Samuel Barber - Adagio for Strings

[@efreywald]

As an 85 year old lover of classical music, I find your rendition shows passion and love of music. Thank you.

[@deanrichardnewton]

My brother played cello for three different orchestras. He passed away much too soon and when ever I feel the need to lift my soul, I watch this.

[@jndtexas]

It tears up my soul that this beautiful man would be viewed as a "threat" by anyone. Yet take away his cello and that is his and my reality all too often. He is playing one of my most favorite and soul wrenching pieces of music. My brother, thank you. Peace be with you.

[@georgeparas6393]

As a person who took piano lessons for 18 years and minored in performance in college, I have to say that you truly have a gift. Your sensitivity on the cello really allows your love for the music to shine through. I hope you get heard by millions.

[@violetxoxox]

This is so beautiful and so heart-wrenching. Tears are streaming down my face. I listened to this the day my father died. Then a few years ago, my mom and husband were killed only months apart and I listened to this for them, too. Now, having to watch all the terrifying things happening in the world totally alone, with no one around to comfort me ... sometimes I wonder if I died, too, and this is Hell, because I honestly can't imagine this is the way life was meant to be. For ANY of us. This must be a nightmare. I can't make sense of so much hate and sorrow and cruelty any other way. But here, in my dark place, a guy with a cello cried through his music and I cried along with him and it made me feel a little less alone. As long as there is music, there's still a little bit of light in the world for me, a little bit of hope, a little bit of comfort, even when that music comes from a place of great pain. Thank you for that.

[@hjerlmuda]

I can assure you, we're living in a nightmare of darkness on this planet, but it is ONLY a nighmare and NOT ultimate reality!

[@violetxoxox]

Hjerlmuda the eXPerimentator I hope we'll get to see the world wake up in our lifetime.

[@hjerlmuda]

well whoever wakes up also lights up a bit, and helps others awake and light up a bit in turn! :-)

[@andrewyork7776]

Your reply brought tears to my eyes. Please don't feel alone. The world is a scary place but we have to get through the darkest of nights together. Hang in there. We're all in the same boat.

[@inbox0000]

I'm sorry for your loss I can't comprehend how painful it is for you but I can try and no doubt do not come close. You are not alone, we never are, the ego creates the illusion of separation, we are all one. I actually came to this video by accident.

[@TrapMusicNow]

Breathtaking.

[@chogumchonsa]

Sir, I as a musician tend to show my emotion through music. You sir, have undeniably moved me to absolute tears with this beautiful piece. Well done sir well done.

[@MDLOP8]

@Cormac Atherton , no. It's sensitivity--which you lack. Too bad. And the word is "tic".

[@AdrianYarbrough14]

And for a second I didn’t even think it was possible to play this song on a cello at ALL!!! THIS GUY IS UNBELIEVABLY AMAZING 🤗🤗✨✨✨✨🎉🎊!!!!! Sounds just like a FULL ORCHESTRA!!!!! I love your work!!!!

[@momtolola5503]

As a cellist myself, your playing has left me breathless. SO many emotions flooding to the surface. This is gorgeous, thank you for sharing your gift! Please love one another, people! Peace & Love

[@ColinBulla]

another cellist here.. likewise

[@Gotham_Moon]

Same here! It made my breath catch in my throat.

[@oishi5753]

not a cellist but I am fan tho, I love the sound of low notes, it's just so moving

[@JonathanSinger]

Deceptively complicated. You nailed it. Thank you for the tears.

[@aidan4624]

you’re welcome

[@b.glenncopeland9347]

Thank you so much for making this your life's offering for the peace, compassion and dignity of our world. Bless you. This is absolutely beautiful.

[@pattiarnold6874]

This beautiful, mournful piece was played at the funeral service of Princess Grace of Monaco many years ago. I'll never forget the sad, devastated faces of Prince Rainier and Princess Caroline. Powerful music has the undeniable ability to connect all humanity. God bless us all!

[@apeacebone6499]

Subscribing to your channel after seeing this. This is one of my favorite string pieces, and it's wonderful to hear it all on my favorite instrument, too.

[@abdullah.h8200]

Beautiful beautiful

[@AMStark77]

You are amazing! Looking forward to what you do next.

[@ThatCelloGuy]

Thanks so much!

[@anitabarratt1292]

This is so very beautiful and peaceful. Let us all pray for peace for our world.

[@LQOTW]

That was so painfully beautiful, sir, I am utterly destroyed. And I am finally able to cry after days of so much anger. Thank you, very much; your music expresses what words cannot. Loved, loved, loved it!

[@FollowNoOne]

Awesome Brother. Well done.

[@strad1944]

Very beautiful playing. Sensitive, heartfelt... such a balm on hurt minds!! Lynn Harrell

[@markhitri1674]

lynn harrell you know you done something right when Lynn Harrell comments.

[@atakan2879]

This song touching every part of my soul.

[@donnahealy466]

The first time I heard this was at the end of the movie "Platoon." I thought it misplaced at the time (I was very young) but as the years went by, I came to realize the scenes of death and destruction that scanned by as the music played fit perfectly. So much loss....so much pain......we have to feel it before we can grow and do better.......

[@davidarochelle]

Thank you for the memory of hearing it in Platoon.

[@cerridwenUK]

Platoon was my first hearing too. I bought the soundtrack because of this piece. More often than not I cry when I hear it.

[@billt7283]

thank you for saying this. it was driving me crazy trying to figure where id heard it. i kept thinking band of brothers, but i said nah that's not it.... lol

[@johnnypipe]

I am 7 years late in finding this video and all I can is BRAVO! That was beautiful. One of my favorite classical pieces.

[@str8challenge]

I felt your sadness and mine said, I am crying. Thank you.

[@holliethomasmusic]

Thank you for responding in the most thoughtful and loving way. It is hard to believe that the same species that could create such beauty can also choose to destroy fragile human lives. So pointless. You are a light.

[@hannahroberts2834]

I was listening to this on Spotify (a version by new York philharmonic). it's one of those songs that people know because it's used in film/tv but I reckon if you ask most ppl - "what is that piece of music called?" most won't know. That was me about 20 minutes ago. Did a random Google search and came across this channel..... wowza!!! Just such a beautiful rendition. My heart aches.

[@Tonesacco]

Everyone and I mean everyone should hear this dude play this piece! WOW!..

[@tatterdamelion]

I'm sitting here listening to this and bawling my eyes out. You, sir, have a gift. Thank you, and I hope this morning found you in a better place than when you recorded this Adagio.

[@cristianomario344]

So beautiful.

[@Martimus98]

Bravo sir! Barbers work has a depth of heart and soul and you've quite apparently captured it.

[@clayguy1]

Inspiring music like this needs to be played ... to destroy the evil in this world.. Where beauty is, evil isn't.... Thank you Samuel... Artists should strive to produce beauty.. I try to in my art... we need more.. Thank you sir.

[@synneje]

Wow! This was extremely moving

[@synneje]

Also, could you please do a version of Funeral For A Tree? I love that piece!

[@marksundawg8592]

There are no words for this kind of beauty.

[@Divaknit]

Perfect for today...speaks to my heart. Thanks so much for playing...and posting.

[@thomasgorden6284]

Thank you, Cremaine. Many of us grieve with you. When words fail (they always do), your glorious music remains, to speak for us.

[@lindacoucom1429]

This piece always moves me to tears. But I feel that today they were tears of peace and hope. Thank you.

[@Afrieal]

Thank you for this beautiful rendition.

[@killgo3041]

THOSE MOMENT 0:45 WHEN THEY SING IN HARMONY...! Like singers they shout loudly all to one... And then THEY SING... TOGETHER... WITH HARMONY! JUST. BEAUTIFUL!!!!

[@andressanmillan5401]

beautiful!

[@dkmakes]

thank you so much for this - you have made the world four minutes more open and soft and beautiful. ❤️

[@gmblake6091]

Speechless, with tears, and hair standing on end. Magnificent.

[@JasonRobinsonidaho]

Love your performance. I have no idea why I didn't take up cello instead of Violin (probably cost). So much more sonorous and matching with my bass / bari vocal range.

[@marthaperkins2954]

A lot of people's hearts are hurting, my friend. Thank you.

[@jsedwards25]

Absolutely beautiful playing. Thank you for that.

[@KainzMusic]

A few moments of beauty in what tends to be an ugly world. Thank you for this!

[@TheSpiderPan]

Wow....the rich and versatile sound of the cello. Maybe I should have learned to play it in school.

[@aveguevara]

Music is the answer. The great consoler of hearts and souls. Your gift inspires, transforms, soothes. Thank you for giving to this hurting world, some ease in the language that all can be moved by. Blessings upon you now and always, dearest one!

[@dud9083]

Absolutely stunning. The emotion was beautifully expressed. Thank you for sharing.

[@cvinc-cvinc5773]

a very dear friend introduced this to me 35-40 yrs ago. He called it his funeral song, the Ascent into Heaven and wanted this played when the time came. I have never forgotten this piece and what it meant to Bill, Thank you Bill for introducing to "The Ascent into Heaven"

[@BigWired]

Tears... actual tears running down my face watching and listening to you play. You've got a new follower in me and this is just... So damned good.

[@ladyaly864]

And a new follower in me too.

[@tamimazemy]

+Anette Baby me too!

[@amnscottnn5481]

The power of music, wonderful isn't it? Who would think notes, orchestrated in such a way would have such power. I envy the old days when this music was popular, but then again, I'm tankful for today because I can look up this music in seconds, and find amazing covers like this.

[@bastje]

So..soooo underrated...... This is magnificent!

[@ThePaulster22]

Same here!

[@corkhutson8977]

Perfectly captures the heart of the nation as we grieve over the atrocities that seem to be tearing us apart. Thank you, sir.

[@AVaffair2]

Thank You for sharing...this was soothing and emotional...hitting the HD Button made all the difference.

[@quibblyguy]

Samuel Barber, Adagio is probably one of my top emotional songs of all time for me. As a prior cellist, you played this piece with utmost grace and dignity it deserves. I'm not a majorly emotional person, but your rendition brought tears to my eyes. After reading how your heart hurts with all the issues in today society, I could feel your pain as you played. Bravo, Bravo!!!!

[@StephenMatlock]

Thank you. This is beautiful. I've always loved this piece, and you have brought it out at the right time for contemplation, sadness, grief, and healing. Blessings to you.

[@masculito]

Holy cow. Dude. It's what the world needs now. Thank you.

[@bellabusa]

Felt the beauty of your music and soul in my heart!

[@jennifercloke5885]

I'm not certain why, but something about your music brings my heart very close to the surface. I've been listening to your videos for the better part of a week now, and this one still makes me cry. What a gift you have. What a tremendous gift.

[@Windryder1]

Saw this on my FB news feed and had to come here to like this video. It's beautiful. Thank you for sharing your skill with us. :)

[@LQOTW]

It was the same for me! And, I'm still crying!

[@spyjmiller]

Same here. Thank you Mr. Barber and thank you Mr. Booker for sharing your gift with us.

[@LionofJudah777]

I would like to dedicate this beautiful, sad symphony to My Children...The Children of the Holocaust...Shalom ✌😔

[@gerbz7695]

This was absolutely beautiful... I dream of being able to play like this some day.

[@ObsidianBlaze]

AMAZING!! You are very talented. Thank you for sharing...

[@dogvom]

What beautiful emotion there is in your playing!

[@annaobrien1172]

what a gift you have given to us, perfect strangers, whose hearts are healed thru your gift. Thank you

[@Classical812309]

you are amazing!! Brava my fellow musician. Your emotion is so deep. Tears feel down my cheeks. Hugh's and Blessings.

[@essdubya5119]

Exquisitely rendered. Such a talented musician.

[@cynthiarodriguez7001]

Loved it and shared on my FB page. Hugs to you!!!

[@deraltemannspielt3194]

You were able to play the strings to bring out the long forgotten and repressed sadness buried deep within the soul. You made me burst into tears and I thank you for that... that's all to say

[@Think890]

gorgeous things like this are needed for weeks like the one we just had ...thank you

[@JimInYamaguchi]

I'm addicted. May your music help heal society!

[@Travelingmaven]

Sounds absolutely beautiful! And excellent arrangement. I'm also a professional cellist! How do you audio record and mix it so beautifully? Wow great work!

[@alanreuhe4944]

that's true

[@imaansharifi]

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[@johnielotero5180]

He probably syncs up all clips and then adds reverb and maybe a bit of equalizing.

[@leonkorec.5410]

@@johnielotero5180 aaaaaand compression which is the most important element !

[@encore4818]

LeonKo Rec. don’t forget to sidechain😂

[@bennettsalter386]

I've always loved the choral text of this piece. It brings even more meaning to it to me, especially with the events that are going on all over the world today. "Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis. Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis. Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, dona nobis pacem." Translation: "Lamb of God, that takest away the sin of the world, have mercy upon us. Lamb of God, that takest away the sin of the world, have mercy upon us. Lamb of God, that takest away the sin of the world, grant us peace." God bless you, brother. Keep on doing what you do. ❤️

[@nicolepigeault3536]

Your music is creating ripple waves of healing... thank you.

[@marymcreynolds8355]

Heals the tripartite person with questioning, answering in enigmas, and the peace of acceptance...full resolution. One of my favorites pieces.

[@bournemouthlass]

Thank you. You made me fall in love with Barber all over again.

[@nash984954]

Thank you, soothing to the soul...almost, I feel just as you do injustice and pain all over, sometimes you just have to look away, because if you don't you get destroyed and can then never be able to do good, or fight the good fight, for the disadvantaged, the vulnerable, the hepless..

[@seanjudge]

Facebooked this already, but now following you on KZbin. This continues to make me cry.

[@KonvictionTV]

I was not teary eyed before listening. I am now.

[@evilsacramento]

WOW! ....just freakin WOW!!!

[@SSR33148]

You are incredible, not only in your music, but also that you use your gift to heal all of us.

[@masonch06]

This is so achingly beautiful!

[@houstonphenom55]

You literally can feel the musicality and passion through the screen

[@evilsacramento]

...and now im crying.

[@brookekarath6187]

Thank you, Samuel. Your music is so stirring and beautiful, and fits the general mood of our country right now... I am heartbroken by all the hatred that exists in the world today.

[@abigailhodges1534]

I must say that when I first heard you play this I was literally crying. Your music moved me to tears, and for that I must say thank you. Please please please please do Canon in D. You are amazingly gifted. Watching you play....I was mesmerized. Its hypnotic. I was completely and utterly arrested in thought. I really wish the world could take a time out to listen to you play Adagio. Thank you so very much for perfecting your talent. You've touched a heart.

[@jubilantsleep]

Abigail Hodges He's amazing

[@thealyssaruth]

Thank you. You made me cry and realize this kind of expression is vital for our culture's healing

[@vwsmusic]

Beautifully done. Thank you for sharing your artistry during these challenging times.

[@donnahealy466]

I have never ever heard this played with more heart and sensitivity. We all need to go to these places now and then but that is life.... Best to be comforted by beautiful music. Thank you from the bottom of my heart and bless you.

[@venicementor2068]

One of my al time favorite pieces of music. Thank you.

[@sophienahrudah]

I was about to write the same thing but you did it for me, Thanks!

[@itsdanw]

Thanks again for playing this. Three years ago I found solace in this post and searched it out because here we are again in 2020, and it is still a time to grieve. The names have changed, but so little else. Peace.

[@DISCUSSTING]

This is so raw and deeply moving. The emotions are so strong in this music. I appreciate you sharing this with the world. Maybe one day the sorrow will end for us.

[@ladyaly864]

Poor soul. It will get better before it could get worst soon enough. Hope dear child...HOPE! He plays soo beautifully! Bravissimo!

[@LanNguyen-iu3oe]

Beautiful! Your cello has such an exquisite tone :)

[@snazzyspeedy]

I first saw this on Facebook last year. The very first note brought tears to my eyes that didn’t stop until well after the song had ended. Here I am over a year later and the same thing is happening to me all over again

[@thephantomeagle2]

Truly inspiring. amazing rendition of an amazing piece.

[@CBhim]

Beautiful. Absolutely Beautiful. Didn't know a cello could even DO that. My God. Stunning. "Thank You" for this.

[@OfWhatsToCome]

I love music, so much so it definitely impacts my daily life, what I truly enjoy is metal, because it draws from so much in every genre, but, I cannot even begin to debate or argue that this form of music is the most emotional, this and the Piano, there is no other greater form of expression that can be made. Sincerely, thank you for what you've done, and what you've created, I will listen to this for years to come, and It'll never be forgotten with me or anyone I know. Thank you.

[@clcoxvp]

My heart! So, so many feels. Music is one of our universal languages......

[@minstrlmummr]

I saw your video on Facebook earlier. Thanks so much for uploading it here, I have some friends who "don't do Facebook" who can see it now 8)

[@WOLFEAGLE]

I am there with you Cremaine.. Oh my goodness, yes. Beautiful ..

[@Martyr9991]

This is absolutely fantastic. This was posted on facebook by "Upworthy" and it makes me really sad that that post has 900k+ views and this has under 70k.

[@FaeryVixen]

My favorite cello piece. You made me cry... You are a treasure.