Professional Opera Singer Reaction & Vocal ANALYSIS | Dimash & Placido | The Pearl Fishers Duet

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⏰ Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
2:11 - Reaction & Analysis
42:31 - Outro

[@PeterBarber]

Are you guys ready to get deep into the nitty gritty of operatic technique? I sure hope so! I may come across as overly detailed in my commentary during some parts of this video, but this is merely to point out the minor differences between a singer like Dimash, who has mastered many styles of singing, and a singer who has dedicated all their training to opera. Also to point out the difference in expectations between an operatic tenor in their prime, and Placido, one of the greatest operatic tenors in history who has simply passed his prime as a singer. In this video, I hold Placido and Dimash to a high standard because they’re performing traditional operatic repertoire, but I continually acknowledge the conditions: Last-minute preparation, Placido being in his 80s, Dimash not strictly being an opera singer, and all the rest. You all surely know by now that I believe Dimash to be one of the greatest singers alive. I have so much admiration for both of them, so try to view this more as a music lesson than anything else - that’s always how I intend my videos to be received. Much love to these singers and to all of you for the support!

[@EllaSilentDragon]

Happy that you did this analysis ❤😊 And thank you for the warning! 😅 You might still get criticism for criticizing Dimash and Domingo (If that’s what will happen. 😂) I might even join the mob myself. 😜 Even if I will also be grateful for your explanations! ❤😘 Such things happen, when the overwhelming love for Dimash clashes with the love for learning and the love for your channel.😅😉

[@Snarky_Tart]

Thanks for the honest warning, Peter. Placido Domingo is 83-years-old and Dimash isn't an opera singer; neither of them should be held to the same standard of, say, Vittorio Grigolo or Jonas Kaufmann. For those wanting professional reactions to this performance, I'd suggest Niall Morris (Bangkok Vocal Coach), the Grammy-nominated opera tenor, who has performed the same role as Dimash is singing here, dozens of times in concert halls around the world. I'm going to skip this one, Peter, but I'll see you on the next one.

[@christine4109]

I'm looking forward to your reaction, but it sounds like you will be in hot water. I do think your approach is too rigid. A normal opera singer would have practiced this song since they were in school and practiced it for weeks before the show. Placido and Dimash had one day to prepare for it since Placido suggested to Dimash that they would sing something together when they met as judges in a talent contest. Placido has sung it thousand times but he is 83 years old now. Dimash does not sing opera but classical crossover. Dimash keeps the same approach, using whatever techniques he sees appropriate to sing the song while still respecting its roots. Why would you hold them to a very high standard of professional operatic singing?

[@EllanaTs]

⁠@@Snarky_Tart I agree with your comment 100%! I am actually surprised Peter decided to react to this duet. Placido’s voice was sublime in his prime, and Dimash is not an opera singer, as you stated. I enjoy the duet for the harmonies both of them created and the beauty of Dimash’s voice.

[@PeterBarber]

@@christine4109 Hi Christine, it's probably best not to assume exactly what I say in a 45-minute analysis before listening to it. I am extremely respectful to all the conditions that came along with this performance: the last-minute preparation, Placido being past his prime as a singer, Dimash not strictly being an opera singer, all of it. If listeners take a second before having a knee-jerk reaction to my commentary, it will come across as reasonable, thoughtful, and insightful. If listeners blow up with anger the moment I say Dimash's operatic technique isn't perfect, then I'm sorry for those people, for they are missing out on some very interesting and varying opinions in life.

[@annealappel3116]

As french, i have to say that i don't understand opéra singers even when they are french 😂

[@marywebster2488]

😂

[@EllaSilentDragon]

And I don’t understand German opera, even though that’s my language 😂😅

[@gracetrespeses2141]

😅😅😅

[@gracetrespeses2141]

And I don't understand half of the time when American singers sing when I speak primarily English and live in the US. Hahaha...So I don't care how Dimash pronounces words outside his native tongue. 😂😅😂😅

[@user-hg5fp4eu5z]

Lo importante es que impresionó❤❤

[@janetlawson4482]

One day of rehearsal, I consider this a beautiful performance and I tend to consider myself an opera snob. I shared this with my mother, who isn’t a fan of Dimash’s high range, she would prefer him to stay in this range, and she’s definitely an opera snob, having been offered a full scholarship to Juilliard . She said that this was beautiful, which absolutely stunned me, of course I agree. Considering this entire situation occurred because Maestro Domingo had invited Dimash to participate and he wanted to sing with Dimash, to me this is the greatest compliment.

[@kriknut1]

I wish I could say the same about my mother. Well, it's the same, except her comment was a short "I've heard better". No recognition at all

[@janetlawson4482]

@@kriknut1 I think that I, for some unknown reason, had the need of others to get the same benefit as I have from listening to Dimash, or maybe justifying his voices impact on me. But at this point, realizing how many people are impacted, by fantastic opera singers, vocal coaches and standard listeners, while I would like to have the commonality with my mother on this, I don’t need her approval or justification. Dimash’s voice and vocal skills impressed Placido Domingo, if that’s not enough, I feel like people simply want to be negative or argumentative.

[@kriknut1]

@@janetlawson4482 yes, and that is great. I feel so proud of him. But I wish that someone close to me would appreciate him at least a little. I really don't know why, but their ignorance is hurting my feelings

[@janetlawson4482]

@@kriknut1 I feel blessed that we are touched by his voice and those who are deliberately shutting him out, just lose out. It’s sad for them, but they are making that choice. I believe that we all want to share our experience with others, but I have virtually given up on that, unfortunately.

[@johnojvind7641]

This piece is standard repertoire for someone whu studied classical sining, so he must have tried it before but failed that time as well.

[@sholpantabaeva]

В этом дуэте можно искать и находить недостатки, как и в любом другом исполнении. Наверняка есть исполнения этого произведения, более соответствующие канонам оперного пения. Но эти двое в принципе не вписываются в какие либо каноны, они стоят особняком в мире вокального искусства, ломают стереотипы. И самое важное, что они сделали в своей интерпретации этого произведения , прославляющего настоящую мужскую дружбу , это то, что они смогли передать его дух, что удается далеко не всем. Пласидо Доминго и Димаша разделяют более 50 лет , они представители разных народов и культур, они выступают в разных вокальных жанрах, но с каким уважением и предупредительностью они относятся друг к другу ! И это в конечном итоге самое главное: они верно передают дух, смысл этой арии, оперы! Я смотрела этот дуэт в исполнении потрясающих Дмитрия Хворостовского и Ионаса Кауфмана и, несмотря на их оперное великолепие , тот дуэт мне понравился меньше , так как эти певцы на сцене не дружат , а соперничают.

[@user-bz7sp1pi3r]

Pieknie to powiedziałeś bravo.

[@raisakim2769]

👏👏👏👍👍👍

[@Natali98061]

Именно! В этом был весь смысл их совместного выступления на этом конкурсе, где каждый из них был судьёй. И это не помешало им быть настолько естественными и уважительными друг к другу, к аудитории и к Бизе

[@Natali98061]

На самом деле, другие исполнения скучны и слишком академичны, они интересны лишь узкому кругу специалистов и экспертов

[@user-Kiwi49]

Peter, these are not judges of professional opera, this is the judging panel of the Virtuosos Talent Show, and Dimash and Placido are part of that panel. This performance was just icing on the cake of a wonderful talent show of YOUNG classical musicians.

[@berenicedavey7407]

Well said!!!!!!

[@robincosta8973]

OMG Peter, you are so brave to tackle this performance. Thank you for your honest critique. This performance did have a minimum amount of time for rehearsal, but was a rare chance for one of Dimash's childhood dreams to come true. Despite each of their limitations, we Dears still loved hearing these two icons perform together.

[@user-gx6fu6ry4o]

Ждала вашей реакции на это выступление . Не переживайте за свою критику , потому что другие оперные певцы критиковали ещё хуже 😂. Но все они признавали что Димаш мог бы стать оперным певцом мирового уровня. Но Димашу это не нужно , он уже и так певец мирового уровня и имеет миллионы фанатов, которые ни за что не отпустят его в оперу 😂. Димаш вышел петь без бабочки , с расстегнутым воротником рубашки, чтоб подчеркнуть,что это дружеское пение , а не профессиональное выступление . Димаш ради Плассидо Доминго вышел из своей зоны комфорта и играл на чужом поле , но какой у Димаша сочный , сладкий , молодой голос , который как будто качает тебя на теплых волнах моря.😊

[@raisakim2769]

Елена,как точно и красиво Вы написали,спасибо !!!

[@tencoch1053]

Bonjour, j'apprécie beaucoup vos remarques concernant l'opéra. C'est toujours intéressant de apprendre quelque chose de nouveau... J'ai honnêtement eu un grand plaisir de écouter er regarder ce duet de Dimash et Placido Domingo. La voix de Dimash est juste magnifique, si claire, très lumineuse et puissante, celle de Domingo m'impressionne, car chanter comme lui à 83 ans, bravo.. En faite c'est incroyable que grâce à Dimash on peux voyager à travers des genres musicaux très différents , c'est amusant et enrichissant. Aussi je trouve que chanter une chanson en français est très difficile car pour non francophone la longue francaise n'est pas très facile à lire et prononcer, beaucoup de nuances que des autres longues européennes comme anglais ou allemand n'ont pas par exemple. Pour pouvoir juste lire la longue française et prononcer correctement il faut avoir un bon professeur et certainement beaucoup plus du temp que juste quelques jours... Néanmoins, ne pas comprendre tous les mots dans un genre comme l'opéra ne me dérange pas du tout! Personnellement j'ai pris un grand plaisir de écouter ce duet! Voir une personne réaliser son rêve d'enfant de chanter avec grand Domingo est très touchant en même temps... Merci beaucoup à Dimash Qudaibergen et Placido Domingo pour leurs talents, leurs amitié, merci de nous faire vivre ce moment spéciale !

[@helgaogmundardottir1193]

Beautifully said! Yes, to see and hear them together is wonderful, something we who admire both of them thought would only be a dream! And to sing this beautiful duet is a dream come true. I think Domingo is brave to sing this with a young man with a voice like Dimash and it's humbling to see how Dimash manages to sing with a man decades older than he is, with a voice long past its prime, without overwhelming him, but supporting and allowing dignified space to his idol. A once in a lifetime performance we Dears will never forget!

[@gloriadasilva3677]

Thank you Peter for your nitpicking. You don’t lower your standards and we respect you for that. Granted that this was not a perfect opera performance one has to understand that both men went in knowing this fact. One day is not enough for preparation. However this opportunity of Dimash singing with one of his idols was grabbed and they informally performed in a friendly environment just for the moment in History. Later this was shared with Dimash’s Dears who quickly brought this piece to 1 million views. We just loved it and admired the bravery and the collaboration. The sound was great to us and as usually we don’t really care about the language Dimash sings in. ❤

[@beatrizgarcia734]

Me gustaría ver a más de uno cantar en kazajo.

[@raisakim2769]

👏👏👏

[@bonnarlunda]

Exactly my thought. There are so many more layers to this performance than just two guys singing before an audience. The whys overshadow the hows.

[@ylecab]

Yo no respeto a este hombre, los que saben cantan, los demás critican por KZbin. Dimash es un joven y excepcional talento, esto fue un performance que hicieron de algo "entre ellos" y dado quienes son los personajes, trascendió. Pero por favor, este hombre que no se dónde ha cantado una aria de dónde le sale que él pueda criticar tan peyorativamente a Domingo. O sea, un tenor con el récord guiness del aplauso más largo del mundo, cuestionado por un desconocido? No puedo creer que le agradezcan nada.

[@dionnedevillierssmith9582]

Hi Peter, I grew up listening to Opera, and your points are all valid. Dimash is not an Opera singer, and Maestro Domingo is very much past his prime. But this is a Moment which transcends the wonky pronunciation and forgetting the words. This is mutual respect and acknowledgment of each other. And because of that, I love this. This was my mother’s favorite piece, and I’ve heard it performed correctly and beautifully, but I love the energy of these two men ❤

[@debbiepenny465]

Thank you for your kind thoughts toward Dimash, and Master Domingo. Peter was kind, albeit a little PICKY toward two men who came together out of great and mutual respect. We all understand, Peter, that Domingo is old, and Dimash is not a seasoned Opera singer, so….. I appreciate your kindness. 💗👍

[@floA5]

C'est interessant d'écouter votre analyse professionnelle. Ce duo a été a l'initiative de Placido ,parce que Dimash lui a dit qu'il l'admirait depuis tout petit et que c'etait un rêve de chanter avec lui. Donc ,c'est ce qui est arrivé et cela a donné un duo qui a ravi tous les non amateurs de ,classique et même certains qui font du classique.Nous n'avions pas besoin de perfection,seulement le plaisir de les écouter,meme si le francais n'etait pas parfait,quelle importance.Cela sonnait agréable aux oreilles. Et puis Dimash n'est pas un chanteur d'opera et tant mieux car on serait passé à côté de son genie musical et Placido à 83 ans tient le choc,ce qui est en soit incroyable.🙏🙏

[@ylecab]

Pero profesional en qué? En qué opera canta él? Cómo va a llamar muerto a Domingo si seguro aún canta mejor que él? Por favoooor, ese señor es un desconocido, más bien le estamos dando demasiado reconocimiento. Respecto a Dimash, debe ser que él maneja más octavas y que es políglota.

[@Gokash4672]

Well said!❤️🇨🇦

[@berglz454]

Bravo! well said

[@valy5430]

My ignorance serves me well in this case because all I hear is beauty.

[@irenevassileva5586]

Knowing what a perfectionist Dimash is, his "soons" often last almost a year, singing with Domingo completely unprepared must have been a big challenge for him. He hadn't sung arias since he graduated from college at nineteen, and he might never have sung this duet, but how could he say no to a dream come true. And so, despite all the obstacles they had to overcome, they did wonderfully. Thank you for the competent analysis, Peter❤😊

[@Watchamacallit000]

He was sick around 2 weeks prior and still coughing at the time of the recording. His college coach teaches all his students the Strelnikova Breathing system. So that's how he solved the problem of the persistent cough.

[@jillfield3102]

Very interesting thank you.🇬🇧

[@kriknut1]

Thanks for this info. I have to find out more about that.

[@florencediaz7713]

@3:35- before he became world-famous, the Kazakh Astana Opera guaranteed Dimash a position. He turned it down to pursue what he refers to as neo-classical music. Based on interviews he did not want to be limited by the strict bounds of opera; instead he chose a direction where he can explore the limits of his capabilities and creativity. I am glad he did, because now everyone can enjoy Dimash’s once in a lifetime gargantuan talent.

[@paublaramirez7704]

Concuerdo absolutamente.. ❤

[@angeliareyes3111]

Gracias a Dios 😊

[@johnojvind7641]

Astana offered him a place as a student in a Baroque opera class. A position any voice student can apply for, including Justin Bieber. Not more dramatic than that.

[@angeliareyes3111]

​@@johnojvind7641 Justin Bieber es licenciado en clásico ? Voz bel canto como Dimash ? 😂😂😂😂

[@johnojvind7641]

@@angeliareyes3111 Justin refused Baroque opera as well 🤣.

[@getaiftodie]

Dimash is unique . Glad he did not chose to sing opera only. His talent and charisma are unmatchable. Thank you for the reaction. All the best.

[@tneff3845]

Can you imagine, with Maester Domingo’s near middle age son, and all those who feel protective of the elderly legend, who is a big part of the Virtuoso” contest, watching and even trusting Dimash to sing with with the legend, Placido Domingo?

[@brendaguerin5423]

@@tneff3845 ????

[@shelbychesnut99]

This was a dream come true for Dimash. He shared that, at the age of 5, he had a VHC of a concert of Maestro Domingo and dreamed of meeting and working with him. I am sure that Dimash appreciated the opportunity to be a judge in the Virtuoso program at the invitation of Maestro Domingo. The Virtuoso program supports young classical artists. We will be here to support Dimash as he reaches for all his dreams.

[@dalanmanbros8311]

Not only for Dimash. There's an interview with Maestro Domingo where he relates how he came to learn about Dimash - and to become an immediate fan: His grandson came running into the room with his phone in hand, excited, saying, "Grandpa, you must listen to this singer!" After watching, Placido not only wanted to meet Dimash , but also to sing a duet with him.

[@elsaburlaka3301]

Вы правы-придираетесь! Выучить партитуру за ночь,сделать одну репетицию,конечно будут какие-то огрехи в произношении/никто не жаловался/.А нам все отлично!Извините,мое личное мнение. Вам спасибо за реакцию.

[@aizhan-66.]

Поддерживаю вас.

[@ceceadnan7062]

Couldn't agree more

[@user-hg5fp4eu5z]

👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@user-lf3ty2nl1w]

Специалисты выяснили,что это древний французский с элементами испанского,поэтому многие не могли его понять

[@OperaJH]

So what? What Peter says is correct. Those little things are what Dimash would have to adjust v to be singing in true opera mode. Very slight changes, is what Peter says, that would clear the pathway to being an OPERA superstar as opposed to what Dimash is now: a pop star with an amazing range.

[@debbiepenny465]

Peter, I appreciate your kindness toward both men, in your initial comment. You are extremely talented, and are a very learned person. I think you may have belabored the point, and I think even you were uncomfortable. While I understand your love of Opera, and the technical knowledge, but these were 2 men who greatly admire each other, and it was truly an honor for both of them. I think I would have enjoyed your critique more, without all the repetitive emphasis on their imperfect vowels, pronunciation, and breathing. This is all said, with all due respect to your vast knowledge. Both of these men have given their lives to music, and to the betterment of those around them. Both are Masters in their own right, and are worthy of respect and admiration.

[@berenicedavey7407]

Yes he had a day to learn it. This is not unusual for Dimash. When arrived in Arminia for his concert, he was asked to sing an Armenian folk song. He said he'd try. He had one day. He sang a most beautiful arminion song beautifully - not only learning the song but to learn how to pronounce it, he had never sung in arminion b4. A remarkable young man!!! No deffinately - he had never spoken arminion, nor sung anything. As I said, the arminion dears asked him prob in the meeting he does with Dears attending the concert. Sorry this last paragraph is in reply to comment made below my original comment. Just tght I'd clarify that.

[@Watchamacallit000]

I'm sure he knew this piece from before. He studied classical for four years and this is a very well-known piece

[@slavadamer1128]

​@@Watchamacallit000but it doesn't mean he has to be fluent in french pronunciation

[@Watchamacallit000]

@@slavadamer1128 I was referring to learning the song, which he already knew. That's why they chose it. I'm not commenting on the pronunciation. Peter is the one who was so hung up on it that it felt like a language class

[@debbiemorgan859]

@@Watchamacallit000 actually Dimash already told the story of the Armenian song at the meet and greet after the concert. They were supposed to be performing a different song but Dimash heard this song two hours before the concert and they switched songs. Just because it's a "famous song" in Armenia doesn't mean that Dimash had necessarily heard it before or was familiar with it.

[@user-hg5fp4eu5z]

No va a conocer toooodas las piezas líricas y además hace mucho tiempo. Bastante hace con cantar en otros idiomas. Hay que quitarse el sombrero ante él.

[@jooliveirabrasil5672]

Placido is director and conductor of the "Virtuosos" program in Budapest, and Dimash was invited by him to be part of the jury that encourages children and young artists. Those you saw are judges on this program, just like Dimash. And, yes, Dimash was recovering from the flu, in the video of their meeting Dimash was coughing and as Placido spoke he respectfully walked away. The meeting between them was hilarious, Placido was so excited about Dimash that he didn't give him time to speak and immediately invited him to do this duet. What matters to us is not the technique and correctness of the words in French but the meeting of two giants, two souls in love with music and the feeling that unites them. For us it was a great and wonderful event. and with all respect and admiration for Mr. Placido a living legend of opera.

[@user-gk8zx3ne5w]

Согласна с вами!

[@yuenkoi]

Wow we love Dimash so much ❤❤❤❤

[@janejdough2230]

Thank you. You explained the scenario so well.

[@Chronograph71]

Couldn't agree more! Thank you!

[@jooliveirabrasil5672]

@@Chronograph71 I am grateful for your consideration. Dear!!

[@michaelbradley7529]

Dimash and Placido are also judges in this competition show. This is a performance they did for the other judges (and of course for the show). At the end you'll see two empty seats at the judges table, that's where Dimash and Placido would be sitting.

[@oryzhkova1]

Дімаш привертає увагу широкої аудіторії до оперного мистецтва. Багато з його шанувальників раніше за все своє життя не промовляли слово "опера". Він популяризує прекрасне мистецтво, яке несправедливо забувається. Тому він вірно зробив свій вибір на користь популярної музики, щоб нести як сучасне так і класичне мистецтво співу.

[@tneff3845]

Can you imagine the pressure of singing with and being very aware of vulnerabilities of Maestro Domingo at his grandfatherly age. I respect Dimash for holding back, respectfully.

[@howardmarkert8150]

The setting of this pairing is that both Placido and Dimash are judges of this TV competition show for young classical musicians in Hungary ( Virtuosos 4+); and at their first meeting before filming of the show Placido asked Dimash to sing with him because his grandson had shown him videos of DImash performing. kzbin.info/www/bejne/imPUd3hplq6DZ7M It is also true that Dimish was sick in the weeks leading up to this duet which is why they only had one day to rehearse together. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKOUmoxtp7eEbac So Dimish had less than one week to learn the music and lyrics and just one day to rehearse and practice while coming back to form from a cold. The only audience to this performance were the TV cameras and the other judges sitting in the houses sweet spot about 5 rows back from the stage the microphones where for the TV production while the singers knowing that the audience was only 5 rows back added more intimacy to the performance than had there been a full house to perform too. Impressive on both parts.

[@debbiemorgan859]

I don't think he had flu but he'd had a constant hacking cough since Serbia, he wasn't aware that he had to do a duet with Placido Domingo until he met him at the Opera House the day before, that's definitely true.

[@Lou16.]

Whilst they only met the day before and Placido mentioned that they would duet the next day, it is highly unlikely that the duet wouldn’t have been planned in advance.

[@debbiemorgan859]

@@Lou16. We've actually been told by one of the Hungarian Dears who spoke to the producer of The Virtuosos. The duet wasn't planned, Placido sprang it on Dimash when they met.

[@irenevassileva5586]

​@@Lou16.Well, that was later in their meeting. The duet was already agreed upon. Domingo surprising Dimash with an offer to sing a duet was earlier. Footage of both on KZbin 😊

[@irenevassileva5586]

Yes! You can find footage of this on KZbin. We've seen Dimash performing many times with severe colds and fever, he knows how to best control his voice in such cases and keep his cords from breaking, that's Dimash, professional as always, in his impromptus too.

[@Lou16.]

@@debbiemorgan859 really I haven’t seen that anywhere, do you have a link?

[@BH-sn7ws]

Dimash was classically trained from age 5. He has a masters degree in music. He turned down a position at the local opera house and he turned them down to sing what he calls neo- classical music. Placido knows that he’s pass his prime. He met Dimash at the Virtuosos competition, both were judges. Placido was introduced to Dimash’s music by his 18 year old grandson. When he met Dimash he was very excited and he was the one who suggested a duet between them. Dimash was happy because Placido was one of is idols. This is a dream come true to Dimash. It was not expected. Dimash still has a vocal coach and he practices 3 hours a day when he can. Placido is 82 years old and Dimash is going to be 30 in May.Dimash has be flying a lot between Europe and Asia going to different functions he’s been invited to. I don’t think Dimash cares how efficient Placido is. I’m sure he’s happy to be able to sing with Placido. One of Dimash’s favorite songs is in French, “S.O.S.”

[@kriknut1]

Dimash went to a music school from the age of five and he was studying piano and singing. According to his vocal teacher in high school, Marat, he started his training in classical singing when he was 15. He started his studies at university at the age of 19. He got his bachelor in contemporary music (pop and jazz) and master degree in composition. He is still working on his PhD

[@ordinaryvalley]

Placido was totally fanboying over Dimash backstage :)) They were really sweet. And Dimash continues to grow and amaze us every passing year...

[@debbiemorgan859]

His excitement at meeting Dimash was incredible to see, especially when you would have thought it would be the other way around but Dimash just accepted the praise with his usual calm gracious manner.

[@josephanna9349]

Placido was sooo sweet. He did what all grandparents do when they get nervous and excited and want to talk about something but don t know about what topic: they talk about their grandchildren. 😂❤ just so cute.

[@mikepost8965]

Respect to Dimash for agreeing to sing this and add something wonderful to entertain during the competition. I'm sure Dimash was aware of his limitations but happy to contribute to the enjoyment of the evening and to that of Placido himself. You really have to admire his spirit.

[@helenatenenbaum3580]

I think Dimash would love your reaction - he loves to perfect himself and you give such a professional and minute corrections in the most respectful of ways. ❤

[@debbiemorgan859]

He probably watched it over and over again with that same frown he watched Autumn Strong with.

[@Pathd89]

HAHAHA pretty sure he did

[@silviasabato4762]

Wonderful and emotional duet , bravo maestro Domingo and maestro Dimash ❤❤❤

[@user-oq1xo4jc5g]

Вот интересно, а как бы этот товарищ спел на венгерском или чешском языках или на казахском языке. В конце концов мне все равно какой акцент у Димаша и насколько изменился голос Пласидо Доминго в его 83 года. Но этот дуэт войдет в певческую историю как встреча двух поколение.

[@mq_geociencias]

El dúo de Dimash y Plácido Domingo fue hermoso. Marcó un bello momento para el programa Virtuosos y una gran alegría para quienes seguimos a Dimash y valoramos la verdadera música. En cuanto a la información de este video análisis, comento lo siguiente: 1. Plácido Domingo le propuso a Dimash, realizar un dúo juntos, en el contexto de reunirse como jueces para el programa Virtuosos, donde compiten talentos jóvenes. 2. Tuvieron muy poco tiempo de ensayo, pero independiente de aquello, su dúo deleitó nuestros corazones. 3. Se entendió que Dimash podría estar resfriado, ya que en un vídeo previo se le escucha toser. 4. Si bien en la pronunciación del francés hay detalles en ambos (entiendo francés), no creo que debamos ser tan estrictos. El resultado final es regalar un momento extraordinario al público, con gran talento y profesionalismo. 5. Oportunidades de escuchar un dúo como este, es algo único. Valoremos la música, la entrega de los dos cantantes y la felicidad que aquello provoca. 💝🌸🌺 6. En el mismo contexto, también se presentaron como grupo los jueces: Erika Miklosa, Elina Nechayeva, Plácido Domingo Jr y Dimash, junto a Amelia Anisovych de 9 años. Interpretaron "Heal the World". 7. Paz y amor para todos. 💖💝🌸🌼⚘️💫✨️🇨🇱

[@dayanamendoza2302]

Suscribo totalmente sus comentarios, más allá de los aspectos técnicos y de pronunciación del Francés que puedan haber, lo importante es disfrutar un momento extraordinario e histórico y darle el valor de entrega y profesionalismo. Además, para ambos es un sueño cumplido por admiración mutua. No era necesario un análisis técnico tan estricto. Saludos desde Venezuela 🇻🇪

[@liliajoa3721]

Sin jactarme de inteligente y de gran conocimiento en tecnicismo lírico, considero que la interpretación que nos regalaron Placido y nuestro príncipe Kazajo, endulzaron nuestros corazones y oídos. Feliz estará Dimash el poder cantar sin proponérselo con uno de sus ídolos. Si Dimash está feliz por cumplir su sueño, pues nosotros también!!! 🌺🌺💖💖 Bien por Dimash!!!

[@elenarubio2281]

I have been waiting for your reaction to this duet. Thank you for being objective and respectful at the same time. I love Dimash and I appreciate your professional comments.

[@PedroFernandez-rw7gn]

Thank you Peter! No one improves anything with only smiles and good gestures...I think yours is the kind or analysis Dimash would love to hear. For us, consumers of music, this post is a masterclass.

[@RutaArcanaTV]

Hi, Peter! I ignore the Dimash's pronunciation because I recognize the enormous differences between his native language and French (previously he has only sung SOS in that language), in addition to the minimal time they had to prepare this presentation. Domingo was in his "comfort zone", Dimash was not, and yet he did it musically excellent! Si, in my opinion, Dimash remains the best singer and performer of our time!

[@hellene7240]

I am so glad Dimash is not bound to one genre because he touches the heart even when he mispronounced languages 😂😂😂❤❤

[@ceciliamantillaacosta7380]

El mejor comentario de todos 😂❤

[@jazz180703]

I like your comment

[@user-yp8mc3iy7u]

На сколько я знаю, Пласидо Доминго предложил Димашу спеть с ним эту партию, время для изучения этого произведения дано было 1 вечер. И ко всему у Димаша была простуда и кашель. Учтите эти обстоятельства.

[@YayaKto5]

Appreciate your detailed analysis. Thanks! I don’t listen to opera. Dimash is reason I have watched this performance multiple times plus many reactions. Another impact of Dimash… introducing many to Opera.

[@vivasmellin9373]

Placedo is 83 and the two of them are just having a great time singing together.They respect each other a lot

[@melanezoe]

I have been awaiting this analysis eagerly. I watched the entire Virtuso 4 competition (Dimash was a judge, along with Placido, Placido Jr., Hauser, and more). Placido invited Dimash to do this performance. He was battling a cough that you could see when he would comment on some performer or another. 😅 while he has performed in French, and you can see him improve on SOS over the years, he doesn’t really speak the language. This duet was new to him, but he did get a rehearsal.

[@user-xt7kf5ph4g]

When he and Plácido met a few days (1 day?) before he may have had sniffles. Saw him coughing and covering his mouth. Not full fledged flu.

[@debbiemorgan859]

He had that cough from the Karic Brothers award right up to China. I'm glad he had a couple of months off to recuperate. He looked completely back to normal by the time he arrived in Istanbul for the press conference.

[@berglz454]

The beautiful and very VALUABLE thing about this performance is that; 1st, French is not his first language; 2nd, he had ONE day to learn it Because he was not going to lose this opportunity to sing with one of his inspirations. So, I guess many singers would have turned down this magnificent opportunity out of fear, but not Dimash! He is very determined to do and solve any issue or challenge that presents his way. He has done it a LOT! (for his concerts, shows, competitions) Like Chinese, English, Spanish, Armenian, French, etc, etc So, a "problem" with pronunciation, IS NEVER GOING TO STOP HIM from achieving whatever he wants. And that is what DIFFERENTIATES him from the REST of the common singers. I think this was, as always, a wonderful performance. He has my COMPLETE respect 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 If you truly appreciate music, you can FEEL the emotions through their voices no matter the language😉

[@nikitalila]

Most beautiful last minute Gibberish Opera Performance by "the old and the Kazakh".😅 I enjoyed your analysis. Placido Domingo undoubtedly one of the most beautiful tenors (in earlier times) and Dimash one of the most beautiful voices at the moment.

[@raisakim2769]

Ну,Вы насмешили !!!😊Но ,в этом есть доля правды !Но,как же красиво они спели ,смотрю ,наверное" уже в сотый раз !!!И ну его к чёрту все правила,каноны,ДИМАШ поёт по своему,а ПЛАСИДО прекрасно звучит в свои почтенные 83 года !!! Спасибо ДИМАШУ,он пробудил во многих diars интерес к опере, современной опере !!!

[@nikitalila]

@@raisakim2769 I also enjoyed it. And it was lovely to see them both performing and in the videos around that event. They were so happy to meet each other.

[@Samee3918]

I love Dimash and have followed him since his debut in “singers”. I love classical songs and opera arias also. Your honest analysis as an opera singer is appreciated. Dimash is a big boy, I am sure he will appreciate it, too. Opera is not his genre, he sings classical crossovers, he creates his own genre. It takes many years of training after a degree in college to develop the resonance and operatic techniques in the voice to sing over an orchestra, to project the voice over the entire hall. Once the technique is on auto pilot, then comes the interpretation. I love to Watch Didonato’s master class for the way she taught talented young singers to express the lyrics. The reason they both keep looking down is reading the lyrics from the monitor since they decided to sing this aria one day before.

[@tamarliza1]

This was certainly a very detailed reaction and taught us a lot about the operatic style of singing. But having said that, I do feel that sometimes there's a bigger art in critiquing a performance when looking at it in the whole and seeing it for what it is. This performance would certainly fall into such a category, especially since it was a long time dream of Dimash to sing a duet with Domingo, where clearly now, they are at completely different levels singing wise taking into consideration their age difference. This was simply a unique moment in time where 2 great singers joined together at short notice, and to critique it to such an extent where we all clearly know neither of them fits the operatic mould currently, was maybe not quite the right approach, even though it is what you specialise in. I think Domingo of all people, will be very aware of the shortcomings of his performance in this duet (if you insist), and certainly Dimash as well! This performance should be enjoyed as a moment where 2 great singers show their admiration, acknowledgement and respect for each other! 👏👏

[@gracetrespeses2141]

Yes, agree.

[@joyrobinson4585]

Dimash learned this the day before the performance and a day or two before that, the day he first met Placido, he had a persistent cough. Not a bad result considering the challenges. Regardless, it has been a thrill for many Dears to witness one of Dimash's dreams come true - from a very young boy he dreamed of singing with the Maestro. Wishing you well, Peter.

[@Nata-som]

Есть кадры за кулисами, когда Димаш разговаривает с Плачидо Доминго и сильно кашляет.

[@user-jp2vs4yz4f]

Вы больше уделяете внимание на произношение , на французский язык. Но Димаш не знает этот язык. Он не мог отказать великому Пласидо в просьбе спеть вместе. Вы пристрастны.

[@user-hg5fp4eu5z]

Totalmente de acuerdo👍

[@user-vc6sy8yz8b]

Da

[@user-vc6sy8yz8b]

@@user-hg5fp4eu5z Eso este reactor es un grossero que quiere ser famoso i no lo a logrando canto tanto en esta reaction que seria mejor que el cantara. El siempre critica a Dimash asi. Nesesita mas aouto esteema

[@raisakim2769]

Что-то уже надоедает это скрупулёзное,дотошное и нудное ковыряние...Оперный певец из Гонконга просто слушал,наслаждался и восхищался ,а вместе с ним и мы в который раз !!! Этот дуэт вызвал слёзы восхищения и высочайщую оценку у него !!!

[@user-xm9rj5bd5p]

Реакция ваша не понравилась.Вы подчеркивание то какой вы профессионал:хотя можно и поспорить. Вы бы могли критиковать язык и произношение если бы Димаш пел в опере и постоянно репетировал.Данная встреча была случайной и П Доминго увидев Димаша был в восторге и сразу предложил ему дуэт.В видео когда ПДоминго уходил Димаш не смог сдерживать кашель. И мы знаем что Димаш приехал в Будапешт болен.Репетиция была всего лиш одна. Выучить партию и текст времени было мало.Оперны певцы готовят свои партии месяцами, а вы придераетесь к произношению каждого слова. Хочу вам сказать,что произношение со временем можно изменить,но такого уникального голоса как у Димаша и такого количества октав не и скоро не будет.Димаш уникальный и универсальный певец. А ваша критика на столько не корректна даж к Величайшему певцу П Доминго который оперному искусству посвятил всю свою жизнь и учитывая то что ему уже 83 и он ещё поет,то вам нужно уважительное к нему относиться.

[@Karin_Aquatica]

Thank you that you took so much time for your analysis. It was fair critique on both and still a lot of praise for both. That’s how I expected your reaction to be. And I appreciate that you dare to criticize Dimash when it’s justified. Dimash himself takes fair criticism very well because it helps him to grow and to improve. The Virtuosos talent show announced today that tomorrow they will show some behind the scenes footage of Dimash and Domingo tomorrow on their KZbin channel. I think that’s going to be quite interesting.

[@nurselinda2155]

Thanks for honest review, Peter. We all know you are aware of Dimash’s talents and strength and gave us a great lesson in opera technique and skill. I also agree that the world is a better place because Dimash did not choose the opera path 🥰

[@fazdoll]

Thank you for your critique, and I get where you're coming from. I also agree that if they had even 2-3 more rehearsals to clean up the lyrics and the timing, they would have smashed this. It's clear that Dimash is not solely an opera singer, and it shows here. However, I am grateful that Dimash chose *not* to develop as an opera singer. Once you choose the opera route, you can't do much else. I remember in the early 1980s, Placido did a duet ballad with John Denver ("Perhaps Love"). Everybody raved how beautiful it was, but vocally it was a disaster. Placido couldn't let go of the spin and John Denver couldn't spin to save his life, so they clashed mightily. So for Dimash, it's better to give up on pure opera so that he can retain his purer crossover sound. We need him in crossover!

[@PeterBarber]

I couldn't agree more -- there are absolute train wreck performances of opera singers trying to sing non-operatic music. Dimash is excellent at so many genres, which is why I consider him to be among the greatest vocalists alive

[@CrYou575]

I agree. It's unrealistic to expect Dimash to be able to pull off Jussi Bjorling and also sing something like his latest MV "When I've Got You". If he stimulates people into listening to a wider range of music than they usually do that's an achievement.

[@johnbethell1952]

​@@PeterBarberI know when Kiri TeKanawa sang at Andrew Lloyd Webber's 50th birthday concert it sounded off she can't sing that genre

[@chidinmaonuoha1016]

Simply the best singer in the world ❤.

[@zemanoshtronz]

Many bel canto teachers have verified that Dimash brings a cross interpretation between rigid classical singing (which must follow norms and exactly as the author of the piece wrote, from the notes and durations, the portamentos, the expressiveness... Everything) and much more popular flexibility. For purists, let's remember that Dimash had the dream of singing with Plácido Domingos since he was a child and it was the Maestro himself, Don Domingos, who suggested the duet (he knew that even with classical training, Dimash would sing as a cross between classical and pop )! Dimash only had one day to remember the work and make the recording, as this moment is part of the competition (like a talent show) for children with musical talent: The “Virtuosos”! Dimash, as well as Placido Domingos, were part of the Jury, accompanied by Erika Miklósa (opera singer), Adrás Keller (violinist, conductor and musical director of the Budapest Concert), Hauser (cellist), Plácido Domingos Jr. (singer and composer), Pablo Sanz Villegas (classical guitarist), Gabriela Rachid (cultural director) and Harvey Goldsmith (music promoter)! The show was in Budapest (Hungary) from January 16th to 26th this year, 2024!

[@kmdugger]

I can sit and listen to this all day. I love how you explain everything because I don't know much about operatic singing, but I LOVE listening to it.

[@paragon4everxo]

You did a great job of explaining the differences & nuances between true operatic singing vs a more classical operatic-style singing. It is clear that you admire both Placido & Dimash. You are just giving an honest & professional breakdown of what the voices are doing and truly educating us of the inner workings & process of it all. Thank you for doing what you do❗Bravo👍👌👏🎶🎹🎶

[@anndegryse4293]

Dear Dears, whether you can appreciate Peter Barber's analysis or not, Dimash would be the first in line to learn from his flaws. This is the only way to grow into an artist at heart. This was a very important lesson he learned from his vocal teacher Marat Aitbaev. So...I am completely fine with your analyses Peter. I learned a lot. ❤

[@reaikanaide2824]

I presume Dimash has real experts and teachers around him as always ❤

[@user-zv8uq5eu8q]

A couple of days before the performance, I listened to a conversation between Placido Domingo and Dimash, during which Dimash had a severe chest cough. I was really worried if he would be able to sing. And it turned out that the voice sounded great.

[@MBAinternetmktg]

Makes me feel like crying, it's so beautiful.

[@carmelasecondocometa2209]

Ha avuto 24 ore per imparare il pezzo e hanno fatto una sola prova il pomeriggio prima per me è epico dimash sa come fare un duetto adattandosi al compagno ❤

[@edymottag712]

Wow, qué análisis tan detallado!! Es la primer vez que visito tu canal y me impactó tu manejo del tema. Debe ser una gran experiencia escucharte cantar ópera. Tu voz se escucha como... Wow 🤭. Sabemos que esta no es la mejor versión técnicamente hablando, pero me llega al corazón y es tan significativa para Dimash y su carrera, que me emociona como si hubiera estado allí. No puedo parar de verla. Tal vez dentro de unos años Dimash se dedique más a la ópera . Te imaginas lo que lograría si desarrolla su talento en esa dirección? 😯🤩🤩😍

[@user-gf1vp5sy8z]

А я, так была далека от оперы😂, но после знакомства с Миром Димаш, стала интересоваться оперными певцами, певицами, изучать содержание опер, оркестром🤗

[@luckyfishfish]

Thanks for uploading this video. Probably one of the best reaction to this song, We’re all glad that Dimash have chosen for the right path for himself instead of pursuing on the Opera singing career. Overall very satisfying and great opera duet performance with maestro despite lack of time for practices.❤

[@addison5938]

They were judges at this competition called The Virtuosos. It is an annual event in search of new young talent in all areas of classical music from singers to instrumentalists. They're not there to judge this piece or any specific operatic competitor.

[@Jazzicca-od2mg]

👉 The world stands still for this moment and everyone holds their breath. A singing teacher calls them the two musical titans...yes, yes, yes! This duet was Dimash's dream and it is coming true. What an honor for our beloved Dimash and a great joy for Maestro Domingo…. And I was bathed in tears of joy. I'm sooo happy. Dimash was asked to participate as a judge in the competition for young classical musicians... and then... he gave us dear ones this wonderful jewel. Maestro Domingo invited Dimash to sing the duet with him the day before. Dimash only had a short night to learn this song in French... and besides, Dimash had a cold with a cough. (You notice it more clearly in the second song at the end of the concert.) Dimash would never act recklessly towards his duet partners. With good manners and respect, he would never drown out Maestro Domingo (then still 82) with his voice. He even adapts to Maestro Domingo's vocal color. Dimash opens a new world to many Dears... the world of classical music. You should definitely watch the video (look at the end of the comment)... so many young, talented musicians and the sensitive assessment of the jurors... Great!!! ... and the legendary duet of Maestro Domingo and Dimash Qudaibergen! * Plácido Domingo (*1941 Madrid/Spain) is already a legend today. He is a world-renowned, versatile artist and is considered one of the best and most influential singers in opera history, with more than 150 roles and over 4,000 performances celebrated by audiences on stages around the world. He sings tenor and baritone and was one of the three tenors with Carreras and Pavarotti in the 90s. Maestro Domingo is also a conductor and promoter of young talent, winner of 12 Grammy Awards and recipient of honorary degrees and awards for his humanitarian work. (www) * Description under the video: Georges Bizet: Les pêcheurs de perles/ The Pearl Fishers (1863) Zurga and Nadir's duet: Au fond du Temple Saint/ In the Depths of the Holy Temple Orchestra: Pannon Philharmonic Orchestra Conductor: Tibor Bogányi Performed by Plácido Domingo and Dimash Qudaibergen at the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music in Budapest on 10 December 2023 Premiered 19 January 2024 on Virtuosos... Exceptional duet of Maestro Plácido Domingo and Dimash Qudaibergen as guest performers at the international finals of Virtuosos V4+. Virtuosos is a classical music talent show with a unique format, focusing on discovering young classical talent and giving the talented youngsters a chance to develop and progress in a way that few others have. * Song at the end: 'Heal the World' by Dimash Qudaibergen, P.Domingo Jr., E.Miklósa, E.Nechayeva, P.Čulič, A.Anisovych - kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3emZIp6Zs15b9k * Dimash says: „A DREAM CAME TRUE“ - kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3TGkISkpp1godU * Excellent analysis of the duet by PROFESSOR GEORGIEVSKY - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJvHhpV_l652npI * Virtuosos V4+ 2023 | Final [1st episode] | Complete Show (with information about the jury and the competition) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/gV6kk42qad6jl68 *Virtuosos V4+ 2023 | Final [2nd episode] | Complete Show - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6WThaWZnK6KiZo (Thanks to all Dears who helped to complete the information)

[@AndrewinAus]

Excellent reaction and analysis Peter. I know that some fans of certain people think they are they epitomy of perfection, when in reality no one is perfect nor can they ever be. As you said Dimash has chosen a wide ranging career at this point not strictly operatic performances and Placido is an elder statesman of the profession now. Both have earned their credentials and place in their respective arenas. As people who enjoy the musical arts all we really need do is enjoy. That being said as a technically minded person I do enjoy the analysis of a performance by someone like yourself who has taken years of their life to learn and develop technical skills I could never hope to master. To then impart that knowledge to your viewers here on KZbin provides even more of an insight for me and adds to my enjoyment of these two incredible gentlemen.

[@rexalexmacedon]

it's a treat to watch the maestro placido domingo still performing in his 80s, when other opera singers much younger than he is are no longer doing so. it's also a positive thing to see the maestro still active on a professional level, as artist and mentor, belying all notions of ageism. after all, he really doesn't need to, having performed 151 different roles onstage, recorded more than 100 complete operas, received all the highest possible accolades that can be given a world-class tenor while conducting orchestras and even becoming an opera company artistic director. heck, owning a private jet and having a net worth of US$300-M would make a lesser person just vegetate into a life of leisure. so it's inspiring to see the maestro collaborate with younger artists like dimash qudaibergen even for just one song.

[@tjvertigo]

I came in here fully expecting you to tear him apart and I wasn't disappointed. You really ripped him to shreds. lol. It was really exciting for Dimash to be asked to duet with Domingo and was not going to say no, even if it wasn't perfect. I don't know about flu, but he was definitely chest coughing on the video the day before. I thought it was a great performance anyway.

[@emh9278]

Dimash is in competition since a very young age so Dimash can handle constructive criticism. Probably he would’ve been an incredible tenor/ counter tenor opera singer but I’m glad he didn’t pursue that route but included his opera training to his music in result he created something different and exciting in music industry.

[@JetaimeToday]

Couple of things to keep in mind: Dimash was "invited" to be a judge at the Virtuosos 2023 competition in Hungary by one of the events' shareholders, Maestro Placido Domingo. Also, Maestro "invited" Dimash to sing an operatic duet with him at this widely advertised and televised competition. I would think Maestro wouldn't have suggested an operatic duet if he felt Dimash wouldn't be able to do a decent (not perfect) job. A link of their first face-to-face meeting: kzbin.info/www/bejne/imPUd3hplq6DZ7M

[@YayaKto5]

Thanks for the link. Hadn’t seen it. Wow… didn’t expect Placido to be excited to meet Dimash. Fun. Touching.

[@JetaimeToday]

@@YayaKto5 You're welcome❤. Dimash's popularity continues to grow daily, far and wide! I can hardly keep up with all info' about him.😵‍💫

[@debbiemorgan859]

@@YayaKto5 it was almost as if the roles were reversed and Domingo was meeting one of his idols!

[@JetaimeToday]

@@debbiemorgan859 - 😆Good point!

[@gretchenfraley3898]

Love your reactions. I do have to say though that I never listened to Opera much in my life. Hearing Dimash caused a chain reaction in my music listening a few years ago and even brought me to your channel. So even though he doesn't sing full on opera his mixture of genre introduced me to it and likely has many others. Giving us a greater appreciation for the art.

[@irenevassileva5586]

Would Dimash appreciate Peter's professional comments? Yes, Dimash would have done that out of politeness and good upbringing. But that's it. Dimash fully well understands what he's doing. He's very much of a professional for that. Even more than Peter, for Dimash has been a judge in an opera singing competition. To pretend to be an opera singer when he's not, would have been disrespectful to maestro Domingo. Dimash doesn't pretend, he sings his part in the duet in his neoclassical crossover style. Domingo has done his fair share in the crossover genre, even before the Three Tenors. He often does that with his son nowadays. Inviting Dimash, he fully understood that their duet will not be restricted to the rigid opera rules. He went into the duet with the full respect for Dimash, the same as Dimash. All they wanted was to enjoy their collaboration and bring moments of joy to their listeners. The result was admiration and delight. Thank you, masters D&D❤❤❤

[@rosangelaruza2550]

Esse programa Virtuosos é incrível! Plácido Domingo e Dimash dois gênios virtuosos cantando juntos foi magistral! Orquestra maravilhosa! 👏🏽👏👏🏿👏🏼👏🏾👏🏻🎶♥️♥️🇧🇷🇧🇷🕊🕊

[@kajsa78kajsa]

I love your editors comments: "I´ve turned it down so you can hear Peter turn into an orchestra" 😄

[@gmailchen8240]

Through your explanation, I can appreciate Opera more deeply. Both of them are great musicians.

[@marycaibaiosai7638]

You needed to add “Nitpicking” into your heading! ❤. Good job with that😂. I adored this performance knowing how old Domingo is, and the fact Dimash was recovering from illness: heck, I’m surprised they did so beautifully!

[@rebeccavandam2834]

The quite young (10-18? Year old) competitors were instrumentalist. A wonderful violinist. An oboe player that Dimash asked to be in his up coming budapest show, a harpist, many other instruments. I watched all the youth performances. I don’t recall that there were any singers.Placido has sponsered this completion for some time. Placido’s son brought Dimash to his Fathers attention. Appreciated your detailed critique.

[@tropic18]

Thank you, Peter for your in detail analysis! There are some fan videos with Dimash, Domingo and the conductor of orchestra talking about the next day rehearsal when Dimash was struggling to hold back his cough, and some pics where he had his philtrum a kind of pinkish.... Thanks again, your reaction and analysis didn't seem long at all, it was really enjoyable!

[@4ever_music]

Dimash is one of the best singers I have ever heard and Maestro Plácido is an opera legend. I really enjoyed this duet. As always, excellent analysis Peter. You're so professional. Please, less emphasis on pronunciations next time. But everything excellent. Thank you 🥰

[@kathrynbatterson9213]

This was not an opera competition. Maestro Domingo and Dimash were part of a panel of judges that heard young classical virtuosos from Eastern Europe. The judges you see range from Hauser, a cellist, to Placido Domingo Jr. and a number of other classical specialists. This was a special concert done by the Maestro and Dimash. Dimash did have a cough the day of the performance, yet he still sounds brilliant. It is a testament to the greatness of these two men that this is one of the warmest and most widely watched version of this duet. I understand you're being hyper-critical here, but hey give credit where it's due please.

[@jrogersdal]

So this is not an operatic singing competition. It’s actually a symphony instrument competition. The part I featured 2 pianists, an oboist and a violinist all competing for grand prize. Placido and Dimash are judges that sit at the long table. They are not being judged here. They just took the opportunity of them being in the same place to perform together. There’s another video you might be interested in, if you haven’t already discovered it, where Dimash meets Andrea Bocelli and they perform a little Besame Mucho in Bocelli’s dressing room, which has a piano. No microphone or amplification, just pure power by Dimash. It feels like the paint would start peeling from the wall had it lasted longer.

[@guillo2713]

It's funny when I watched this performance earlier l went WOW and then seeing your breakdown of the whole thing made realize that if you love music or any kind of art you should put real attention to it. It was long but it also was great. Thanks Peter.

[@angelasanchez4413]

Peter is think you did a very fair and accurate assessment of both Dimash and Placido. I am a DEAR for sure, but had many years of classical training in my younger years. Bel canto singing is an animal all of its own. ❤ 🎉

[@EllaSilentDragon]

Thank you for your reaction and detailed analysis Peter! I expected no less and you delivered 😊❤ I don’t think you were too critical of them (maybe only a little bit 😉: Domingo may be past his prime but he moved me very much! What a voice ❤❤❤️)! When you purely judge their singing by opera-customs, Dimash really didn’t sound 100% like a typical opera singer. I disagree a little on the notion that the proper opera technique really sounds better. It was developed at a time when there were no microphones and the voice had to carry through the entire room - but this also meant that quiet nuances were impossible to sing and even the constant vibrato was not always part of opera and is just a custom. (Which can sound epic sometimes and other times annoying 😅) Today the environment is different than a hundred years ago and maybe opera should develop as well - if there is anyone who could improve opera it would be Dimash 😜 You’re right that Dimash could easily become an opera singer, but that it would pigeonhole him, since he can do so much more. But I really enjoyed this performance so much and their voices, even if they weren’t utilizing proper technique, moved me to tears. Dimash’s voice sounds heavenly in this and I hope we’ll hear more opera from him! ❤ I think he is an artist that can draw more people to opera in general. (I at least had the sudden urge to have more opera in my life😂) And that would also benefit opera singers like yourself! Win win win ❤😊

[@raisakim2769]

🙌👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@EllaSilentDragon]

One addition: I loved the editor‘s notes! 😂😂😂❤

[@Sanders-vd3tp]

@EllaSilentDragon I enjoyed both Peter's analysis and your comment. Very informative! I listen to classical music but not opera. When Peter said that constant vibrato is desired, I thought: but this is so annoying! ;) For a non-opera listener at least. So it was interesting to read that from you, apparently knowing more about the subject than me. Also interesting points about development too. For me Domingo's voice sounded beautiful, very pleasant in this duet. So it was even more interesting to hear Peter talking about his voice and some issues, which were not noticable for a layperson.

[@EllaSilentDragon]

@@Sanders-vd3tp I don’t really know that much about opera. Just a few tidbits I picked up. 😅 Peter is the expert here. ❤️ I was writing from the position of a casual listener, who likes to listen to all kinds of music (the occasional aria included). And while opera singers have great skill, and while I realize that Bel Canto singing is very difficult and Dimash might not be as skilled in it like proper opera singers, I actually prefer his performance of this song compared to some other performances I‘ve heard from proper tenors. 😅❤️ The reason I love his performance more might just be because I love his voice so much, which means he might be even better with proper technique. 🤷‍♀️ On the other hand there was one part where his voice Peter said he got too quiet to be heard at the back of a room, and that was one of my favorite parts in this performance. ❤️ Dimash usually uses the most appropriate skill at every moment of a song. Just like his vibrato. He doesn’t use it throughout, just because he could (or maybe he really hasn’t bothered to learn it yet 😅 who knows with him), but when he thinks it fits. I think a little experimentation would benefit opera very much. I know purists will think I‘m crazy, 😅but a great Bel Canto singer who CHOOSES to use straight tone occasionally is still a great Bel Canto singer. And maybe singing with more freedom will improve it. Or maybe not. First they have to try. 😉 Same goes for singing with microphones. This could enable different ways of expression that weren’t possible before. 😊 This is not to say that great opera singers aren’t amazing as they sing now. Opera is beautiful. ❤️ But sometimes there are parts that could (maybe) sound even better with a less rigid approach. 😅

[@sandyswartz2766]

As a native French speaker, your French pronunciation is very good Peter!

[@user-gb2oo4mk8r]

Lo noté demasiado criticó

[@yelenapiatigorsky]

Thank you very much for the most professional observation of this incredible duet. I listened to this performance so many times, and now I learned so much more and so many details.... Beautiful professional reaction!!

[@Eileen_in_Vegas]

Absolutely love your R&As! Always educational, no matter who the artist or what genre they're attempting.

[@janejdough2230]

Yes, I saw the the part when they met and Placido asked to do a duet (the day before the performance), You could see the delight and shock on Dimashes face. Dimash was so delighted to meet his hero and then to be asked...how could he say "no". They were guest judges and a youth talent show and yes, Dimash was sick.

[@debbiemorgan859]

Btw Dimash is back as a judge next year, it's already been confirmed. Jose Carreras will also be joining the panel and negotiations are going on with Sir Elton John who was one of the judges previously in 2015.

[@PeterBarber]

Awesome!

[@makila7715]

The Virtuoso competition in Budapest was for young classical instrumentalists from Eastern Europe. You were right to say that it was a kind of guest performance, but it was for the judges, including Placido’s son and rebel Hauser, the cellist, Harvey Goldsmith etc, as well as Dimash and Placido Domingo themselves.

[@myrrhsolace5875]

I watched the competition; the competitors were musicians and vocalists who were under 21. The judges were drawn from classical instumentalists and a couple singers in addition to Dimash and Placido Domingo. So those two were pretty much the judges of the classical vocalists.

[@jillfield3102]

Love Dimash with Placido it’s beautiful .i think as much as I love you ,you are too hard on someone that isn’t a full time opera singer.💖💖💖🇬🇧

[@sandrak.robbins6305]

Thank you. I really enjoyed hearing your critique. I found this performance so lovely, especially knowing the respect each has for the other and their age difference. It was wonderful.

[@FluffysMum]

Hello Peter , just to tell you I saw Du.ash arrive at the theatre the day before to meet up with Placido and he had quite a cough. Not flu, but he did sound unwell with the cough. Dimash, however, is a trouper. At his London concert in 2018, he had a 40c' temperature. He went onstage feeling awful, but a couple of songs in he improved, had fun, and all was well. I think he really enjoyed singing with Placido. He told him that he had a cassette of Placido when he was a small child. It's true his mum has often said about Dimash taking his box of cassettes everywhere, including to bed with him. Anyway, he told Placido that it was his singing on the cassette that made Dimash want to become a musician/singer. So that's how Dimash joined the music school attached to the college he went to in his hometown of Aktobe when he was 5 years old ❤ ps. They are all judges for a childrens classical music competition, called Virtuosos. The children are pretty much all instrumentalists. It's not an opera contest, so it's just for fun here. You might notice Hauser is on the panel, so are Dimash and Placido, whose annual programme this is. Placido was very excited to meet Dimash, and it was at his suggestion that they do a duet together. Dimash will be back next year tok and Placido has also invited Josè Carrera. They are expected to sing together, that will be a treat. Can't wait for that ❤

[@EllaSilentDragon]

Seriously Carreras too? Wow 🤩🔥❤️

[@FluffysMum]

@@EllaSilentDragon yes they announced it a week or two back. I am so thrilled. I worry about their age now, but I am confident it will happen 🥰

[@EllaSilentDragon]

@@FluffysMum Such great news! I‘m thrilled as well ❤️🤩 Thank you for sharing

[@roxanadoyle747]

Thank you for your honest and educated opinion!!! Dimash indeed had only one day prep and was coughing that same day (there is footage of it), however, I find him also trying to be respectful with Plácido and not overshadow him. Also as you said, he has what is needed for opera and still young. But we love to see all his colors and for sure the coming years will show all of them. Long life to Dimash!!!

[@Koquitaful]

Because of the pronunciation of both I thought it was in Italian 😂🤭Not knowing that he was French, I found the performance incredibly beautiful, but I don't know anything about opera, I only entered that world recently thanks to Dimash. I saw a video a few days before this presentation where Dimash appears coughing, when Placido meets Dimash and tells him we should make a duet, but my voice is no longer the same, let's rehearse tomorrow... so I think this was a little bit time. But I loved Dimash's presence and his impeccable voice for me, without knowing French, obviously.

[@nancyladycarrilloguia1973]

Ensayaron solo el día anterior a la presentación, Dimash aprendió sobre la marcha el aria en francés y si estaba muy resfriado, hemos visto video del día anterior interactuando con Plácido y tosiendo con frecuencia. El es capaz de aprender una canción en cualquier idioma un día anterior a la performance. Gracias por la reacción.

[@rorysnap7026]

Thank you! Finally someone has the courage to point out Dimash is not perfect in everything he does. I totally appreciate his unbelievable talent and I believe that had he had enough time to prepare this would have been great. It does sound very nice, it's a lovely duet and I think he and Placido sound good together. I am an opera buff and as such, I have loved Placido for years. I know, he's not what he was, but I am floored by how good he still sounds. When I saw this come up on KZbin I almost didn't watch because I was afraid that Placido would sound awful and I didn't want that to be my last memory of him. I was so relieved. He 😮 A final note: I listen to the Met broadcasts and I have heard a few baritones who should wish they sound as good as Placido at 82.

[@ruzenamajorova]

Ils se sont fait plaisir, ils nous ont fait plaisir, une rencontre amicalle de deux idols de musique ❤❤

[@bonnarlunda]

A very interesting analysis. I learned new things and what to listen to in this piece. But that aside, we have to acknowledge that this was a Now or Never moment. I think we have to be quite tender in our critique and humbly recognise that this did not happen for our benefit. It was their thing. Dimash's old dream of singing with Domingo and Domingo's (I suppose) experience of giving the torch to the next generation. It was so much more happening here on intangible levels.