good and we were young and we thought we could change the world for the better?

[@GrimrDirge]

Once in a great while, things are perfect. This is one of those moments. Also wik, the Danish Symphony is apparently amazing. Also also wik, Pole I don't think you've ever been this quiet through a song.

[@georgelynch6139]

He never said a word

[@ceebee491]

Such a beautiful song

[@Ann-vi5ns]

Magnificent! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@davidg.sperry6525]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written.

[@stephaniefain1863]

It’s raining, and i have a metal roof. I need a shower. I havent eaten today. I can solve all those issues, easy, and get a nap in the rain. The critters are all sleeping already. I’m gonna listen to Polo do this song one more time, then go tend to my issues. A shower, and bbq ribs for me, and a nap in the rain.

[@kak2tnt]

One of our slow dance songs at our high school dances. Beautiful. I love this whole setting with the orchestra and outdoor concert. Magical.

[@carolynmcdaniel6254]

I was in college the.first time I heard that !!! Fell in love .still in love with it .❤❤❤❤❤

[@patvail6414]

I am new to your page and will definitely be staying. I am a 77 year old and have cancer. I cannot donate because my money has to go to staying alive but I love your reactions . You actually listen to the lyrics and make intelligent comments.

[@pauletteriddle3776]

Praying for you now!

[@xkr510]

Words fail…. Simply outstanding! I’ve listened to this thousands of times and it never gets old. It brings shivers. Amazing

[@nottmsteve]

If that's not a MASTERPIECE, i really don't know what is......WOW. Never tire of listening to this and watching the youngsters reactions

[@VeteranHedonist]

Good on you for not stopping the song every minute to do a commentary. It's weird how i like watching other people listening to great classics for the first time. Peace ✌️

[@alisonmeeks5580]

Thank you for just letting it all soak in uninterrupted. What an epic performance.

[@johnryan6088]

The moment this song came on the radio while driving towards the New Jersey shore back in 1967 I was compelled to pull over and just listen... spellbound. It effects me almost the same way but this time, 56 years later , a life time of memories come rushing back . It's profound and only music past and present can produce these emotions .

[@oldguyespo640]

I always thought Gary had one of the best vocal voices in rock and as he got older it only got better. Glad you listened to it uninterrupted, it would have broken the magic spell. For a 55 year old song, it still stands the test of time...RIP Gary, we really miss you....

[@deniseriley6622]

An Epic song 🎵 Released in 1967 I was born in 1972 and I love this song. Gary Brooker had an amazing voice.

[@greg2976]

I was born in 59. Loved this song as a young boy growing up! Brings back great childhood memories!!!!

[@sumone124]

Same year I was born.

[@MelodyMan69]

Thanks for re-visiting this memorable song. I enjoyed your reactions, hence your finger OFF the pause button. I remember the original version about 50 years ago and was thrilled that Procol Harum Gary Brooker, still has the melody so right just a bit slower (like me). Cheers.

[@lindanorris2455]

mr. polo: your eyes narrow and you slightly shake your head when you become uttelry amazed. It's very beautiful to see these silent reactions.

[@LindaPixie]

Now.....thats what i call music !

[@ChuckHackney]

Some thoughts: this is a SIXTIES SONG!!!! It shows that rock n' roll and symphonic music are a match made in heaven; Gary's voice didn't miss a beat in 50 plus years. THIS IS REAL MUSIC, WHAT MUSIC IS SUPPOSED TO BE!!!!!!!!!! One of the most beautiful live performances of all time. Of all time!!!!

[@trishboyd-reininger950]

I was about 16 (1976) when I first heard Procol Harem's music. This was an absolutely beautiful presentation. The dream of many Bands is to play with a full orchestra, this was so lovely 🥰🙏

[@stevehouser6886]

Great song from my childhood!!! RIP Gary Well done Polo

[@petermorgan5303]

Fantastic performance. No autotune. No fancy costumes. Just pure talent by all involved. Love it

[@hongfang2348]

Whiter Shade of Pale was a mega hit during the summer of love, 1967. The original song did not have the orchestra but it's a magnificent song.

[@carolanestanley4030]

How well I remember!

[@barbarazangara8051]

Snippets of Chauser’s ‘Canterbury Tales’ and JS Bach! ….as the Miller told his tale…

[@randyrogers2036]

I grew up listening to this song, one of my all time favorites, but this performance is by far the best version of it. I have watched it many, many times on KZbin.

[@stephaniefain1863]

Ok. I’m going to say it, and hope it isn’t racist. I’m an old white woman. All my favorite reaction content creators are young black folks. You kids have one thing in common. The organ plays, and the smile is always contagious.

[@judithoden]

I am an old white woman too. Love these videos. They bring back great memories. So nice to see the younger generation enjoying.❤

[@battlebros6914]

This is such a beautiful version of this song. your reaction was wonderful, you looked so transfixed❤

[@jeanluney1362]

THIS song is mesmerizing and STILl brings tears to my eyes…I am not sure why.

[@Connie854]

My husband and I just had a lovely evening listing to your songs and commentary. We just went from one to another. Listening to music of our times, now heard thru new ears with you. Thank you. It was delightful. We are 70 years old.. We grew up with many of the artists. Connie and Vince

[@daveplummer4301]

My man was feeling it. Didn't even pause once.

[@docvega5465]

Gary was really beltin out that day!

[@albertchambers1307]

The creator of this piece stated that it was basically an attempt to make a musical version of a Dali painting... .

[@mariahall5914]

I still get cold shivers when I hear this.... totally magical.

[@deanarjones9114]

A favorite my whole life. This is the best performance in my opinion. His voice, the band, the orchestra all sound amazing. Just beautifully done

[@Wade-LS1]

First time I heard this song was 1982 I was 16 then and i was driving my brother to work and would go back and pick him up after his shift was over at 11pm. I remember so well asking him that day what was the name of this song, I can remember the road and town.He was born in 1959 and passed on Mother’s Day 2020 from cancer. Every time I hear this song I think of him, I love you Randy.

[@jerrybrooks4717]

Song for history

[@caraanam2744]

I always love to watch the reactions of the different viewers. In my opinion is this a piece which connects heaven and earth. There are so many viewers who do not feel this extraordinary wonderful piece of music. They stop several times in in middle and talk and talk and talk. That shows me that they are not really able to feel the music. You was able to feel. I appreciate that. Thanks

[@sunshinegirl1217]

I was 9 years old when this came out and 57 years later it sounds as beautiful as it did then. Simply ageless.

[@katiebug674]

RIP Gary Booker you are so missed!!!!!!

[@ernestkeen4554]

good reaction and thanks for letting it play right through and give your opinion glad you enjoyed it i remember the original version but this was a master class and anyone would be hard pushed to improve on it this is from a grandad in somerset england very best wishes

[@neillenet291]

Absolutely gorgeous version of a beautiful song.

[@pauljones2857]

So much great music came out of the 60s and 70s and the black community never got to hear the best of the best the funny are sitting in opening up to the best of times

[@lindanorris2455]

BONE CHILLING!

[@melissaechols7521]

This song always makes me want to cry 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@joyce99999]

Btw, this song was one of John Lennon’s all time fav songs! He had a regular 45 record player (yes, turntable, needle and all!) installed in his car so he could listen to records while being driven around. He used to routinely put on this song, “Whiter Shade of Pale”, and instruct his driver to turn up the volume all the way, and repeatedly play this song, while they drove around and around, with all of the windows down! He loved it! Honestly, I used to do the very same thing any time that song came on the radio….i would turn it up to full volume, roll down all of the windows, and circle around wherever I was until the song was over (I did not have a record player in my car like John did, so I could not repeat it, but I did this automatically, without thinking about it, and way before I found out John did the same thing I was doing, only repeated, and with a record player, which I didn’t have, but I did have some serious great car speakers!! ❤ Also, I saw the singer of the group, Procol Harum, this guy, “live”, with Ringo and his All Starr Band in Berkeley, CA, near the UC Berkeley campus! It was magical! He played and sang this song, and he was excellent! He sounded just like the record! Awesome! I will never forget it!! ❤

[@paulalascola6714]

That is a timeless piece love it RIP

[@benandemmasmom]

Beyond goosebumps for a song I've loved for years. Orchestra is amazing

[@benandemmasmom]

And you show it such respect

[@susankloeckner6995]

I love this live version of A Whiter Shade of Pale, I am so glad you chose this song. So beautiful !

[@cindipossidento5688]

Yup my era had the best music !!!! Kinda wish we could go back and take you all there !!!!!!! 😘

[@jmhndrx6329]

I was about 10 years old growing up in Italy when this song came out and blew my mind the first time I heard it, even if I did not understand the words, did not speak English then, the music did it, especially the organ part.One has to go back in that time to understand how beautiful, new and original the sound was, it has lived in me for all these years and every time I hear it my soul soars to new heights.I suggest you listen to the original track, it will blow your mind.

[@maryarawson7921]

I remember hearing this song in 1967 when I was 15. Great song.

[@BluegrassMark]

Great song man. RIP Gary. If you enjoyed this bro, you will need to check out "The Moody Blues - Nights in White Satin". There is an incredible version with full orchestra.

[@BenjaminVanpelt]

You need to watch nights in white satin by Moody Blues, the symphony orchestra concert. Amazing

[@Kimberliss42]

I don't know if I've watched that.. I'll look for it..

[@stephenhuber1219]

A Salty Dog and Conquistador same show is a must see

[@rcelski3891]

POLO REACTS, Is doing a great job letting the song simmer AND NOT INTERRUPTING like everyone else, thanks again for this video

[@joannefairhead2403]

I was in high school when this sing came out. I still go into a trance when I hear it. I love it. Thank you for playing it. 🇨🇦 🍁

[@tjrivers]

It’s a masterpiece and a total gift to us all…

[@michaelblaney4461]

One of my favorite songs ever ......