SONGS ONLY「Yuki Kajiura LIVE 番外編 ～STUDIO配信LIVE vol #1 reprise!」

[@OokiiPeter]

UPDATE 1.8.24 kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2jEp5WgrMSdgMk Thank you all for listening. Yes, I am aware of the issues in this video (the audio and video being slightly misalligned, and the last song, Tsubasa, breaking at around 1:13:46). The video attached above is a recording of just that song. Unfortunately, to my knowledge I cannot fix these issues without reuploading the original video - assuming i can get that to even work properly. Believe me, this bugs me far more than it bugs any of you. I want to provide nothing but the best auditory & visual experience for everyone, yet there were two cricital errors here. My sincere apologies. Kind regards to you all, and thank you for listening. Please remember to support Kajiura-san.

[@YourFriendTomFromMyspace]

These things happen sometimes, no worries. Thanks for the upload! This is my go-to stress relief in the evenings.

[@derek8282]

I come here every day and I'm just happy this is here, thanks for uploading and caring

[@TirOrah]

Hey, it happens. Better for it to be here in a slightly flawed state than not at all. And I have uploads like yours to thank for even knowing this exists!

[@selenaggomez]

i'm not one for ripping off youtube, which was a mistake until i found this upload. it has been a solace for 9 months every here and there when i tried to find it. sometimes a few days in a week, sometimes a day or two in a month. cheers for taking care about it even after uploading, and i wouldve supported kajiura if i wasnt a day-to-day living scrub, so im thankful for what you provide.

[@tiffuhkneejeannine]

hearing tsubasa in 2024 just makes me so incredibly emotional and nostalgic :') thank you so much for uploading this!

[@OokiiPeter]

I'm always glad to hear people enjoy these songs so much. Thanks for listening!

[@ardenskylark6235]

RIGHT?!

[@TheSeeking2know]

35:31 I liked this version for Joelle’s vocal variety (and that sweet head voice on top) though I’m still partial to Kaori’s original in 2008. 36:32 Violin solo emphasizes the mourning sadness of the song. 😢😢😢 38:12 “Too far”, she uses the breath to give the effect of being far - word painting again! 38:57 The heaven and earth of Fiction Junction. 39:49 Hear Yuriko lean into her mask resonance for that bright heavy dynamic/tonal shift! 🌷 40:48 Yuriko’s own bright, forward version of this Hanae staple. 🍻 42:47 Yuriko puts on the gas to her piercing head voice and at 43:17 really brought it fully forward to her brightest mask placement! ❤❤❤👑👑👑 47:12 Yuriko’s lead hit! The beginning of YK’s hit tracks got anime I’ve heard. 50:52 Hear how Yuriko’s and Joelle’s voices blend well in terms of tone and placement. 🌷🌷 54:05 I always love the syncopated off beat from the instruments and again at 54:57! 55:08 Yuriko’s high soprano! 1:01:16 Yuriko dancing. 1:02:14 cute! 1:02:29 1:04:21 Yuriko floating away again! 1:07:36 One of the Most vibe-y Songs of Yuki Kajiura’s discography with that intro and the lyrics and melody! I am more enamored of Kaori’s original take in 2008 just because of nostalgia, though this is the superior vocal version! 1:10:17 Yuriko’s looks up as if singing the song to Someone up there. 🙌🏾

[@TheSeeking2know]

I can imagine our 4 ladies going out to dinner together after recording this live.

[@markzz7270]

5 maybe

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@markzz7270 Including Kajiura, yes!

[@NRDSM1984]

Kajiura-san and the 4 vocal angels. very lovely.

[@BarrettBiggers]

Shine! Bright morning light. Now in the air the Spring is coming. Sweet, blowing wind singing down the hills and valleys. Keep your eyes on me now we're on the edge hell. Dear my love, sweet morning light, wait for me you've gone much farther...too far...

[@Kakashi713]

Hear my love, sweet morning light, wait for me you've gone much farther to find*

[@OokiiPeter]

TIMESTAMPS The World 00:00:16 Key of the Twilight 00:06:19 Vanity 00:10:39 Liminality 00:15:11 In the Land of Twilight Under the Moon 00:20:21 I Talk to the Rain 00:25:19 Godsibb 00:30:01 Fake Wings 00:35:30 姫星 (Himeboshi) 00:38:45 梶浦由記 (Mezame) 00:40:27 Canta Per Me 00:47:02 Salva Nos 00:50:20 Zodiacal Sign 00:56:16 A Song of Storm and Fire 01:02:51 Open Your Heart 01:07:33 Tsubasa 01:13:46

[@AvalosTokyo]

The Xenosaga tracks slap the HARDEST. みな頑張る

[@music00037]

thank you so much

[@Leovold]

Vanity is such an insane song with all the voices going on.

[@OokiiPeter]

Absolutely!

[@NRDSM1984]

I like Keiko's part. Though it's hard for me to sing that part, a bit challenging.

[@hannahelizebulda7995]

2024 and all of the songs still slaps!!!!!!

[@maiphan9140]

Tsubasa Chronicles will always be one of my favourite childhood anime. I Talk To The Rain brings back so many emotions. I'm touched. Thank you Yuki Kajura and the team for bringing these masterpieces back to life!

[@Leovold]

Keiko is one of the most beautiful people ive seen in my life.

[@OokiiPeter]

She certainly puts a great deal of effort into her appearance! I adore her voice especially. Does anyone else in particular come to mind? I also am fond of Yuko Suzuhana!

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@OokiiPeterOk you’re also a Yuko fan! That’s another awesome vocalist. Next level in her lane of traditional/rock fusion.

[@latanchemasquee]

@@OokiiPeter Keiko is still very beautiful, but I preferred her during the ‘Kalafina’ period. And let's not forget Wakana, who was with Fiction Juncton before Joelle.

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@latanchemasquee Are you referring to Wakana in terms of her looks/beauty?

[@latanchemasquee]

@@TheSeeking2know Yes, of course! Wakana really shines in the ‘Far on the water’ and ‘Kimino Nino Niwa’ videos. But also in other areas, like singing, for example.

[@TheSeeking2know]

3:02 Listen to the feeling and emotion from Joelle on the word “crying”, and how she essentially ‘cries’ with her rising dynamics in singing the word. That’s word painting and that ability is one of the reasons I’m a fan of Joelle and a staunch supporter of her as a worthy addition to FictionJunction. 6:38 Listen to the dynamics by Joelle and Yuriko. I really feel Joelle’s skill allows for more duet with with her and Yuriko. Look at Kajiura smiling at their duet start. 13:07 It’s possible to rush at this point in Joelle’s position, but she managed it well. 13:32 Keiko’s solo triumph in this song! She didn’t belt the top note at 14:13 indeed opting to go to head voice. 33:26 Strong energy from the three of them! Keiko’s voice would have been too heavy at this point. The three mask users are best here.

[@NguyenTrong1801]

Hey, gotta thank you a lot. Your comments are always elaborated and accentuated in the details of every single song and track. I’m not a native speaker myself, but English is currently my major; that’s why sophisticated and thorough comments like the one you were making are valuable as they provide a handful of words for me. I did not really pay deep attention to music or singers back then, but you flipped the table ;).

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@NguyenTrong1801 Oh wow! I really appreciate your comments. Glad that my posts are helpful! Always so many exciting details to discuss. This is also a learning and listening experience for me too. 🙏🏾 I wish you the best in your English language major! ✌🏾

[@OokiiPeter]

​@NguyenTrong1801 the proof of your studies is shining through brilliantly, even in this comment alone. I wish you all the best on your studies!

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@OokiiPeter 👍👍👍

[@NguyenTrong1801]

@@OokiiPeterI’m sooooo flabbergasted. Thank you very much for your kindness. Embracing a foreign language as a major surely isn’t straightforward and painless. But I’m trying my best, and Yuki Kajiura plays a huge role in that journey, plus these observations as well. XD. Advanced words such as converge ( ex the chorus in Mezame), subtle (Joelle & Yuriko head voice), simultaneously (double lines like in In the land of twilight), decipher/ articulate (Vanity),… I did and am still learning via your depiction. Again, I truly appreciate your opinion and effort.

[@monus782]

Mezame in particular is my favorite and I was dismayed that other recordings of it were taken down so I'm glad we have the whole album here.

[@vincentiavista93]

Yuriko's voice really gave me goosebumps. especially when she uses her head voice. i love yuriko san so much! T.T They all have wonderful voices.Thank you very much Ookii-san for posted here. This really made my day

[@OokiiPeter]

I'm glad that you enjoyed it so much! Yuriko's voice is gorgeous.

[@TheSeeking2know]

And she’s able to go light and float or press the gas and go heavy and cutting! She can also use dynamics as well! ❤❤❤

[@ggbuzzy]

What a gem! I listened to it 10+ times already. Thanks to youtube recommendations. It's very rare to find a concert/album to listen completely without skipping any songs or feeling bored. And this is it! Great performance, pure voices, this live sounds like a studio recording or even greater. And of course, it's always a pleasure to see smiles on the faces of people who are happy with what they do. :)

[@OokiiPeter]

It's definitely a gem! I was amazed by the quality as well, and seeing the performance in a studio was really cool. The concert was truly a pleasure to attend. Glad you enjoyed!

[@NguyenTrong1801]

Yuriko often sings and dances very subtly and lightly. It’s infrequent and rather interesting to see her go into beast mode. Some notable moments are in Mezame and Salva Nos (chorus and solo). Music does influence one’s behavior and disposition.

[@TirOrah]

I'm not that familiar with these vocalists and so, on my first viewing, I thought Yuriko was not as prominent in these performances as the other three. I've grown to notice and appreciate her contributions on repeat viewings, though. She's so good! They all are.

[@NguyenTrong1801]

@@TirOrahThe Utahimes did not act out fiercely and energetically for this was a quarantined live studio; I can see your points in which Yuriko did not go all out unlike other performances. However, as there was no audience or stage to focus on, they rather sang with their teammates and inner souls (closing their eyes and projecting toward the cameras). Yuriko is currently the oldest one in the group, my guess is that she is in her late 40s by now, so she tends to lay back more and rather unleash the actual powers via her head voice. ;)

[@TheSeeking2know]

Cool that you point that out.

[@joaoaugusto6290]

Im so glad you posted here! I got scared when i saw most of the other videos got taken down, thank you so much for helping preserve this gem!

[@OokiiPeter]

Yeah, we've lost a lot of really good Live recordings recently, especially with Ghost's channel being hit. I'm hoping nothing happens here.

[@TirOrah]

Well, at least for this particular concert, it was finally released on BD this month as part of the 30th anniversary early best collection. Only for the limited edition, but still. I'm sure that for those unable to get their hands on that release, it will remain available somewhere.

[@OokiiPeter]

​@TirOrah very true. I'm glad there exists an official release

[@TirOrah]

@@OokiiPeter Me too. Still, thanks for keeping it alive! I wouldn't have found out about this concert if someone hadn't linked this to me.

[@monus782]

I was dismayed that other recordings of Mezame in particular were taken down so I'm also really glad we have this.

[@sakurad0nut]

I'm so happy listening to this, my childhood was tsubasa 😭😭❤❤❤❤

[@OokiiPeter]

It seems that a great deal of people had the same (or a similar) experience with Tsubasa!

[@NguyenTrong1801]

Yuriko and Joelle share a similar voice frequency and pitch once they start using their head voices; sometimes it is impossible to differentiate the leading vocalist without the cameras. I’m so loving Joelle.

[@TheSeeking2know]

Oh yes!!!!! ❤❤❤❤ It’s one of the reasons a I call Joelle and Yuriko “vocal sisters”. Their head voice facility and having almost the same rate of vibrato at the end of phrases means they can synchronize a lot together in rehearsals and live. It also means their duets are of the highest refinement in FJ.

[@NguyenTrong1801]

@@TheSeeking2know Yuriko and Joelle are now the top two versatile vocalists in the group. Their classically trained power and experience enable them to simultaneously duet and control the dynamic. Not the mention the fact that their voices complement one another, so either of them can lay back, or augment the multi-layer harmony. Too much power.

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@NguyenTrong1801 Yes I agree. In the entire main roster. The guest singers like Eri Itou, Hane, REMI, KOKIA, Yuuka Nanri, and some others are also trained in college - so there’s some obvious refinement. The cool thing is that those with a classical background can bring some of the fundamentals of that training to multiple genres in trend of the use of head voice and the breath control and so on - that will include Eri Itou, KOKIA, and so on who have sung musical theater-style songs or Disney songs. Joelle brings in the soul and jazz elements into it, while Yuriko blends in some of the traditional Japanese ornamentations (heavier, oscillation-like vibrato, which Kaori also uses in her heavier belting), and Yuriko is also able to use tonally-consistent breathy aspects for effect. And Yuriko’s mask placement is unmatched. She’s rarely straining her voice - she just uses the resonance to pierce through. 🫡

[@NguyenTrong1801]

@@TheSeeking2know Yuriko has an impressive vocal range that deserves applause. She can easily register a mix-to-head voice or complete head voice/soprano. In songs like "Key of the Twilight" or "Vanity," Yuriko plays a harmonizing role. I noticed that she did not struggle or make any mistakes while singing duets with Joelle or Wakana (older rendition). It's challenging to maintain a stable vocal line while supporting the main singer, but Yuriko was able to do it with ease. Talking about her mask resonance, she frequently uses it while performing famous tracks. I guess that's how she spices things up a bit ;). During the chorus of the song "Mezame," there is a part where Keiko and Kaori sing together in a counter line. Yuriko's movements during this part were noticeable and full of energy, which was different from Tomaru Hanae's performance in Vol. 9. Hanae's singing in the ending verses was more peaceful and subtle, possibly because she was trained to perform in stadiums or halls where professionalism and expertise are required. Yuriko, on the other hand, has been singing with Kajiura for a while now, collaborating with singers from different genres..

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@NguyenTrong1801 Great points! A good effect of being part of Yuko Kajiura’s vocal ensemble is that you get to sing different types of songs in multiple contexts: as a lead, as chorus, in a duet context. Yuriko has a wider vocal palette than Hanae, because Yuriko is able to utilize her mix well, add in mask placement, go breathy, and so on. Hanae is pure classical/operatic (and thus musical theater easily) and has beautiful control and consistency of tone. She hasn’t shown any other styles she may have. Yuriko’s “Mezame” was able to differentiate the points of climax by using her mix/mask to different degrees. Hanae in Vol. 9 held back her vocal power until the last climax (and I believe was also assisted by a sudden increase in the reverb on her mic at that moment that expanded the surprise). The live was also more energetic in general from all the singers/lighting/camera work, etc. In Vol. 17, her variation in power was less evident (she’s much older at this point so it’s understandable) and there was a more subdued and solemn/ mysterious feel to Hanae’s vocal posture in all her songs, which sadly also carried over into “Mezame”.

[@TheSeeking2know]

2:38 Hear the vibrato on “call”. ❤❤❤ Joelle really got to show off her skills in FJ this live for me. Maybe that was part of the strategic purpose from Yuki Kajiura, to be a bit of a Joelle showcase. 🤔 So fans would gradually get more familiarity with her voice and interpretation.

[@佐藤-m8q]

やっぱり梶浦さんの曲は良い••• .hackは特に思い出深く、最高だ❤

[@jaketong6607]

I still can't get over for Godsibb & Open your heart by Joelle version!

[@OokiiPeter]

@jaketong6607 Aren't they incredible?

[@jaketong6607]

@@OokiiPeter indeed! Joelle's voice is so powerful!

[@MariisaSims]

Diese Lieder begleiten mich gefühlt schon mein halbes Leben lang

[@Lady_Bella]

I Talk to the rainのかおちゃんの声が好きすぎて何度も聴いてる

[@NakuruKouChannel]

joelle, kaori & keiko are literally goddesses

[@OokiiPeter]

I can't disagree lol

[@TheSeeking2know]

They are lovely indeed visually and vocally. And Yuriko is immense in her value and technique as well

[@chyuame]

I cried to this so many times lol such an amazing array of songs with the most beautiful blend of voices I've ever heard. Kajiura's composition talent is something I will treasure, there is simply no one else like her. Thank you for this upload!

[@OokiiPeter]

I couldn't agree more - the composition, the instrumentals, and the vocals all come together so wonderfully, so beautifully. Truly angelic. Thank you for listening!

[@TheSeeking2know]

One of their best recordings as a group ever. Really strong. Joelle was instrumental and really took charge of her role as a primary lead for most of the earlier songs especially.

[@chyuame]

@@TheSeeking2know Joelle is definitely one of the best addition to FictionJunction, the renditions of the songs on this live are my absolute favorite, especially Vanity, Mezame, and Zodiacal Sign. Zodiacal Sign feels so full if you get what I mean? The blend of their voices is the best I ever heard the song. Of course Wakana is irreplaceable, but Joelle fit into her role well, she has such an amazing tone of voice

[@TheSeeking2know]

35:31 I am appreciating this version once again for the changes in the arrangement: 1 beautiful vocal instead of 2 (Kaori and Yuriko in the 2008 version), the equally beautiful violin solo and accompaniment, and the different way Kajiura played with along. 38:57 The richness of Yuriko's voice especially with her mix on the top notes hit even better than the 2008 version for me.

[@NguyenTrong1801]

“Shine bright morning light, now in the….” the beginning part was musicless, allowing Joelle’s airy voice to be fully shined. “Keep your eyes on me….” Kaori in the 2008 version inchoated the chorus with a denser and fuller resonance while Joelle delivered it placidly. I respect the rollercoaster emotions throughout the initial segment because we can really see how she shifted between mid-to-head voice to head voice, instead of opting for a complete soprano range. “Now, we’re on of….. hell.” the legato here is essentially notable and ethereal. She's understanding and harmonizing with the lyrics, the meaning, and the slow timbre of this rendition. During the second play, Joelle adds more emotions and feelings at the beginning line, unlike its subtle counterpart at the beginning. Spicy Multiple in-take breaths punctuated the song, but I deem it necessary because it adds a deeper and warmer color. No additional vocalists were there, so there were instruments alone to accompany Joelle, but she nailed it perfectly. :)

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@NguyenTrong1801 I am with you on your points! Joelle's technique and vocal intentions really shine in the acappella beginning and is only accentuated by the music. She has intricate dynamics that she uses in the middle of words and phrases to paint the feeling of the lyrics to our ears. It also helps that she understands the language and can accentuate specific words with the right emotion (for English listeners). I think when English listeners hear Joelle sing Kajiura's English songs the emotional/technical expression hits more because it is accurately placed. The other ladies sing those songs phonetically so they are limited in how they can place their emotional expressions. The only comparable section from another FJ singer is Keiko taking the beginning of "Alleluia" in the live where they wore elaborate long patterned attire and Keiko came out by herself to start. It wasn't as intricate as Joelle's but a good sign of her solo vocal skill independent of musical instrumental support or harmonic assistance from other singers. When there's no music the true quality of your voice and technique is laid bare.

[@NRDSM1984]

of all the songs, I personally love vanity, liminality, canta per me, salva nos, and zodiacal sign. The epic choreography of zodiacal sign even kids can learn (haha). The addition of Joelle in FictionJunction really adds variety and clarity in singing English songs. Yuriko Kaida's headtones are really insane, only she can do that. Keiko's part in vanity really hits me, she's a very vital part of the vocals. Kaori never fails us with her charms and vocals. and Kajiura-san is a genius. and the instrumentalists they are all gifted, especially the violinist, Hitoshi Konno.

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@NRDSM1984 Great points. I agree with all of them. Yuriko is a massive pillar of Kajiura's music, but just her range but her tone and delicacy. That color is painted all over Kajiura's music and even if any of the very capable guest singers (for example, Hanae, Eri, or REMI) were to attempt fill in the gel would be different. Guess I understand why a number of fans have struggled in acclimating to Joelle's voice.

[@NRDSM1984]

@@TheSeeking2know Joelle can sing fluently in English. That's why she has a solo (no other voices) in FAKE WINGS. She sings well in English and Kajiurago. I just don't know if she can sing too in Japanese. In the new arrangement of the song 'stone cold', Kaori does the lines of former member Wakana. while Joelle was only singing the Kajiurago parts.

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@NRDSM1984 Joelle can definitely speak and sing in Japanese. She's half-Japanese. Here's my favorite song of hers from another project. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIWqe5Vjo7SWjJIsi=_UmkYdstvIZaG4Tb

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@NRDSM1984 This is an example of Joelle singing in Japanese. What do you think? kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIC0nIuglqh5ptU It might just be a case of protecting her from Wakana comparisons from fans who haven't accepted her, or needing a more belt-like singer (such as Kaori) to sing those parts, or needing to save Joelle for the English language songs. Kajiura has her own ideas on how to use the singers.

[@NRDSM1984]

@@TheSeeking2know IMPRESSIVE. Thanks for that.

[@ultramarine18]

Like , like, like, like...

[@KeiLin11]

I'm so glad this treasure is still alive, so sad that Gh0st and the others are gone now. Keep it up and more power.

[@OokiiPeter]

I'm so sad that Gh0st and others are gone too :/ I'll do everything in my power to keep this one up!

[@TheSeeking2know]

❤

[@NguyenTrong1801]

2020 Vanity is very different compared to the 2008 version - The leading vocalist, Joelle, has a clear and very distinctive way to articulate the whole song. Correct stressing and precise intonation are important in order to define a good song for those who speak English. :) - The tempo and the key were changed to adapt to the new vocal renovation, and I adore these changes. - Yuriko’s lower registration somehow blended very well with Joelle’s bright chest voice. I believe this harmony is one of the main reasons why Kajiura decided to have Joelle lead several English songs with Yuriko’s accompaniment. - The belting part of Keiko never ceased to amaze me. Putting the 2008 and 2020 versions into a scale, we can see how much her voice has improved and enhanced, of course, thanks to Yuki Kajiura :’(

[@TheSeeking2know]

Yes! Joelle and Yuriko are a power duo in Fiction Junction. Yuriko does quite well supporting Joelle and vice versa.

[@TheSeeking2know]

Good point also on Joelle's clarity and Keiko's vocal maturity.

[@nainai7441]

Thank you for this! Kajiura san music is out of the world

[@briannguyen6248]

Ty for this, I get so sad these pieces get taken down because idk where to buy them legally if not in Japan.

[@OokiiPeter]

Agreed - it's a shame that buying them isn't as straightforward (nor affordable lol)

[@ardenskylark6235]

No way do I get to see this I'm so LUCKKKYYYY!!!!!

[@OokiiPeter]

I'm glad you found your way here!

[@derek8282]

Thanks! Some of the best songs are here. Hearing Yuki playing along live is special. 21:05 is a sweet part from Yuki.

[@rocioesperanzaccasanichave793]

Las amo! Encontré un tesoro. Yo escucho la versión live desde hace años, nunca me canso de escucharlas. Gracias por subir esta maestría.

[@OokiiPeter]

De nada, estoy muy feliz que las disfrutó! En serio son las mejores.

[@CarlosIsmaelCamposGuerra]

Increíble!!! esta reinterpretación cambia sutilmente la emoción de la canción, crea una versión distinta pero igual de buena que la original 😮😮😮😮❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ngocyenquach6248]

thank you so much for uploading 🙏

[@OokiiPeter]

Thanks for listening!

[@islamiahtriadinda2614]

All of them really feel so nostalgic 🥲

[@coreysingsanime]

Thank you for posting this. It's amazing. Interesting hearing these songs done by singers that aren't Emily bindiger

[@OokiiPeter]

Glad to hear you enjoyed. You've got some great covers on your channel, too, it would seem. I'll be sure to check some out!

[@coreysingsanime]

@@OokiiPeter a lot of them are over fifteen years old and I plan to redo them but thank you for your kind words

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@coreysingsanime I hope you got to redo them.

[@OokiiPeter]

22:26 - 22:29 has to be my favorite moment in this entire concert.

[@TheSeeking2know]

With the overlapping vocal lines both in duet right?

[@OokiiPeter]

@@TheSeeking2know that's right!

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@OokiiPeter Sweet choice!

[@NguyenTrong1801]

Mine has to be at 22:03 where JoeRiko initiated, “I will sing for crescent Moon…” There's something about that very only line where I find joyfulness and sweet unison from those two. Looking at their hand movements, you can see their unique way of projecting emotion and evoking a sense of synchronicity. Yuriko used her right arm while Joelle used her left arm; somehow this is a way of complementing one another XD?

[@TheSeeking2know]

1:10:54 Listen to that sweet head voice with vibrato on "kyrie"! I had to go back twice to hear it. When you have the right mix of singers it really brings out the best from a song.

[@OokiiPeter]

It really is quite remarkably beautiful. Hearing this concert with quality headphones brings out so many incredible details that I missed on first hearing it. On another note, it's always so fun to see you around Kajiura live videos! I've come across your comments on the many aspects you find beautiful and your wonderful explanations of such things. Your writing is always so in-depth and highlights a stupendous amount of detail (which I appreciate, even if I lack the technical understanding). It made me very happy to see that you made your way here.

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@OokiiPeter I'm speechless.... Thank you. The music of Yuki Kajiura is so moving, even without watching the animes she composed for you get the emotion. It's a delight to enjoy and has helped to develop me as a listener too!

[@OokiiPeter]

I'm overjoyed to hear that it has helped you to develop as a listener! I've seen a handful of the anime that Kajiura-san was involved in, I think the first one (and my introduction to her works) was Madoka Magica, with a bit of Demon Slayer as well. I'm curious, what do you use to listen? I'm currently using a pair of Sennheiser 6XX headphones with a Fiio 5 Pro amp, and it's really helping me to enjoy the experience a lot, but before that I just used other various headphones or phone speakers.

[@TheSeeking2know]

​@@OokiiPeter Interesting question. I am using some inexpensive IEMs straight into my Windows PC. I would imagine you would hear a few more details with your setup. I am guessing that you have the blue ray for this concert, so I also suspect that KZbin compression would shave off some of the quality. Am I right? To your first point, based on repeated comments on the "Magia" MV on KZbin I sought out "Madoka Magica" and got the surreal and dark vibe of the anime. Also saw a few episodes of "KnK" that were interesting. I also watched "Kimetsu no Yaiba" season 1 and the "Mugen Train" movie. Yuki Kajiura has her world of music and I'm glad she keeps operating at the top of the anisong world, and has the great honor of having the most successful anisong of all time with "Homura", a honor shared with LiSA.

[@OokiiPeter]

I hope you will have the chance to listen with high quality headphones some day! Regardless of how you listen, it's an enjoyable concert. Per the video, I actually don't have the blu-ray. The original stream was held online on the E+ website (I think that's the name). I used a Google Chrome plugin to save the file to a mp4 file at original quality, or at least high quality. I think you may be right about KZbin shaving off quality, though. Ultimately, this video might be ever so slightly less quality as compared to the original live stream, but I'd like to imagine not.by much. I'm seeing a lot of familiar anime in your comment! I've been thinking to check out KnK some day - there are a few songs from it that particularly stand out to me, such as K17. The songs seem to have unusual names for that OST, but still radiate with the brilliance of Kajura.

[@CherryNah]

FictionJunction never stop to amaze me. Mrs Kajiura is just brilliant and all the voices, amazing musicians...

[@TheSeeking2know]

6:39 One of my favorites ever time I come back. They are both so good together (Joelle and Yuriko). I'm sure I've said it in earlier comments but it just keeps getting to me. There's an interaction I like between both their voices that needs more composition from Kajiura. I'm waiting for a duet just for them. And the next verse has Yuriko doing higher harmony and Keiko/ Kaori doing lower. 12:09 You hear the brightness and audible words in her more range. Enunciation! 12:22 again here. 12:41 liked this 12:50 That slight minor dissonance from Yuriko in the harmony line. ❤❤❤ 14:04 The grit/distortion on the word "silent" was sweet and not something I hear from Joelle a lot. Also her slight change of the melody on the preceding words set the tone for that outburst. 15:45 See Yuriko counting time by tapping on her leg to know when to repeat the refrain. 16:35 That blend! 17:07 Everyone on head voice with that sweet vibrato on top. ❤❤❤ 26:21 The head voice and the smooth register transition. Top-notch. 34:22 Difference in how Joelle was approaching those repetitions of "niche". She was using "messa di voce" technique to achieve that fine and slight graduation of intensity without just increasing volume. 38:59 Comparable to the 2008 version but with superior head voice with richer dynamic definition and tonal variety. 46:14 Listen to that vibrato and cut!

[@NguyenTrong1801]

The way Joelle holds the ending “iz” consonant so that it will pair with the violin “Tear us into pieces.” 😘😘 Vocal-charging up at 12:38 with “Never coming back. LOVE WILL GO YOU…” she knew, she knew. The disorientation in Yuriko’s voice as she carried the lower harmonies during the second part: 🤦🏻‍♂️👁👁 giving the best here. I wish we could see a 2024 Vanity during their 20th Live along with MATERIALISE.

[@TheSeeking2know]

@ Yes! I agree with your points. Those little details are what make rewatching such fun!

[@TirOrah]

There was a time when I listened to this video multiple times a week, usually during work or gaming. I found some other music for a while, but now I'm back. It's like sinking into a warm bath every time!

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@TirOrah A warm description!

[@TirOrah]

@TheSeeking2know That really was how I felt: warm.

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@TirOrah 🫡

[@ravenknives2962]

This is a very nice find.

[@OokiiPeter]

It was a lovely concert to attend :)

[@ゆいごろう-l4e]

Contractorとかでも思ったが、ゆり姉さんとJoelleさんがユニゾンの時の声の混ざり具合まじですごい ピッチ感が2人とも素晴らしいというのはもちろんだけど、歌の解釈とか相性も抜群なんだろうな

[@asared69]

I was truly waiting for this. Thank you for your efforts!

[@OokiiPeter]

Thank you for watching! I'm glad you enjoyed it. Hoping to find a video of KajiuraFes soon!

[@jenynovales7546]

I love these songs!! thanks for uploading!!

[@OokiiPeter]

Glad you enjoy them, thanks for listening!

[@OokiiPeter]

TIMESTAMPS (spaced for mobile users) 00:00:16 The World 00:06:19 Key of the Twilight 00:10:39 Vanity 00:15:11 Liminality 00:20:21 In the Land of Twilight Under the Moon 00:25:19 I Talk to the Rain 00:30:01 Godsibb 00:35:30 Fake Wings 00:38:45 姫星 (Himeboshi) 00:40:27 梶浦由記 (Mezame) 00:47:02 Canta Per Me 00:50:20 Salva Nos 00:56:16 Zodiacal Sign 01:02:51 A Song of Storm and Fire 01:07:33 Open Your Heart 01:13:46 Tsubasa

[@justjuzy5343]

I hope they do more of this studio concerts.

[@OokiiPeter]

I hope so, too! Or at the very least more live events that are streamed online. @@justjuzy5343

[@shirok_me]

梶浦由記 (Mezame) -> 目覚め (Mezame)

[@kin6]

番外編、最高っス！　too delicious !

[@kin6]

腹の底から本気で声を出している女（ひと）の姿は、何度見ても聞いても本当に美しいです。　しかも音程の確かな、個性と主張にあふれる声・・・。

[@岩村光秀]

数年前にKalafinaを知ってたどり着いたけど、もっと早く出会いたかった。

[@OokiiPeter]

私もう、Kalafinaを遅い知ました。。。 もう解散しました（哭） すみません、私の日本語本当やばいです、まだまだ勉強する！

[@alfred15102]

Thank you Very very much bro They deleted and i can't find this miracle

[@konpasu85]

What a crazy coincidence for me to find this video today 5/26/24 - same month and day you uploaded it but a year later. lol I can't believe I missed out on this studio live version, it's so beautiful. Miss them so much!!! Long live Kajiura-sama. 😭

[@OokiiPeter]

If we're being very technical, I uploaded it long before that, sometime closer to the concert date in 2020, but I kept the video as unlisted for quite some time to be sure it wouldn't get taken down. Glad to hear you enjoyed it! Long live Kajiura-Sama!

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@OokiiPeterInteresting tactic to see if it would stay up. 🤔

[@justjuzy5343]

Listening to this again so happy you uploaded the studio concert love Kajiura San and the band and the girls so much.

[@OokiiPeter]

Glad you stopped by! They truly are remarkable, aren't they?

[@jeffersonalencar3366]

Keiko is so perfect!

[@OokiiPeter]

I agree!

[@МерейАбитаев]

Your Sister Kaji Yuki What Napening Sister Yuki Kaji😱😱😱😱😱

[@Sakubo]

Thank you very much for the upload!

[@OokiiPeter]

You're welcome, thanks for watching!

[@oluvids]

GODSIBB!!?!?!?!

[@karenyaruskaayvarsoto9342]

INCA ROSE ?? 😢😢 I ADORE THE SONG😭😭😭

[@jaketong6607]

I wish to cut the all song separately, i tho all the video been remove, luckily found here!

[@OokiiPeter]

I had seen a few songs floating individually before, but I'm unsure if they are still up. Hopefully someone out there still has them uploaded individually!

[@jaketong6607]

I hope you don't mind i download this video and cut it. Just for myself

[@OokiiPeter]

​@@jaketong6607 Not a problem at all! I'll link the whole concert here, in case you would like it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/joS6aZhthrqEi68

[@dhandun]

Thank you for the upload🥲

[@OokiiPeter]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@dhandun]

I really love Keiko’s part in vanity! Still, they are all good though

[@t10q5085]

素晴らしすぎる

[@OokiiPeter]

だよね？

[@feryan778]

Noir que buenos recuerdos 47:05

[@karenyaruskaayvarsoto9342]

Adoro las canciones de Yuki Kajiura, adoro, me gustaría que hagan el live de INCA ROSE 🥹🥹 no la encuentro

[@adamalexander8966]

Thank you for this!

[@OokiiPeter]

You're welcome! I'm glad that you enjoyed it :)

[@SatoruGojo0001]

Me relaja mucho escuchar tan buenas voces, amo estas voces e instrumentales, asi como la letra ❤

[@OokiiPeter]

Full concert: kzbin.info/www/bejne/joS6aZhthrqEi68

[@grapiemon]

JOELLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE😭😭😭😭🥰🥰🥰🥰❤❤❤❤

[@OokiiPeter]

I know, right??? She's incredible!!

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@grapiemon Yessssss!

[@arthopeaiga4553]

I love so much 大好きです！😆😆😆😍😍😍🤣🤣🤣

[@OokiiPeter]

私もう！！

[@speedpotats69]

26:45 - 28:02 is too good

[@OokiiPeter]

I agree! it's a great demonstration of all the instruments.

[@erikrivera8849]

lo mejor de lo mejor jejeje

[@OokiiPeter]

de una!

[@mangadrawer5282]

A shame no “i swear” it’s probably my favorite Yuki kaijura song

[@OokiiPeter]

I agree - then again, if they had the favorite songs of everyone in this concert, it'd be very long!

[@nguyennguyenphong9329]

đôi mắt thu lấy vạn dặm sơn hà .thiên địa nhợt nhạt quang minh.

[@talita64348]

❤❤❤

[@yongxn5]

I miss Wakana sometimes... but this team is also good.

[@TheSeeking2know]

She left her mark and then she moved on. Let’s keep enjoying Kajiura’s music.

[@alfiansyahgalang449]

Mantap ❤❤❤❤

[@serenityssolace]

At ''open your heart'' song at 1:10:55 it's Greek. Kyrie Eleison trying to decipher it O Christe Eleison trying to decipher it

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@serenityssolace Did you eventually decipher it? Just copy and paste in Google Translate.

[@AvalosTokyo]

Pure fire 🔥🔥🔥

[@hyschara]

dotHack and Tsubasa 💕💕💕💕

[@typed003]

いぇいいぇいKEIKO( ≧∀≦)ノ 13:33 13:55

[@tinbapakk]

Thanks a lot, but it's a shame that the last track is incomplete. From here kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaSUqJWndsd9rLc there's no sound, and later the video is stuck :/

[@OokiiPeter]

It is a shame, yes. I don't know why that happened, I think my software bugged out. I linked the song somewhere in the comments here.

[@JL-chljl]

Too bad that the very last song is broken; no sound play half way through and video freezes till the end.

[@OokiiPeter]

Yes, I'm well aware of this, as many have pointed out. I posted that song somewhere in the comments here.

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@OokiiPeterMaybe pin the track at the top of the comments.

[@OokiiPeter]

​@@TheSeeking2knowit's in my Update, which I believe is pinned. I'll check and make sure.

[@AyushRoberts]

when is this from

[@OokiiPeter]

September 18, 2020. The songs in this concert were first used in a concert by Yuki Kajiura back on September 7, 2008, as seen here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZnUiIpredqNrcU

[@TheSeeking2know]

13:07 Wakana, as I recall, rushed this section on the 2008 and even in another live. 🤔

[@OokiiPeter]

@@TheSeeking2know you really know your stuff, huh? How long have you been a fan?

[@NguyenTrong1801]

Partially that part was being rushed due to the fact that the 2008 rendition had a different tempo and Kajiura intended to accelerate the momentary dual of Wakeiko before Keiko’s belting part. We haven't really heard other versions of the song itself aside from Vol2, Reprise, and Vol 15. But from what I could recall so far, Joelle’s entrance changes a lot of keys and aspects to adapt to the new vocal arrangement and for future reference. I wouldn’t be surprised if there would be a future Vanity that features Lino Leia or Rito as the main singer while the other one is the backup vocalist. Perhaps, we may get to enjoy another refinement?

[@NguyenTrong1801]

Despite giving a horizontal mouth-shape technique, Keiko’s belting part sounds very sad and tragic. 👀. Giving me hopelessness and auspiciousness simultaneously.

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@NguyenTrong1801 How are you doing at school? I'm impressed by your improvement in English.

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@OokiiPeter Since 2019 or 2020.

[@RafaelAlCid]

Why do I never listen to 'The battle of your life', 'Promised Pain' and other Xenosaga Episode III's songs?

[@OokiiPeter]

There's a first time for everything!

[@lucasmilone5902]

Is there any non songs only version available??

[@OokiiPeter]

I don't have non-song, but I do have the full stream here kzbin.info/www/bejne/joS6aZhthrqEi68

[@Harunightroad123]

What year is this video from?

[@OokiiPeter]

September 18, 2020

[@kinyoshi-k2z]

コンマ２秒の映像の遅れがなければ・・・

[@gmg-z8t]

1:15:46 no sound 😢

[@OokiiPeter]

The end of it does break, yes. Not entirely certain what happened. I'll have to look at the original video/recording if I can find it.

[@OokiiPeter]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2jEp5WgrMSdgMk here's someone who uploaded just that song

[@Barachu1]

Vanity sem wakana não é a mesma coisa ;(

[@OokiiPeter]

Concordo

[@chuanguoxi]

大妈 烤梨 大哥 二爷 这个替wa的，声线跟wa好像

[@TheSeeking2know]

Similar in some ways, different in other ways.

[@澤田敏彦]

ドラムの方のセーターの左ひじ、穴があいてるのでしょうか？凄く気になって音楽が耳に入りません。。

[@TheSeeking2know]

😮😮😮

[@aaronspain3387]

Even though I've not watched most of the animes that Kajiura-sama has written pieces for (like Tsubasa Chronicle, etc.), all these songs blur together in my brain as being part of the soundtrack to .hack//Sign and the other .hack spinoffs.

[@kin6]

でも、音と画は合わせてください。 気になって楽しめません。

[@__angeline4489]

is it only me, the last song cant play it's no sound?🥲 anyway, thanks for the edited video, I've been listening a very long time

[@OokiiPeter]

It's not just you - I've pinned in the comments a statement acknowledging this (and a link to that song). The footage must have gotten corrupted without me noticing prior to uploading. Glad you're enjoying the concert, though! :)

[@__angeline4489]

@@OokiiPeter oh I see, just saw the pinned comment. Thank you for your reply!

[@OokiiPeter]

You're most welcome! Glad to see people still engaging with this video!