Richard Wagner - Tannhauser "Pilgrim's Chorus" - Bayreuth Festival

Performance of the "Pilgrim's Chorus" by the Bayreuth Festival orchestra and chorus.
Note - this is a concert version and not from an actual performance of the opera.

[@hostajohn1]

In my opinion this is the most beautiful version that I've ever heard. As a cynical OAP, it brought tears to my eyes. I hope it is played when they bury me in some English Churchyard.

[@helius69]

Children, not ladies

[@robertflannery3106]

The March into Paradise to meet their Savior, Jesus Christ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@britopicinfo]

Once more ye fair, flowr'y meadows I greet My Pilgrim's staff henceforth may rest Since Heaven's sweet peace is within my breast. The sinner's `plaint on high was heard On high was heard and answered by the Lord The tears I laid before His shrine Are turned to hope and joy divine. O Lord eternal praise be Thine! The blessed source of Thy mercy overflowing On souls repetant seek Ye, all-knowing Of hell and death, I have no fear O my Lord is ever near Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Forevermore

[@emillebest]

Thumbs up if you got goosebumps... especially at the "Halleluya!" :)

[@jjstewartification]

My entire life I have been mesmerized by Wagner's music. Beautiful, stirring.

[@billdred16]

Performed an arrangement for brass quintet of this piece at my friend's funeral. Beautiful piece. Beautiful service. Will miss him.

[@dragmio]

@violinthief Seeing all the thumbs up this comment got, one can only wish for more "vegetarians" in the world.

[@EthanFilms]

Is this by Eugene Ormandy?

[@jvcpaints]

To my dear children, Light my funeral boat on fire to this. Cheers Dad.

[@jadegem123]

I love this song. When you hear it it makes you feel powerful. You come out with a sense of strength you've never felt before. Its one of the greatest things i've ever experienced!

[@cchamp27]

One of the most wonderful moments in music

[@michaelhandpan9675]

Das ist eines der besten und ergreifendsten Musikstücke die ich je gehört habe. Es zwingt einen auf die Knie und es steigt ein Gebet auf von ganz alleine. Das vermag nur die echte wahre Musik !

[@BeanSand]

The first time I heard of this piece was when I was to play a brass quartet arrangement of it. Naturally, I looked it up, and since then (about 5 months ago), I have listened to this particular recording no less than 3 times a week. To fit my emotions within the character limit, it will have to suffice to say: I am thoroughly moved by this piece-- more so than by any other piece I've ever listened to.

[@Ach13197]

Just amazing. What a masterpiece...

[@wearyoldman]

This gives me goosebumps. The sound quality does this the justice it deserves.

[@unicornakhalteke]

Breathtaking! So wonderful that it brought tears to my eyes!

[@marcob4630]

Una delle composizioni più elevate e impressionanti d'ogni tempo: Wagner era un genio assoluto; una vera chiave di volta nella musica: c'è un prima e un dopo Wagner!

[@johncanfield50]

Excellent Production. This excellent music was on a list of musical loves I hand-wrote from hearing over Interlochen Public Radio while living in North Michigan, years ago. I just found that list three weeks ago. This may be the very recording I heard! How glorious! Thanks!

[@ghtsw11]

This is one of the greatest, if not THE greatest chorus in opera and a wonderful version of it. Thank you