The Phantom of the Opera! | Vocal Coach Reacts

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[@spacelasertech8359]

Good to know someone else shares my visceral response to Ramin's voice.

[@nickhiggsthesinger]

So so good

[@earthgrazer5511]

RIIGHHHT?!

[@LuigiAlva714]

His rendition of the "Music of the night" is mesmerizing. I can't stop watching it!

[@jodieg6318]

Oh Ramin and Serria, the definitive Phantom and Christine. They have so much chemistry with each other in these roles I think becuase neither were afraid to really go for it. They both really put some teeth back into these roles I've seen way too many Christines that become very mousy but Serria's Christine is so passionate and heartfelt in everything from truimpth to grief that when you pair her with Ramin who did not pull a single punch with his Phantom; yes we all Phantom but he is still the villain of the story and Ramin played him like an absolute maniac. Genius and madness. And Ramin and Serria both have a vibrato and they are not afraid to use it!

[@miriamoliveira8248]

More Phantom of the Opera! I want to learn more about Ramin’s and Sierra’s voice please!!!

[@nickhiggsthesinger]

Yes absolutely! Stay tuned

[@hilarywilkes7853]

This 25th Anniversary production with Sierra and Ramin is my absolute favorite one!❤

[@beepbopboop3221]

This is the best version of Phantom of the Opera. My favorite is all I ask of you with the trio. All 3 have a nice blend.

[@kathrynhutchins7638]

I learned a lot from your commentary. To me, Sierra, Ramin and Hadley are an awesome tri-fecta❣️

[@Eggsysworld]

YESSSSSS We love Ramin appreaciation!!! Would love to see you do more of Ramin in general! It's a long one but down once more is amazing between Ramin, Sierra and Hadley unf fireWORKS

[@earthgrazer5511]

I'M STILL ADDICTED TO THIS. RAMIN AND SIERRA WERE SOOO AMAZING! 😭. GLAD TO KNOW MORE TECHNICALITIES ON THIS PERFORMANCE FROM YOU.

[@Michele18164]

Shout out to the incredible makeup and prosthetics teams on the West End, Broadway, and for this 25th anniversary concert! They work collaboratively with every actor playing Phantom to make sure the makeup isn't too restrictive and that they don't have to worry about peeling up a prosthesis when they sing on stage. Difficult thing to balance (as you say), and they are the best in the business.

[@LuigiAlva714]

Ramin is the Callas of the Broadway musical. His sense of drama is unsurpassed, yet he doesn't necessary have a beautiful voice. Although it is a very expressive and powerful voice. His rendition of the "Music of the Night" is absolutely incredible!

[@minervarose7664]

He has a "gravitas" (not sure if that really should be the word?) to his voice that draws you in. "Till I Hear You Sing" brings tears to my eyes, it is so raw and brilliant.

[@kennchri]

In longer running performances (replica productions) the following parts of the musical are usually pre-recorded: - The Phantom of the Opera, title song. All the singing is recorded. The Phantom’s “Sing, my angel of music” etc are not recorded, and many actors sing along with the song once on stage, but the sound isn’t coming through their mic, we’re hearing the recording. - The Phantom’s notes, in the Notes scenes. - The Phantom’s laughs, when he drops the chandeliers and Buquet’s body. - The Phantom’s lines as Red Death in Masquerade, while he is on the stairs, as he needs to focus on not tripping down them and singing with the large Red Death mask is impossible! His lines to Christine (“Your chains are still mine…”) are live (and the cue for the trap door). - The Phantom’s “seal my fate tonight, I hate to have to cut the fun short…” section. This is one that can vary from production to production. - The “I’m here, the Phantom of the Opera” lines, before the curtain up on Don Juan Triumphant. Also, the “Secure”s in response to “Are the doors secure?” in this section. - The lines before “Il Muto”: “Gentlemen, if you would care to take your seats?…” - The lines before "All i ask Of You": “To the roof…” - The managers’ lines in the chaos after Piangi’s body is discovered: “Oh, my God, my God” and “We’re ruined, Andre, ruined!” - The Overture is mostly pre-taped, with a live orchestra joining in.

[@julianhinojosa9695]

What's good for Sierra and Ramin is that they already had good chemistry as they originated The Phantom and Christine on "Love Never Dies," which they did before the 25th Anniversary of "The Phantom of the Opera." One of my favorite songs on "Love Never Dies" is "Beneath a Moonless Sky." Worth a listen if you haven't heard it. Nice reaction. Ramin Karmloo and Sierra Boggess are my favorite Phantom and Christine.

[@julianhinojosa9695]

Not that you would but if you do listen to "Beneath a Moonless Sky," the version with Ben Lewis and Anna Osborne is the best quality.

[@davidcarnevale8885]

this is easily my favorite musical, and I've been dying to see you react to this. I've loved this musical so much I took time to learn the main song in (French, Italian and Mandarin) the live orchestra and the combination of Ramin and Sierra are amazing. Obviously, they compliment each other SO well, but the thing I love is their non-verbal chemistry, how they're so comfortable with each other and Ramin almost draws out the song of Sierra. I know the Phantom is supposed to "make Christine's song take wing", but this is a great demonstration of it to me. I saw a production of it in Oklahoma City and it's what made me love musicals. I really also would love to hear your cover of the Phantoms part Nick. LOVE THIS VIDEO Side note: the person playing that electric guitar has no right to go that hard! lol

[@nickhiggsthesinger]

Well said! Non verbal chemistry is so important

[@Amelia-s]

He’s amazing.

[@taylanhoca]

Best musical ever. I have learned so much from Nick. 🎉 great react very informative again!

[@nickhiggsthesinger]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Amelia-s]

Honestly, I don't believe Ramin hasn't been trained. I know he said that. He may not have been trained early in his career, but that doesn't mean it's the same now. In fact, he definitely is trained, his voice is clearly technical and the vocal cords are well maintained.

[@PatrickKCompton]

Nice one Nick. Anytime Ramin and Sierra are performing together it is always a glorious masterclass! Hope you get to perform the Phantom one day. That character will certainly change you and you get the fun a waking up glued to your pillow, lol. Take care.

[@PhantomOperaWickedTheaterPhan]

Awesome video! Thanks so much

[@nickhiggsthesinger]

Glad you liked it!

[@musicforthesoul5808]

The way Ramin says "My Angel Of Music" towards the end 🔥🔥

[@ladyrosenrot1514]

I'm Glad someone else is phangirling over Ramin's gorgeous voice like me too.

[@margerycarty7507]

Nobody tells me when or when not to speak, so put a lid on it. And don’t call me darling. We will agree to disagree. Can’t wait to see Ramin in Titanic and The Pirates of Penzance.

[@suelutz5364]

Sierra Bogess, Ramin Karimloo, and Hadley Fraser ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤

[@oxoelfoxo]

opera in the title refers to the place "the opera (house)"

[@nickhiggsthesinger]

Yes!

[@Sharkybugzz]

omg so good

[@ACF1901]

Great comments. I'm not an expert in vocals, so these comments are great to understand one of my favorite musicals. I got definitely got with these 2 actors, they were definitely very invested into these characters.

[@jesse2535]

You got to react to voiceplay's cover of this, it is a beautiful rendition of the OG one.

[@nightthornkvala94132]

I second that. It's a wonderful video.

[@jjphoenix4055]

Not just the most popular musical, but the BEST musical of ALL TIME!

[@jesst_a_frog]

I remember seeing the musical on Broadway with my mom and the atmosphere of a live performance is like *nothing* else 😳

[@nickhiggsthesinger]

It’s incredible!

[@par500dragon7]

I'd love to see your reaction to Dan Vasc's version of Music of the Night!

[@user-jt3vk6lb2c]

You'll love "The ballad of jane doe" from the musical "Ride the cyclone", the singer Emily Rohm manages to sing upside down. I would love ur reaction❤

[@LErik-vq8qj]

Ramin is always the best phantom.

[@Dr_KAP]

Anthony Warlow is the best phantom imo - his view has been shared by many in the industry 😊

[@kaifisshhh]

Not gonna lie, the first time i heard ramin’s music of the night, i cried. Actual tears streaming down my face. Never happened to me before. Crazy.

[@derkabronen]

Waiting for your reaction to the Nightwish version.

[@anthonyquarles5762]

Nick please Do broadway legend Patti Lupone’s A New Argentina at the Tony’s 1979 or Anything Goes at the Tony’s 1980s. Vocal icon.

[@clement2780]

do ramin singing the sequel love never dies

[@clement2780]

how christine goes from low to high is crazy

[@clement2780]

just like woodwind string quartets quintets aggreeing on vibrato and deliberately mistuning sharp or flat so everybody tunes to each other for blend

[@clement2780]

can a singer do lieder oratorio opera abd theatre in a same career?

[@Dr_KAP]

If you haven’t seen Anthony Warlow, I believe him to be the best Phantom ever and I’m not alone in this opinion! Anthony is Australian, like Philip Quast he is our musical theatre superstar!

[@Pusilars]

Давай

[@user-lw3kr9hd8c]

Ramin is my favorite Phantom, and then maybe Hugh… (I have to say I don't like Michael Crawford's voice）, but Sarah Brightman is still my favorite Christine, although Sierra is good, she and ramin have the most chemistry.

[@clement2780]

can singers control vibrato consciously

[@clement2780]

remember she has to sing nine performances per week

[@jaynahoffacker2557]

Christines typically don’t do all 8 shows in a week. That role usually has an alternate that will do something like 2 or 3 shows a week.

[@clement2780]

can soloists sing choral

[@Meryl-gq7xz]

Please could you react to Ramin Karimloo Music of the night from this performance 😊

[@isa.riv.]

Oh i love this!! You gotta react to the other songs!! I'd love to see your reaction to All I Ask Of You! Hadley and Sierra are PHENOMENAL there!

[@Pusilars]

Спой сам))❤

[@clement2780]

rock meets coloratura

[@oxoelfoxo]

literally hair-raising in parts

[@nickhiggsthesinger]

Absolutely! 💯

[@clement2780]

confused phantom is an abuser or

[@laimuns]

Just fyi, the ending is pre-recorded, there is no way a performer can do that 8 times a week. But still, they have to sing it at least once.

[@darrenbertram7289]

It's pre-recorded for the daily performances yes, but here at the Royal Albert Hall for the anniversary special?

[@kaifisshhh]

Fun fact, ramin has no classical music training and can’t read sheet music

[@giuliettaevo]

You should definitely look at the Phantom as performed by Floor Jansen and Henk Poort.

[@reglementme6321]

the best Phantom, in my opinion will be Michael Crawford, his tone and the color of his voice are unique and, still in my opinion the best fit for the role

[@user-dh7xj7tq4i]

​ @nickhiggsthesinger Have you seen the film version starring Gerard Butler? Although not true to the novel, it's a visual and tidy vocal masterpiece in itself. I'd like to know your review for vocals/singing styles, techniques for ORIGINAL musical stars Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman...my favorite vocalists, although this version was excellent. I agree with you, Phantom of the Opera is the most epic and entertaining musical ever created with this song being only one of it's jewels. I've seen it performed in Florida, England, and Las Vegas. It never disappoints **I'm new to your channel, but enjoy your reviews very much. I appreciate your expressions while watching and listening as they're similar to a friend I knew who played the Cello in the New World Symphony out of Miami Beach in the 80;s. Musicians and Singers hear on a different level which evokes a more ethereal and emotional response. You're very observant and pick up on the special details which makes your reviews interesting to even non-singers. As a retired teacher of English, Oral Interpretation of Literature, and Public Speaking, I relate your teaching to language and speaking skills, so I enjoy your reviews beyond just a musical application. Some of the same techniques and exercises can be used to improve speaking skills. More Phantom songs would be great, b/c can there ever be too much Phantom? Keep up the good work. A new fan!!

[@lschoenrank]

I think she's my favourite Christine. He is indeed a wonderful Phantom, but I'm not sure that he's my favourite.

[@clement2780]

wish they got rid of microphone

[@mamukacercvadze6253]

Soprano’s voice is unbalanced! Singing is only balance between word, tone and air... Sound is vibrated air, her vibrato isn’t correct, that’s why her high nots are not accurate. Singing is simple, to gain simplicity that’s is difficult.

[@elliotretour-_-]

ramin does not have a technical voice in the slightest, so everything you were saying was erroneous in every way….

[@nickhiggsthesinger]

What does “technical voice” mean to you?

[@MaKettle111]

Andrew Lloyd webber Prefers The phantom To sound Untraned. It's highly possible That he was singing this way On purpose. Check out some of the other work he has done..

[@margerycarty7507]

Whether he is trained or not, I don’t have words to describe his voice and how I feel listening to it. It is positively hypnotic with a passion unmatched. He is an actor as well as a singer (watch those hands!) And of course, my favorite Enjolras! Saw him last year in Funny Girl and live at The City Winery in NY last year. His voice might have changed as he matured, but he sure sounded good to me! And he still can still move me to tears with Love Never Dies.

[@margerycarty7507]

@@elliotretour-_- It simply means I don’t care if his voice is trained or not. There is something natural and magical about it that I adore. It moves me as well as millions of other people around the world. Frankly I don’t need your educated approval and neither does he. We are doing fine, thank you.

[@margerycarty7507]

Nobody tells me when or when not to speak, so put a lid on it. And don’t call me darling. We will agree to disagree. Can’t wait to see Ramin in Titanic and The Pirates of Penzance.

[@tanyaretour5715]

You need to learn to sing before you can judge other people…! And NO!!! you will never sound like Ramin!!!💀

[@nickhiggsthesinger]

Chill

[@MaKettle111]

Have you Ever heard Nick sing? He has a gorgeous voice That is very technical and trained.

[@LadyGreensleeves33]

...He's a vocal coach?

[@sooh6299]

Could refer to earlier comments about Ramin being untrained.

[@henrikl1394]

I don't like him as the Phantom, Crawford is still the best Phantom... Worst Jöback, he has a great voice but not for a Phantom.

[@Amelia-s]

Well, I think Ramin is much better😆. Joback…I don’t like either.