Send In The Clowns - Stephen Sondheim (Allison Young cover)

Hello everyone!
I know I have not posted any solo songs on my channel in a while, but I'm back baby! This song is one of my favorite Sondheim tunes, and I discovered it three days before his passing in 2022. I listened to it over and over in my hotel room when I was on tour on my day off, and wept for hours. It is such a gorgeously sorrowful and haunting song and I fell in love with it.
"Send In the Clowns" is a song written by Stephen Sondheim for the 1973 musical 'A Little Night Music', an adaptation of Ingmar Bergman's 1955 film 'Smiles of a Summer Night'.
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[@elleandtoni]

MY GOD, Allison this is so beautiful

[@allisonyoungmusic]

Thank you so much!! 💌 Lets make music sometime, yeah?

[@elleandtoni]

@@allisonyoungmusic YES!

[@andersjohansson4734]

@@elleandtoni We need a Woodstock concert with all you kids! The Other Favorites, The Bygones, Reina and Toni and throw in some of the youngsters around Sina drums, MonaLisa twins, I am sure you can grab a whole bunch from Josh summer trip last year, and all your other talented friends that I don't know the names of. You are all amazing.

[@JackFlaps]

@@allisonyoungmusic I`m looking forward to you ladies collaborating

[@Dan-sc7us]

And Allison is just as beautiful!!

[@truthstillmatters59]

If Allison were alive and singing in 1945 she would have been one of the biggest recording stars in the country. I absolutely love her voice.

[@Chetloore]

But only in 1945. Any other year and she would of been dumpster diving.

[@jeannie1renee2]

Instead we have Taylor Not-So-Swift...😒

[@michaelplunkett8059]

We need your P.S. I love you.

[@jamesperdue8355]

No, we are lucky to have Allison because of KZbin. She would most likely not have been discovered in the 40’s. She was able to bypass the blood sucking record companies and become known for her immense talent. Thanks to social media she has a chance to make it.

[@gradeahonky]

Fuck that. She's alive now and has a beautiful voice now. Who know what niches and needs society will have to come, and what a talented person might find themselves able to maneuver to.

[@Simbosan]

Lovely to hear a heartfelt version of this rather than overblown Broadway style. Best version of this song I've heard

[@guitarista666]

It's great seeing young people, such as yourself , appreciating these wonderful songs of the past, but not only appreciating them, but doing them so well that someone like Sondheim himself would probably feel honored by the effort.

[@davidseth2851]

What art! From the rich vocals, the minimalist accompaniment , set design, and that Mona Lisa smile at 3:16.

[@JimForeman]

Stunning! ❤❤❤ THAT, people, is brave talent. No overdubs, no back-up singers, fireworks, dancers, twerking, props or auto-tune to overwhelm the experience or distract from a lack of skill. Simple music and real singing with beautiful control and phrasing.

[@artillerybuff2000]

Absolutely beautiful performance, I love it! Thank you so much Allison!!

[@pauluriaz4943]

Very unusual in the sense that her singing evokes a splendor of many classical styles. What a gem of a talent.

[@anjelakewell9671]

Oh my word……so beautiful and deeply soulful. Thank you Alison for bringing such rich singing to us all.

[@theophilus46]

Allison has most always been a fan of the 40's style of music, style, clothes, and everything around her Many of us are totally mesmerized by this young womans voice that needs no back up or auto tune She and Josh Turner are a great duo as well She can do most any cover better than the original artist ! ! ! so cool..... oh, yeah........easy on the eyes too ! ! ! !

[@user-wf5co6ct7l]

You wrote a lovely compliment to Allison only to spoil it with your last sentence. Not that I disagree, but did it need to be said!

[@judy8117]

ALLISON'S voice just keeps getting better,beautiful song!☘️🙂☘️🙂🐾🐾💯

[@trwsandford]

I'll never not be completely in love with this woman. That voice! It rings. If there are people that don't believe in angels, they haven't heard her.

[@63sgjunior]

You just keep getting better and better and you never disappoint. Beautifully sung. Keep them coming.

[@bobdrifter2402]

This will be the favorite version of everyone who hears it. Thank you,, Allison.

[@mutualbeard]

Yep!

[@seuberman]

This has for me always been a song on infinite sadness. I first encountered it as the theme for "The Boy in the Plastic Bubble" with John Travolta, sung by Judy Collins. When Glynis Johns passed away it was mentioned that the song was written specifically for her to sing in "A Little Night Music". No matter who sings it, I always weep. Thank you for yet another beautiful version. :)

[@barrymiller8137]

Allison, Your perfect voice, technically, has reached a new plateau, that few singers achieve---inducing deep, poignant emotions deep inside your listeners. Bravo!

[@surfacingcom]

I cant remember how many times ive heard this song, this may be my favorite rendition. thank you.

[@kenklingenberg4680]

Simply beautiful. As a child of the 60's I never "heard" this song until now. I shared a tear with you. Thanks

[@jerrydolenz4836]

Ms. Young: I must say within seconds of listening to your voice, I was pleasantly surprise. Your voice is one of the purest, distinctive clarity I've heard in a long time. And, you seem to sing effortlessly! I hope that you also do some writing. Put it all together, I see Great Times ahead for You. Good Luck and God be with You. You're blessed with a beautiful Voice and Talent!

[@tracythorleifson4108]

Never one of my fav Sondheim tunes… until now. Good Lord, that was beautiful. ❤❤❤

[@michaelfoxbrass]

Same. Allison took a so-often over-emotionalized tune and made something brand new of it.

[@goodstuff3874]

Great voice. Awful song. Hated it in the 70’s & sad I came across it again 😂

[@jeffhughes6167]

That’s the way this song should have been released, you slowed it down just perfect, LOVED IT !!!!

[@davidmorse8432]

One of my very favorite songs sung so well in the past by Judy Collins and now made new again by Allison. Thank you for this post Allison, you added your special touch to this piece and somehow made my life, "rich". The lyrics always haunt me.

[@jameseast7966]

Ms Allison, your vocal range is amazing. Thanks for keeping the old songs alive and well.

[@jameybrooks5396]

I listened to this song for decades by various professionals. No one has vocalized it as well as you have here; bravo!

[@TheGrasspond]

Best version I’ve heard. So much soul

[@tomas5376]

What a beautiful rendition of this classic song!🎶🎵🎶🎵🎵🎵🎶🎵👏👏👏👏🙏🏼

[@hansc8433]

Oh wow, this is sublime! It gave me goosebumps. The timing was perfect, the guitar just enough. Loved it!

[@keithwigley1256]

And that is just the problem ..to perfect ..so wheres the edge and new way of expressing this classic ..tell Josh to let them create their music more freely..

[@JackFlaps]

@@keithwigley1256 what does Josh have to do with this?

[@keithwigley1256]

@@JackFlaps well haven't you noticed when they are playing with Josh they all seem under the cosh of his perfectionism, afraid to make a mistake , killing spontaneity...they are all great musicians , singers but seem to be stiffled...? Well take a look...one take , then another, another , another..? Thats not musical freedom...or am I seeing things wrong ?

[@ragtimeKG]

Without question, this is my favorite rendition of this song. I feel like I had never really heard it until today.

[@toddt6542]

Wow...wow...wow! What a masterclass in music artistry...from the sublime guitar to the haunting vocals...wow...wow...wow! Allison at the top of her game!

[@michaelrobinson1905]

Simple and lovely. Thanks Allison.

[@thesevencyns]

Never has a voice brought me so close to tears. You are simply incredible, from such an angelic voice to the way you smile with your eyes. Breathtaking rendition by an absolutely amazing young woman. Thank you for being you

[@musclecarfan74]

I have been following in her channel for years, beautiful voice, and human being.

[@andreaskammandel8523]

Manchmal ist weniger mehr. Dieses gefühlvolle Gitarrenspiel gepaart mit einer zart souligen Stimme, einfach wundervoll: Mehr davon .

[@ibissensei1856]

Consistency with which miss Young make me cry is pretty astonishing.

[@JoshHarmon]

incredible

[@TheGuitologist]

That was absolutely stunning. Brava.

[@DanPurdy1]

Unbelievably beautiful voice on a very classic song. Life is good.

[@ayokay123]

Such a captivating vocal timbre. I LOVE your voice.

[@boulderdesigner]

Allison you have an amazing angelic voice! Thank you 👏👏

[@The333Wanderer]

There is a universal vibration that brings peace to the mind and soul. That vibration is your voice. Thank you, Allison. 😊

[@ronaldogalen]

Your voice is the very definition of sweet and pure. And you sing this so well. Love you for doing it.

[@thomasbischof392]

Every time when I think I found my favorite Song from you there's another one. Please never stop making musik and share with us.

[@christianlooren886]

Quelle jolie et douce mélodie, personne ne peut mieux l'interpréter que vous, merci Allison ❤Et l'enregistrement est d'excellente qualité!👍

[@STAND-ALONE]

Classic voice' old soul, beautiful.

[@Dan-sc7us]

I first heard this song when Judy Collins recorded it! You sing it as beautifully as she ever did! You are indeed a, "ruby throated sparrow"!! Love you!!

[@tonnywildweasel8138]

It's been a very long time since a voice, and music, touched me this way. Thank you so much for sharing your talent 🌷 Greets from the Netherlands 🇳🇱, Tonny.

[@flipnap2112]

Lovely. what a refreshing break from the usual. This was like a walk in the park in fall with the ghost of myself from the past, talking about next year. Thank you Allison.

[@JerryGDawg56]

It’s such a pleasure to hear you sing! Absolutely beautiful! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@leondadoun5421]

Very well done! The hardest part of this song is letting it breath and you did that extremely well.

[@schwartzenheimer1]

Astoundingly, shockingly beautiful...thank you for sharing it with us...

[@richardking9442]

One my favorites, done in a beautiful new way. Love it! Thank you. 😊

[@LDaw_96]

I check iTunes regularly for more music from you. I hope when you record another album you include this one. I will be waiting a ready to buy it.

[@alyoshakaramazov8469]

Thank you. I look forward to every one of your videos. You make my eyes and ears happy.

[@JohnLumpp]

Allison, your voice is so beautiful and epic. I love listening to you sing.

[@PuddlesPityParty]

So wonderful!!!

[@user-gu1kx4qk8b]

Judy Collins 1975. I love this song. But with your warm voice You make the song better! Thank You Allison.

[@dennisd3926]

Beautifully sung. Great arrangement. Much more spare and simple than I'd heard since Judy Collins did it so many years ago. Very, very well done.

[@matthirn7858]

This song has been performed by some truly great singers and musicians. The bar is quite high for this one. Allison, you did not disappoint. Through the subtle changes in your playing to match the flow of the songs sad poetry and truly feeling the emotion of the song, you made this your own. Well done!

[@ericfein9851]

Wow simply perfect!

[@stevesomers7366]

What a beautiful arrangement and voice! Just awesome! Thank you!

[@user-xh1kz7rm4j]

updated yet timeless, sublime. Simply lovely.

[@ukulelejodi5175]

YOU ARE AMAZING WITH CLASS AND BEAUTY AND A VOICE LIKE AND ANGEL!

[@cajunbassdude5012]

Wow, just wow! Absolutely beautiful interpretation of a classic!

[@KindCreature1]

Very beautifully done! Thank you for putting clowns in a magical light. Mike in Oregon

[@juanfransisco6231]

Wow!!! Just wow… amazing voice! Makes me appreciate being a clown in this experience we call life… such a beautiful sad song…

[@johnhulme9711]

Beautiful young lady with a fantastic voice. Just found her, and loved the videos and music.

[@anddrewday821]

your singing, and that typewriter, are absolutely gorgeous

[@philipwilkes2780]

Such a great voice, thank you as always.

[@ammagnolia]

Everyone's going to comment on how beautiful this is sung and played so let me compliment whoever set up the room. Kudos. It really sets the atmosphere. The way the orange red pops against the more mute colors. These small shining lights amongst Grey and the absent of color; of happiness? Gorgeously shot :')

[@joq702]

Most excellent, in all ways. So relaxing. Perfect with my afternoon coffee last day of Feb 2023. I love the subtle light finger-style, your accents that add so much to your playing. Oh, your voice. It is a blessing and honor you share it with us.

[@glennsprigg2378]

In maybe 5 years, or max 10 years, this exceptionally beautiful & talented girl will be Globally top of the Charts!!!... You'll see...

[@danahorton9841]

Beautiful in every way ❤

[@rdouglas1965]

I'm absolutely overwhelmed by your arrangement. Such a great way to take the sophisticated chords and make them approachable, yet still encapsulating the feel of the song. You could do a lesson video on this.

[@ScottVanArendonk]

Your voice! Oh my word...Please put up more solo songs.

[@kirkrobertson2099]

Thank you. So moving, tears wont stop.

[@markkmiecik9797]

Well done. No embellishment. Just a great song, masterfully performed. Kudos.

[@doctormetal2806]

So, Heart stopping very well done, hit me like a sledgehammer I needed that, thanks young lady.

[@pavelkratochvila6157]

Wow, soulful singing with a great vibes. Tiny smile at the end, thanks 🙂🙏

[@brucewalker3379]

Allison, it is time for Broadway! You have it all. You are the total package.

[@robertgarland805]

Breathtaking. Spell binding. Thank you

[@sourisvoleur4854]

I have always loved this song - you do a bang-up job on it. Your subtle timing and little lilts and pauses are fabulous and really bring out the painfulness of hte words.

[@thomasschreiner243]

Exquisite. Sophisticated. Elegant. Perfection

[@katiathesinger]

I could listen to this on repeat for ever

[@dannylee9463]

Wow, thank you Allison! Your voice is like honeyed velvet. I'm blissed out...

[@wyattblessing7078]

Sweet Allison singing me a sweet lullaby to fall asleep to. Life is perfect. Also been a while since I've seen Allison at Grandma's wearing her clothes. I miss it.

[@bermchasin]

I loved your version of this with the Accords last night!

[@dcwriter11769]

Your voice is such an amazing instrument. Just incredible. Love this song and you just nailed it. 👏🏻

[@MrJonnyd7606]

I never heard this sung in 3/4 time before, but it works magnificently. Thank you, Ms. Young!

[@jeffdetmer4681]

Allison, thank you for using your gift so wonderfully, and to the benefit of all of us. Magnificent!

[@ZezvaAsanidze]

I beloved your songs and voice. Perfect. Thank You!

[@stevekinney7423]

So lovely and food for our well-being. Many thanks

[@fnordvelkor3386]

Delightful. Thanks.

[@waynetd1959]

Classic song, classic singer ❤️

[@GemsOnVHS]

Lovely.

[@eccolibri60]

What an exquisite voice!

[@rocketpost1]

Perfect Allison, not an easy song to sing but you made it your own and re-invigorated the whole song. You have an amazing expressive voice and even ventured into light opera here. Gorgeous.

[@robertcatalde6086]

You are very, very good. My heart was breaking all the way through. Well done!

[@eritain]

a voice just barely this side of sand slipping through an hourglass a voice so solid and present that if an earthquake hit just now, I'd try to grab hold of it to steady myself a continuum in between, that you glide across without a bump, fast or slow as you want glorious

[@glennsprigg2378]

Damn it, I keep coming back here, to comment!!! I'm a 'musician', and my 'Brain' is well aware of what constitutes audible beauty... However, also being 'not' blind, I/we are blessed with Allison's obvious personal Beauty, that always transcends every thing she plays/does, to an indescribable beautiful visual culmination... sigh...Our World is blessed!!!!!

[@JackFlaps]

perfect, that`s as good as it can be sung. thank you for sharing