Eric Whitacre: Virtual Choir Live

[@FlyingPiper13]

Anyone who hasn't listened to Eric Whitacre's music should go and listen to some now. His works are breathtaking.

[@sub-zeroseanotrs1857]

anyone reading this probably has though

[@Xemnas442]

@@sub-zeroseanotrs1857 I didn't then I saw his first Ted and wow... It got me the shivers...

[@SimonSimon-rn3tm]

Here speaks the Philistine!

[@gabrielajuarez3810]

the MOMENT I REALIZED THAT THE SNAPPING WAS SUPPOSED TO SOUND LIKE RAIN TINKLING.... I LOST IT

[@4UDIOTAPE]

Brilliant. wow.

[@fredriklarsson1707]

K

[@lilithrogers5204]

Snapped along--did you? Sure need rain here in Northern Cali..

[@kikivolauvent1]

@@lilithrogers5204 - sure did! :)

[@MsHappylotus]

Eric Whitacre has done it again! I keep thinking these virtual choirs can't get any better and they do! I am a fan! I cried at the end because it was so beautiful. Simply stunning!

[@LambentBoleyn]

I sang in this choir :)

[@clonmult]

Mildly envious fella, my singing days are sadly well behind me.

[@karmakomodia]

How fabulous!!!! Congratulations Alan.. What a blessing.

[@MelanieThibodeauMellythibs]

Lucky!!!

[@apieceofdirt4681]

Umm, okay.........so?

[@BarbaraKrolOfficial]

Yo, how did you put your submission? :D

[@wynterlindgren261]

I really do enjoy his work. I am very happy to know I was able to participate in playing some of his music and having him direct me. He is such a kind man and I will never forget the experience.

[@sarahweir5859]

Never before now have I experienced any music that's taken my breath away. This literally made my insides stop. Thank you Mr Whitacre. x

[@srimansrini]

Eric Whitacre's Virtual Choir is one of the greatest ever ideas. It is mesmerizing, electrifying and unbelievable. In South India, we have a tradition of singing as a group during Thyagaraja Aradhana Festival at Thiruvaiyaru, Tamil Nadu, India where nearly 5000 + singers sing in unison. Likewise, this is also amazing.

[@couchsurfingsam]

I have listened to this piece dozens of times. It's never really resonated with me until I watched this performance of it. Truly stunning!

[@LavenderRain24]

I like how he included the audience as well :)

[@TheMilkenProjects]

I saw this performed live by an amazing high school choir and I was absolutely mind blow. Gives me the chills every time.

[@jacktipple4722]

Lovely. I can't get enough of Whitacre's creations.

[@taylorhuntley6877]

I don't know if Eric ever reads this, but if you do. OMG. I came across you last week on TED talks and can't get enough now haha. Goosebumps every time I hear the choirs. Your brilliance, passion and vision is something to BEHOLD. I watched a talk on TED from Elizabeth Gilbert about creativity and does it come from within or from an external source and the artist is the vessel. I have to say...something is travelling through you which is soul touching. you make me cry. I work as a Psychologist and hear the worst of the worst stories as you can imagine. Thankyou thankyou thankyou for giving me (oh and of course the rest of the world haha) something extraordinary. A connection. much love. Namaste. x

[@thorn_in_the_crown]

Me too Taylor and I just discovered him today - four years after your comment here. What a genius!

[@poetics231]

i love the idea of conducting the audience!

[@NeomiNemeth]

Genius! I close my eyes and I can see the rain with those clouds....everything he described in the beginning. The finger snapping for rain was the most unique musical expression I've ever heard. Absolutely amazing. Chills all the way 👏

[@GIguy]

The tonic chord king! Wow…don’t hear many composers use such unique harmonies and chords, well done everyone!

[@bjamina]

I realized the video was 12 minutes as soon as I finished it. In my mind it was perhaps 3 minutes. -Absolutely epic.

[@jck1794]

Greatest composer of this era.

[@openmusic3904]

All things are relative don't you know? 'Laughs pompously'

[@JSBach-pd4yg]

@Piano No, he's Rıght

[@mcmike100]

Hardly

[@sethmcgrath1093]

cap

[@nsjx]

Incredible. And yes, very nice with the snapping raindrops. Standing ovation indeed. Really love the text to the music as well.

[@NataliaWelbey]

This is such an inspiration! I started my virtual gospel choir 4 months ago, and it's an incredible experience for us! Thank you @eric whitacre for lighting the path 🙏 un gran abrazo desde Argentina! 🎵

[@GIguy]

Bizarre, amazing complex chords and harmonies, only you Eric, well done!

[@ArtDrumz]

I was fortunate enough to see this live. It was AMAZING

[@malonefox]

I love Whitacre's music and this did not disappoint. Beautiful!

[@kermitefrog64]

The expressions of music moves the soul and Eric Whitacre's compositions and the blending of a world wide human choir is so uplifting.

[@godblesskorea2218]

So beautiful! I couldn listen without tears in my eyes.

[@sethmcgrath1093]

cap

[@annacoribioanna]

"OCTAVIO PAZ" 😍😍😍 his essays and poetry helped me survive

[@beverleehays5059]

This piece was amazing but the sound affects - wow, just wow!

[@Roset1557]

Music brings people together in so many ways

[@Lahcenebem]

He is a genius !!! Amazing !

[@TreyHSmurf]

Ikr

[@thesquire9966]

This is what technology is for.

[@teragram42]

Ain't that the truth! Thank goodness it exists - both the technology and the music!

[@eliorr1961]

Eric Whitacre made a great creation here ! That's a new trend of Music ! Fantastic.

[@sebastianenjcb193]

I remember singing this piece. So beautiful

[@lilliangweaver]

For real

[@dacejaunzeme4849]

Whoa! International choir from home! Beautiful peace of music too!

[@wefysan58]

absolutely incredible and amazing... if that dont give you chills you must be dead. overwhelming... powerful...

[@fitammick]

Goosebumps and tears. Eric Whitacre is a genious!

[@TalynCo]

Brought a tear to my eye.

[@bluebelluk2885]

Just Fantastic!!!!!! " Fabulous " Loved the use of Hand Bells And the clicking of Fingers!!!! Amazing Sound! Just Like Rain!!!!!!!!!!!

[@noravahine3991]

the snapping is genius!

[@cherylkang752]

This is beautiful. Thank you so much for doing this, Eric. Can't wait to be a part of VC4!

[@leyharley]

When you are ahead of times...the visionary Mr. Whitacre ...2020 And now everyone is rushing trying to do the same!

[@Sarah-by3fb]

Amazes me every time. Too good for my puny ears and brain to understand. All the different dynamics-wow.

[@ericfloyd9842]

Every time I watch one of these videos l am moved to tears

[@CantoresConnexi]

We posted on the TED website a while ago, but neglected to share with viewers on KZbin that those of us that sang live over Skype have gone on to form our own virtual choir, Cantores Connexi, and we are delighted to share with you are first independent performance, Eric Whitacre's The Seal Lullaby (watch?v=qpVSV4oSR-w) Please do take the time to watch and enjoy! Best wishes, Cantores Connexi

[@JohnBastardSnow]

Music is also a contribution to humanity. It can change emotional and other states of mind, therefore enhancing performance or simply making people feel better. My profession requires me to think a lot and the right kind of music can almost instantly put me in the zone. I am pretty sure many people can relate to that as well. In some areas, the right mental state can make all the difference between finding an excellent solution and going in circles until you have to make a 4am decision.

[@JankeyL]

I'm glad Lucius Malfoy has found his true talent.

[@jashonlucius4244]

Wah 😁

[@lilliangweaver]

Yass! Lol

[@simeondeboer8625]

Wow, you have any idea how many different people with different traditions, cultures and beliefs are united here in perfect harmony? If only world leaders and politicians whould practice this...

[@ericachapin]

Agree completely - why are politicians so disharmonious instead of beautiful and creative like this music....

[@Cleanuponaisle11]

I almost clapped when it ended... Then I realized I was sitting in my dorm room. haha

[@tatemorgan854]

He makes me proud to say that I went to music school at UNLV!! It's a really cool program with access to performance opportunities on the strip. I got to do some amazing things while I was there.

[@jepz11]

The finger clicking is a wonderful musical idea in this context, it sounds great. The clusters, everybody singing their own tone are good too. This approach, live using skype as an extra choir is not such a revelation like the virtual choirs are to me though. How people connect through music boggles my mind.

[@jhope6589]

How?

[@nairbvel]

Just came across this video for the first time. Amazing, just amazing.

[@carment3492]

Mr Whitacre ty for following your bliss & helping to unite the world in harmony.

[@rileyviohl4127]

My choir director takes time to let all of us know that Eric re-tweeted one of his tweets every time we do a song by him in choir😂😂

[@lilliangweaver]

Haha

[@lilliangweaver]

We love choir teachers ❤️

[@jvz1995]

This virtual choirs that Eric Whitacre did, I thought was actually unique and amazing, I say for sure it must've took very hard work .

[@brahms1545]

I love Sleep! I love how the Navy band and Sea Chanters do it. Listen to it over and over.

[@EveInReverse]

As a person whose performed in classical choir for years including lots of Whitacre pieces, I have to say that his songs hold something that I don't think I've ever experienced with another composer. This isn't my favorite song of his, but he's honestly extraordinary. Singing "Water Night" or "Sleep" was for me an almost religious experience. This was a little over done, but he's really an amazing artist.

[@TheDueser]

Beautiful. TEDTalks get better every year.

[@ThembinkosiKhumaloTim]

I'm so speechless.... like, this is so incrediblely insane.... To Mr. Whitacre, I take off my hat to you.... YOU ARE INCREDIBLELY INSANE!! Love this Dearly much... Saying this not only just the Live Performance, but to all your Virtual Choir Projects.... hoping to join VC4 soon..... Overall, this is insanely genius...

[@treyhernandez]

One of the most beautiful things I have ever seen.

[@rixmale]

That was an amazing performance by so many talented people. Wow. Thanks for sharing one awesome performance.

[@WillowTitov]

That was incredible. Truly amazing! And what a unique innovation to incorporate live performance through skype. Remarkable!!!

[@HeavenlyLights]

Interesting modulations and harmonies♥️🎼❣️ Ahhhh I Love how the bells bring in the virtual choir. 🪄💡✨. WOW… JUST WOW.

[@tamarascherette4946]

YAY! RCC!!! What a gorgeous legacy of beautiful music!

[@alemiller9]

¡¡¡AMAZING!!! I had not seen this particular piece! You need to see Virtual Choir 5, and the latest.... Number 6!!!!!

[@ipwntmario]

Just gonna point out, the lyrics are adapted from a spanish poem. He put the text to the music he himself wrote though, and that's where the artistry comes in. The idea of a virtual choir came later, and it isn't to change the way music is heard, it's giving a way for people all over the world to come together and make music. I recommend checking out his virtual choir project "Sleep," it conveys the idea really well.

[@lucerovereau4313]

So this is how angels sound

[@lilithrogers5204]

Awesome!!! Thank you!!! Cloudburst!!

[@millyrosephoenix7720]

Wow love Eric he is amazing

[@abandonedmuse]

Magnificent. Close your eyes when listening.

[@bensampson9579]

I'm usually fairly stoic but this piece gave me chills.

[@jenniferchough]

yeah i agree. i kinda wished that only the virtual chorus sang the second half but i guess it was the fact that they could be there to participate.

[@lluhsnimnyrhtak]

So happy watching this. Just brilliant. SUCH a force for good :)

[@benp3485]

Amazing! Why did YT only recommended this to me now May 2020? Thank You for this.

[@safarwisby8073]

Lovely! Amo a Mexico! Gracias!

[@AnthroArcade]

The low amount of views on this video is absolutely criminal. _Niko Linni_

[@adedayod-one7470]

Word!

[@apieceofdirt4681]

It’s a hard type of music to get into. I personally love spacey, airy and ethereal types of music but the music of Whitacre that I’ve seen featured on KZbin videos are confusing to me. They have too many things going on to account for the web delay so that makes it hard for me to pick out what I like. When he demonstrated this a few years ago I thought the 2 minutes clip he featured sounded absolutely beautiful but as time progressed and more layers were added I just didn’t care for it. I definitely respect his talent as an artist. But with all art some people just don’t get it. It doesn’t mean it’s bad it just means it’s listening base can be small so I can understand why viewership for this video is so low. It’s not for everyone. I did just listen to Water Night and it is beautiful.

[@claythomas7982]

Too bad its in spanish, I guess english isn't good enough

[@FurkanKhan100]

his hair...

[@ianbrooks127]

Plot twist: this was all just a Skype ad.

[@NuLewRaw]

Ian Brooks 😂

[@newsviewstoday5689]

IF that is all you can see it as then you have missed the point all together, ask anyone who sang in it, & you will find it was NOT 'just a Skype ad.' It was used as one perhaps but in truth it is a work of art. ENJOYED by most who shared in it & heard it.

[@SparklingConversationalist]

@@newsviewstoday5689 wow. Talk about having your panties in a twist. Obviously it is a joke.

[@karinneypenny]

@@newsviewstoday5689 its a joke chill out

[@lilliangweaver]

Tea

[@sarahdaigle7630]

Beautiful! And amazing!!!

[@VideonMedia]

Bruh the raining sound is just so beautiful

[@redstar8689]

my eyes full of tears

[@newsviewstoday5689]

158 thumbs down??? Perhaps they were not included in the final production? How could you not enjoy & support this uniting mission of humanity, beauty & love of music?

[@degs24]

Absolutely amazing. A brilliant and creative use of new technology. And beautiful composition!

[@CarloBrianM1]

I just saw this for the 1st time - I lost it - this is so cool!!!

[@melissazwieg2988]

I dedicate this beautiful video to all the children separated from their parents🕊🕊🕊Thank You, Eric Whitacre🌅🌅🌅

[@mayuradio]

mesmerized literally.

[@TheCutie314159265]

Seriously a DREAM to sing directed by Eric Whitacre.

[@SamiSioux]

cant wait for Virtual Choir 4 :)

[@haannaahkaylee]

Its a great recording but the acoustics in the room were terrible :/

[@james_subosits]

Well, it's not really a concert hall

[@eliascastillo2073]

not to talk about pronunciation... but anyway it is good for spanish texts to be seen beyond latin or Spain comunities

[@sophielady9791]

He could help the performers in Vegas. So beautiful and interactive

[@beirirangu]

speech starts: 0:12 song starts: 3:36 virtual choir actually start: 9:02~9:19

[@pngebhardt]

Probably one of his strangest pieces. And to say that, having sung "Leonardo Dreams" as an Alto 2.

[@queenlea9140]

Definitely strange

[@ExclusiveManual]

Wow that was electrifying

[@claythomas7982]

It would have been amazing to have this choir singing praises to the Lord. The whole world giving Him glory and honor would have been truly an accomplishment. But then the world doesn't accept the Lord and never will.

[@edrenajones5960]

CLAY Thomas Bite me. We’re everywhere. But my Lord (if any) may not be your Lord.

[@redoleary]

Uplifting. Amazing. A treat for my ears and my heart and my soul. Thank you!

[@beebado13]

chills....all over. amazing

[@annacoribioanna]

Thank you Eric!!!!!!

[@stuffamie]

he's a really fantastic speaker.

[@Ayotundejerry]

Wow..... It's drizzling... That was AWEmazing

[@LeonidasGGG]

NEW INTRO? Oooooh! Finally got over that BUM BUM BUUUUUUUM that I always jumped over. :D

[@thekodacian4025]

The only words I can come up with is a meager ... WOW! Well done.

[@lindawood5568]

Wonderful!

[@loganabelsalter]

If you're a singer and you'd heard the original choir sing this off of his album, then you know that this choir is all over the place in tone and vowels

[@kwahwerd]

Always seems to be one "expert" that feels the need to point out how bad something is instead of just appreciating the sheer joy it provides. What a negative vibe coming from you.