Music Teacher Reacts: VOCTAVE - Prince of Egypt Medley

[@TiffanyCoburn]

Mr. DJ….my name is Tiffany Coburn and I’m the 2nd soprano in Voctave. I cannot tell you how very VERY honored and humbled I was by your high compliments and extremely kind words. It’s not everyday an arranger like Jamey Ray comes along and offers us the opportunity to get to sing songs like this! Ha!!!! WE ARE BLESSED and so extremely grateful for new friends like you that give us such beautiful encouragement and support. It pushes us along to the next thing….whatever that may be. You and all of these friends in the comments…..THANK YOU FOR YOUR KINDNESS AND FOR LISTENING TO OUR MUSIC. ❤️

[@TempleMusicAcademy]

Hey there, Tiffany! Thank you so much for watching my content! If you get a moment, would you please email me? [e-mail]

[@alonelytuba]

omg hey Tiffany love ya

[@wilneliareyesplaza60]

Tiffany I love you and admire you so much!!! You have a beautiful voice!!! 🎼🎶❤️

[@davidchristiansen1156]

Tiffany, you all are so amazing. Saw you in concert in Tucson on your last tour before COVID. What a privilege to hear you. I loved your O Holy Night! Looking forward to your new Lullaby album.

[@patbrewer4205]

Thank you Tiffany and all the members of Voctave for using your God Given voices to bless all of us with Your music

[@Kvon13]

The woman you'd like to give $5mil too is Tiffany Coburn. She was just nominated for a Dove Award for INSPIRATIONAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR for her album "You Are More". She's my favorite singer on the planet.

[@kabarm]

The language at the end is Hebrew. It is based on a popular song in Judaism. The lyrics and translation are as follows: "Ashira ladonai ki gaoh gaah, Ashira ladonai ki gaoh gaah, Michamocha baelim adonai, Mikamocha nedarba kodesh, Nachitah v'chas d'cha am zu gaalta, Nachitah v'chas d'cha am zu gaalta, Ashira, ashira, ashira..." "I will sing to the lord, for He has triumphed gloriously, I will sing to the Lord, for he has triumphed gloriously, Who is like you, O Lord, among the Celestial? Who is like you, majestic in Holiness? In your love You lead the people You redeemed, I will sing, I will sing, I will sing..."

[@TriBnitylade]

Amen amen AMEN!

[@whynot5698]

The only flaw is that they say 'galata' instead of 'ga'alta'.

[@TheSeeking2know]

Beautiful.

[@samanthatorres6147]

Kate is the high soprano and Tiffany is the soprano that you were asking about! Also you should give some credit to Jamey Ray for his arrangements! He does the arrangements of this group and actually founded Voctave! Also, he is my professor at Rollins College!☺️ love your reactions btw♥️

[@brentbrown9728]

So you have to give Jamie a high five for me. I saw Voctave in Richmond IN this past year. During a vamp of the Grinch he pretended to check his watch, and the acted like he forgot he didn't have a hand. Absolutely broke me.

[@zamorvex]

@@brentbrown9728 holy crap is it just me or does crystal sound exactly like moses' mother in the song deliver us near the end. (sorry if its not crystal who sings that part, still learning the names)

[@angeloshenan1509]

@@zamorvex Sounds like Ashley is the one singing Moses' mother's part

[@zamorvex]

@@angeloshenan1509 well whoever is singing the mothers part I maintain the statement haha. Which one is ashley?

[@angeloshenan1509]

@@zamorvex Ashley Espinoza is the Mezzo Soprano. If you have watched the Princess medley, she's the one who sings Mulan's "Reflection"

[@capt.phineas2364]

I was just about to hit the bed man, and you hit me with this reaction. DJ the dissection of this was superb. In a couple places you asked who was singing, and I believe the lead for "When you Believe" was Tiffany Coburn. Her voice is supreme, and I felt like I was hearing her specific tone there. The super high soprano is Kate Lott. I had the pleasure of meeting several members of this group including both of those listed when we visited Disney World a few years back. Kinder people you'll never meet man. Always appreciate the education and as the musicians step up, so do you boss. Be well DJ!

[@daventunes3822]

In terms of intricate arrangement and flawless execution, I think this is their best track ever, and that's saying quite a bit.

[@ifjimmycracks]

I love watching someone else get as many goosebumps as I do when I hear their arrangement. It’s so beautiful, sometimes I burst right into tears at the first “deliver us” ❤❤❤

[@martiwalsh2069]

This musical piece makes me cry from some deep place inside me...every single time.

[@dorkyvonmunchmunch9912]

"On the verge of geeking out" reactions are the best reactions. Like you, this combined two of my favorite things: The Prince of Egypt and Voctave. What is not to love? Their harmonies, arrangements and musicality are unmatched by any other group in my humble opinion. Always enjoy your explanations and ability to teach some basic music theory, but genuinely appreciated that this was just a touch too powerful and personal to add those this time (with a few exceptions, of course). Great reaction. Thank you, DJ! I know Voctave reactions don't give you the "views" of other acts, but LOVE that you keep coming back because you enjoy and appreciate it.

[@12ozhog68]

Tiffany Coburn is the one you're asking about. She recently came out with her own album. It very good as well! Loved the reaction!

[@skyesmith532]

Actually Kate Lott is the one doing the highest melody she’s the first soprano

[@carolemerckel3461]

@@skyesmith532 At 12:28 it's Tiffany Coburn singing "many nights we prayed."

[@marcus252phone]

Tiffany 🌹 she’s one of the Sops she sings the Soprano but she also has an high extension in her top range! She’s fabulous and an amazing singer/ storyteller. CHECK OUT… IMPOSSIBLE DREAM and OH HOLY NIGHT by Voctave ! Tiff sings lead on both and will absolutely blow your mind and bring you to tears if your not careful 🥺💜💜💜

[@giuliaberti4060]

YOU DID IT! 😍 I suggested it and I'm so glad you took the time to do this video 😍😍😍 THANK YOU! Edit: just finished the video! That final "puff" at the end of the song... Exactly how I feel every time I hear it. Such an emotional roller-coaster! Super glad you enjoyed it 💕

[@amyholm4229]

I am so glad you reacted to this! This arrangement left me shook and my non-musically inclined hubby said it was nice... I love the way to break apart the music, and just appreciate the heck out of this masterpiece!

[@tomshehidmusic4227]

You dissect this beautifully with intricate detail. Bravo 👏🏼

[@TempleMusicAcademy]

Thank you Tom

[@bethelliot7140]

Thank you for reacting to Voctave! 😍🤗 Tiffany singing "Many nights we prayed" did the lead vocal on their cover of "Impossible Dream" it is spectacular!!

[@bethelliot7140]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3rZh2aiZax6e7M And another version (Live in a cathedral) the first one might have better audio quality obviously kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGrdgImep5umaJI

[@charliecampbell6851]

@@bethelliot7140 that live video is without a doubt one of the greatest live performances ever. And to think that it was the last piece of a full concert. Don't remember if it was an encore or not.

[@bethelliot7140]

@@charliecampbell6851 it might be one of my favourite songs by them, but they are all soo amazing! 😄

[@SaigonGreen062]

Oh wow. Didn't know this music. Now I'm in LOVE with it!!

[@danhoenn]

Was waiting for you to react to this one! One of my favorite arrangements of theirs. Great reaction

[@sethbender2863]

This was the very best they have. I’m so sad they don’t have a video with it. But it doesn’t even matter. Stunning

[@stephenvanhooser3894]

Voctave’s arrangement of this is, in my opinion, the best out there hands down. Great reaction! If you would like (reaction would be awesome, too), the next best Prince Of Egypt arrangement would be any of Sam Robson’s work. My favorite is his “Deliver Us” piece. His editing alone is worthy of a reaction! (His voice is amazing, too, of course). I bet your fanbase would dig it as much as you. Cheers!

[@TheSeeking2know]

The 12:21 point loved the "uhs" filling in the low end and then the melodic shift to harmonize with the lead singer taking the new song. Just that transition got me. The Hebrew language and musical sensibilities really shone powerfully in Voctave's arrangement, and they have the voices to deliver it! Loved your reaction and enjoyment as always, especially since this soundtrack was close to your heart. Loved how you "selfishly" (as you put it) went back to listen again and again to the awesomeness they were putting out. 😂 Powerful song. Powerful group. Powerful reaction. 🙌

[@greengrass89]

This is great! You’ve made the comment before that one should listen with their eyes closed. This is a perfect example of why!! Every single time, I hear something I didn’t hear before. Voctave is more of a vocal ochestra than a choir. They really do sound like a full orchestra, filling all the space around and behind the lead. Also Sarah Harmonizing with Tiffany…

[@TylerIsrael]

Hearing these songs in acapella makes me shiver. Amazing

[@BE-KIND-1219]

So glad I subscribed. Such a pleasure WATCHING you react, and hearing your insights!

[@Pernille_Nielsen]

Yes! This is one of my favorites, I have this on repeat on my playlist! 😁

[@rgurwell]

Hey man, really nice work. Great analysis. I'm late to the party, so I'm sure people have told you this, but the section in When You Believe is done in Hebrew. Just wanted to drop a comment and compliment your work. I love what you said about how "ooo's" are more narrow and pointed and how "ahhh's" fill more space. Really great observation and you put it in really simple terms. Great teaching moment. Really well done overall. Thank you.

[@frankadroppers2761]

Every time I hear this I get goosebumps all over.. so nostalgic and pure en SO GOOD. And your explanation and review is interesting! Thank you❤️💪🏻

[@geraldbedwell7099]

Tiffany Coburn. Beautiful inside and out

[@Seriphina]

This medley gives me the tingles in the back of my head and neck. Doesn't Kate sound like a theremin at the beginning? Also, if you want to hear Tiffany Coburn at her best, check out their O Holy Night.

[@piplup10203854]

I’m always excited for more Prince of Egypt, a favorite of mine and the soundtrack is just phenomenal really. Voctave did a stunning job ☺️

[@hellodumzo]

Hey man GREAT reaction! I can’t help but think I may have influenced your watching of this lol but anyways this was such an intricate and well-informed breakdown of the musical themes, meanings, and vocal arrangement. As always, educated and entertaining content. Keep up the good work!

[@AlyssaSteiner]

i get goosebumps all the time from this medley

[@mccord529]

As others have said, yes it is Hebrew, but specifically the words are from Exodus 15:1, 11, 13, the Song of the Sea which is sung following the crossing of the Red Sea.

[@nicklesh6072]

OK, well, first comment I have to make is TUNA? ok, have you ever been held paralyzed by goosebumps? I could not move for a full two minutes while the sensation washed over me. Now i am being held hostage by an immense feeling of guilt, I am such a PTX-head, and having enjoyed this, I feel like i have committed some form of adultery. DJ, if you ever need to know why I (we) are completely loyal to your reaction videos, watch your reaction here again. the way you carry us through this piece of music is absolutely stellar. you took my ignorant ears through this amazing garden of delight. Until this piece, Voctive never jeopardized my relationship with Pentatonix, but this is the best I have heard of them. BRAVO VOCTIVE. if you want another really good redition, BYU Noteworthy has a release of When You Believe worth a a listen.

[@dakotatreacy101]

I learnt so much about music in just this video! Thank you 😊

[@TempleMusicAcademy]

I’m glad!! Thanks for watching

[@simonbright8784]

There is a orchestra and choir version of Deliver Us from the National Taiwan chorus that's particularly good.

[@carolemerckel3461]

I believe that there are 11 members to this great group. Also thanks to Katie Barmazel for the lyrics and translation! My clergy spouse can use this as a part of his lesson plans for the confirmation class.

[@jamezbond0074]

Super powerful music. At times it got me in the feels. Nothing like the fullness of Voctave. Kate's high whistle tone, and the strong bass notes on both ends of the vocal spectrum has me with goosebumps. Loved the movie, but the soundtrack adds so much more to it. Strong reaction to it. Loved the interviews last night. Keep it up DJ !

[@charliecampbell6851]

Kate doesn't really use whistle

[@jamezbond0074]

@@charliecampbell6851 agreed but for those of us less knowledgeable, we call it a whistle registry or tone. But you are correct sir.

[@skyesmith532]

Kate Lott is your first soprano Tiffany is your second soprano

[@michellehorn1711]

From the same album....Being Alive feat. David Phelps. Absolute perfection!

[@M11969]

That was amazing.

[@gaygreen7658]

KZbin suggested your video to me because if this medley had been on cassette I would have worn through it by now

[@cristinagelmini7074]

Complimenti per la tua reazione ai voctave , sei molto bravo e simpatico,un saluto dall' Italia ,ciao

[@EdwardTeam4EverBaby]

Hey! I speak hebrew and i'm jewish, Answering your question in minute14:20 it is in fact hebrew and they are singing selected parts from song of the sea (exodus , chapter 15)

[@TempleMusicAcademy]

whoa!!! Thats pretty cool! Even more cool is that you can speak Hebrew! Keep up the being awesome ok? Welcome to the channel as well

[@coriannethompson4047]

Also a lover of prince of Egypt, Johnathan Young and Caleb Hyles does an amazing job with the songs with rock feel covers! Deliver us is super powerful!

[@MIBAQS]

Loved it! Love from Uruguay!

[@TempleMusicAcademy]

Uruguay?! Awesome!!

[@shawnfarien9199]

DJ, have you ever heard their version of Mary, Did You Know? I know Christmas is still a bit out, but put it on your list. They actually perform the song with the man who wrote the lyrics taking the lead. It's...amazing.

[@TempleMusicAcademy]

I haven’t heard! I’m trying my best to wait until Christmas time haha. I feel like it’s going to be huge with all the Christmas music around that time

[@ThatOneDNDGirl]

To answer your question, I believe there are 11 people in Voctave.

[@candidwings5609]

Beautifully arranged and performed! I wish they would've followed the movie order of the songs. It definitely threw me off in the middle. Also, the super high soprano is Kate Lott.

[@amelia-ashleymenard7954]

Okay I was desperately searching for a reaction video to this medley. I saw the play I saw the movie huge huge fans of both. Heard this in my Spotify and needed to find a reaction video. Super glad I found this react video AND super happy to know that correct me if I'm wrong, youre Canadian? SUPER BIG PLUS

[@TempleMusicAcademy]

Totally am Canadian. Haha.

[@amelia-ashleymenard7954]

@@TempleMusicAcademy awesome!! Can't wait to see more of your channel❤❤🇨🇦

[@Chris_T_S]

Audio only reactions are still reactions lol Also, if we really need to, we could view the vid then watch your reaction (without the distraction of watching the vid) while its still fresh in our memories I've just flagged the vid to view when I get the time - its one that slipped under my movie watching filters.

[@johnradwanski8344]

There are. Eleven of them. 2 Sopranos, three Altos, tenors, and basses.

[@bigragu6828]

we share the love of Voctave, I can, and have, listen to them constantly. I have never been a fan of viewers recommending other groups in comment section. that being said, however, I feel you may enjoy Leonid and friends. they cover songs in tribute to Chicago, Earth wind and fire and have a few original arrangements. I enjoy your analysis of music and your deep appreciation of music shows.

[@kristy7823]

I think you should join them on some projects or just join them period lol! Those couple parts when you were kinda singing along with them, your voice just fit perfectly with theirs like it was part of the track the whole time!

[@TempleMusicAcademy]

What an unbelievably nice thing to say. Thank you so much for making me feel good 😊 ❤️

[@chriskot123]

I know it's not Disney, but damn, this is the most Disney sounding, non-disney movie soundtrack

[@nicog639]

I would love to see your reaction and dissection of Jonathan Young and Caleb Hyles versions of the songs from Prince of Egypt, in particular Playing with the Big Boys Now

[@TempleMusicAcademy]

I was kinda disappointed they left that one out in this.

[@pandatrueno_cl]

I came to ask that reaction too. Playing (...) in Young/Hyles style is amazing!!

[@babyyeti2540]

You should check out Pentatonix cover of When you believe (featuring Maren Morris)

[@rmatthews2209]

Kate Lott the soprano is amazing!

[@hana18502]

do they have one were they also do the Boy's to Men song or my i just confusing it with Peter Hollens?

[@gregoryawsmith]

14:20 yes this is Hebrew. I'm not sure what they're saying but Adonai is one of God's names

[@Jsman525]

Its the song of songs (שיר השירים) from Exodus. The song sung at the sea.

[@CharlestonRat]

Does anybody know who's leading the vocals for Through Heaven's Eyes? It's my favourite PoE song and I think it's one of Voctave's basses singing it, but I can't pin my finger on who. My best guess is Kurt?

[@animeparty9208]

I believe it might be Aaron

[@kateyork4071]

YEEEESSSSSSSSS!

[@deannahaney7]

Please review the “Great Movie Medley” by Voctave………it’s wonderful.

[@michaelfowler606]

What?!?! No version of Martin Short and Steve Martins duet?! That’s my favorite part! 😩😩

[@iamchristian1129]

Can you react to their Disney parks medley

[@alisalavine1052]

Absolutely Hebrew and they did an unbelievable job on the pronunciation. Many times you'll hear choirs performing a piece in Hebrew and they miss the guttural "h" sound. Which to my Jewish ears ruins the beauty of the language.

[@sueinscotland6081]

Hi from Scotland! Just loved your reaction DJ, Voctave blow me away everytime. As someone else mentioned in the comments, please, please react to Sam Robson’s version of Deliver Us, link is here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6PJi4B_gtiMhKs His voice, arrangement, editing are just off the scale!!! Keep em coming, look forward to the next one!!!

[@TempleMusicAcademy]

Hi there Sue! Scotland!! I really hope to visit there one day soon. Just love the culture and ambience. Thank you for your kind words and I’ll check out this artist!

[@louinjax07]

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[@taradickie5356]

I only have one issue with this arrangement. They changed the lyrics in All I Ever Wanted from "this is my home" to "now I am home". I feel like it changed the important meaning of the line. "This is my home" is Moses trying to convince himself that this revelation that he is a Jew doesn't matter. "Now I am home" doesn't really make sense in the context of the song and almost has the opposite intended meaning of the line.

[@tamarataragrsic8644]

Please do a reaction on Sam Robson's version of The Prince Egypt Deliver Us.

[@lauragreen5622]

That was great but it’s hard to top Brian Stokes Mitchell on Through Heavens Eyes.

[@Robert.Sheard]

It's a shame you didn't seem to like this much. 😂

[@alonelytuba]

really?

[@userWWG1WGA]

I'm from Israel. the part you asked for was indeed Hebrew😃

[@TempleMusicAcademy]

Hi there, Israel! Welcome to our family :)

[@carmelacelis2817]

Plss rreact to voctave. Stampede