Trijntje Oosterhuis "A House Is Not A Home"

Trijntje Oosterhuis; Once again singing another Burt Bacharach Classic song "A House Is Not A Home"

[@dthievin]

I wince when I read comments under this video that criticize this woman for looking down. Anyone silly enough to overlook that a., she speaks English as a second language, and b., she performed an ENORMOUS amount of material at this concert and relied on a teleprompter at her feet for help with the lyrics. Forget your virtue-seeking criticism, close your eyes, and listen to one of the most brilliant female vocalists of this century. Put her with this world-class orchestra and killer arrangements, and there is nothing finer. And by the way, nobody has ever sung this Bacharach composition as beautifully as Oosterhuis. I watch this once a week and probably will for the rest of my life.

[@ulyn8913]

Absolutely true

[@larrycarr4562]

Gus Wah Was listening to Art Pepper and she appears as a next song. Lucky me, what a songstress

[@josephc3394]

I don't understand why anyone has to put negative comments about someone unless they can get up there and do something like this themselves. If you sing like this, then you might be able to have a comment about doing it. To quote Hal David, what the world needs now is love sweet love. I agree with you Gus!!

[@ingridwatsup9671]

Thank you Gus on behalf of this Dutchie!

[@thom9476]

Well said!

[@brianpiersol9412]

How is Trijntje not world famous with the voice she has? So beautiful.... Tell me please.........

[@kittyglitter8186]

Agreed! She has a fabulous voice!

[@The032750]

Literally every version I've heard of this song was done by someone who used it as a vehicle to showcase their voice and/or vocal dexterity. Oosterhuis, on the other hand, uses her voice to showcase the grace and beauty of the song. She doesn't overpower it...she (and the marvelous arrangement) becomes part of it.

[@themistermax]

Exactly!

[@josephkane829]

Absolutely perfect way to describe this performance. The arrangement is sublime.

[@caponsacchi]

A fair observation of practically every performance by Luther Vandross (with various partners). But it hardly applies to Ella Fitzgerald's reading of the tune.

[@The032750]

I consider myself to be a big Ella fan and I'm ashamed to admit that I had never heard her rendition of the song until I watched a uTube video today. Thanks for the heads up!@@caponsacchi

[@MegaBarc]

Totally agree with you..

[@richardhunt304]

I still think she should have had a standing ovation for this !!!!!!

[@davidlow7217]

One of the best female singers that I ever Heard, beautiful voice, you go girl. Awesome

[@rondeneef]

nl sings

[@valycaramel]

She is a perfect mix of vocal technique and heart.

[@MizzJavzzStarhh]

How have I not heard this lady's stunning voice before!?

[@marthalogan2770]

Loving this talented and beautiful woman!

[@henryaustin6012]

Brings tears to a grown man, I lost her over 30 years a ago the love still haunts me this song says it all flawless performance

[@petra3049]

Dionne Warwick sings this song so beautifully too. I just recently found this beautiful woman. She is amazing. 💖💖Thank you

[@maamsara4709]

The clarity of her singing is just beautiful.❤

[@yschonheit1995]

So much discipline to not let be carried away and focus on such a tender rendering

[@StevenSenjaya]

PERFECT, BRILLIANT TECHNIQUE, EMOTIONAL, STUNNING, CLASSY, ELEGANT, WHAT A VOICE

[@Calisto34]

I regularly come back to listen to this. What a stunning voice, and for me, the best this has ever been sung.

[@ralphstasilli4273]

wow ..this audience is rather reserved. THIS LADY IS BEYOND GREAT!!

[@richardhunt304]

If I had been at this concert, I would have been applauding a bit more than them !!!

[@soonerclark]

one of the best live singers on this planet

[@rondeneef]

magic

[@okolekahuna3862]

I've never heard of this artist but thank goodness for KZbin. Oh my...the last time I was totally impressed with a female singer was Whitney Houston. I would love to see Trijntje in concert. Absolutely perfect.

[@ingridwatsup9671]

In that case you should look up The Ladies of Soul, also with Trijntje Oosterhuis and Dutch and with Glennis Grace who's voice is very close to Whitney. Enjoy!

[@garthirving1056]

I think this is Stunning,,She has beautiful tones in her voice..Power & Grace..The song sounds difficult to deliver..The melody 2.00 to 2.15 is almost outside sounding..She handles it Brilliantly..I think this would be an avoid song for a lot of singers..Trijnte Oosterhuis you are one impressive Lady..

[@laiiamrasa4990]

Check out here song with Marco Borsto its an outstanding performance from here👌❤

[@yschonheit1995]

When she sang still in love with me, we all sweat

[@bigrich693]

Wow this queen is amazing!!! Have never heard of her but I will spread her singing

[@ingridwatsup9671]

She also sings in the Dutch group Ladies of Soul with Glennis Grace among others. Enjoy.

[@glennpatrickheilbron6818]

She is the best.... what a voice

[@bellebarcelo2200]

Her voice is so beautiful, I love the way she sings, it really touches my heart and soul..keep on singing 🎤🎶🙏💝💝💝

[@smujismuj]

This song breaks my heart. I weep. An absolutely beautiful rendition.

[@edongejoco727]

True. So beautifully performed.

[@luizantoniomaia1020]

With this song I remember my death daughter.

[@robertzaleski5722]

Oh wow. what a voice.

[@58Mellon]

This happens to be Peter Tiehuis, who jammed with Vai and all guitargods of the world. In fact this whole orchestra is packed with worldclass musicians.

[@snlphotographerpressbusiness]

Prachtig gezongen Trijntje! God Bless you in many many ways!❤

[@GRHCU]

A song is just a song, until it gets this type treatment.. Beautiful

[@carstenfrank6643]

Ik kende de nummer alleen met Dusty Springfield en Burt Bacharach maar nu ook Trijntje Oosterhuis en ik moet gewoon geweldig zeggen.👍💖

[@user-dj3my3qn3s]

what a beautiful voice pure and beautiful that was perfection very beautiful moments thanks a lot

[@kittysysagal1209]

Her tones are clear as crystals. Pure and controlled, she delivered this difficult song with grace and finesse. 👌👌👌💯💯💯🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@sharoneastwood.1025]

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 ABSERLOUTLY BEAUTIFUL. IM ONLY SAD THAT I HAVE JUST LEARNT ABOUT HER. IVE SO MISSED OUT IN ALL THIS TIME OF HEARING ANOTHER BURT BACHARACHS EARTH ANGEL SINGER. 🥰.

[@caponsacchi]

I confess I didn't know this singer, and I had never cared much for this song--until now.. Oosterhuis has an exceptionally moving voice, one that imparts "soul" to a song without distorting it into something else. I detect 3 registers in her voice, but she goes from one to the next with seamless artistry. Her power is in her alto register, which is momentarily altered by brief borrowings from her soprano register (sometimes musical notes; elsewhere little "yelps" that really "punch home" the primary lyric below--can you hear them?.) I could listen to her all night.

[@aren2822]

😳...what a beautiful voice! 😊👍3 likes from Italy!

[@themistermax]

No one can ever replace Dionne, of course, but if you ask me, Trijntje is the current keeper of the Bacharach flame. This is one of the most beautiful songs he and David ever wrote, and this performance is one of the best ever. Exquisitely done!

[@tuynrh]

Well said!

[@paulm2420]

no disrespect, but this is my fave

[@jusg5447]

i agree with you totally. Trijntje interpretation of the song is spot on. One of the best versions i have heard!

[@gussy6783]

As a matter of fact, Dionne Warwick IS easily replaced. She has a wonderful voice, but man, she always sings a teeny bit flat, and it drives me crazy. No thanks, I'll take Trijntnje any day.

[@BUKCOLLECTOR]

J. Mark Lane : not even close to Dusty’s soulful rendition which will never be equaled or surpassed. Just my opinion. Al

[@thom9476]

This song is so beautifully sung that I get tears in my eyes, BTW, I am a male.

[@paulm2420]

Best live performance of this song ever.

[@khairilanuarothman3869]

Trijntje is all about the songs; no gimmicks, no frills. Just a beautiful voice telling the story. The best compliment is NOT to find it odd to listen carefully and compare Streisand, Warwick, Carpenter, etc., to someone I have never heard of up until a month back and not vice versa.

[@gregcoste5332]

This is a remarkable series .. I'm old enough to remember when these songs were on the radio and the tranny of that format (3 to 3.5 minutes). This concert and it's publishing on the internet/KZbin and now we have the time to embelish (with the orcastra tion) and to let Trinjnette explore the emotionally of the song. These are the blessings of technology and artistry that we now enjoy!

[@khairilanuarothman3869]

@@gregcoste5332 As the late Karen Carpenter once shared with us: when I was young I listened to the radio waiting for my favourite songs when they played I sing along it made me smile... The world as it is has me convinced that the true blessing is our memories of things wondrous and wonderful. Trintje's superb rendering of these timeless tunes always evoke in me a wistful, nostalgic smile which makes remembering them ever so sweet.

[@maryhoperubio6645]

My first time to hear her voice and saw this video, so beautiful. I wonder why she isn't popular when in fact her style is kind of WOW!!!

[@lenahroch]

Wonderful,just wonderful you sing this song!!!

[@hansvanoosterhoud2197]

Geweldig mooi, hoe Trijntje Oosterhuis dit prachtige gevoelige nummer vertolkt van de Burt Bacherach. Grote klasse.....!!!!

[@MaureenMjn]

The Best artist n song writer in Holland.. Ik ben trots op Trintje ook ik geloof velen ander🌬️🌷❤️

[@felicityjones427]

Best version of this song for me. Beautifully sung, very stirring with such meaningful lyrics.

[@odilepearce4286]

Absolutely beautiful, just love her very stunning voice. Awesome!!!

[@jovenciosales808]

Wow...Why am I tearing???

[@maurym.9253]

Firstly, yes, this is the best version of all (I've heard them all); she has the perfect tonal inflection and pleading wistfulness of a person who is broken-hearted and hoping for redemption of the relationship. Kristen Chenoweth is also very good. "Looking down" is very appropriate as this is an internal reflection, not a public declaration or ballad. It looks more sincere. It also allows the artist to really concentrate on technique and best quality. She really knows how to tug at the heart-strings. She even exceeds the Bacharach-Dusty Springfield duet for pure sincerity and sweetness. Most of the others seem too commercial in tone, not genuine. My hat is off to you Trijntje, and my heart is swollen with feeling. Great job! 'sniff' :)

[@jeremynorbury]

And this is not even her mother tongue.

[@DickNasty480]

She is staring down becuase the spotlight would be right in her eyes if she looked forward from that spot on the stage and I suspect it is blinding.

[@MegaBarc]

Perfect!!!

[@trillionaireman5984]

Beautiful performance! Beautiful songstress! Absolutely Beautiful! Thank you!

[@patrickjenkins9167]

🗿 When talent, training, & style are all wrapped up together in a beautiful package...👏.

[@jennymay4720]

wow. Incredible.Thanks so much,

[@Nahulanham]

A beautiful soul with a fabulous tonal quality.

[@RaptorGN07]

man, the voice, a blend of grace and power. Does it get any better than this?

[@redbrownboy1]

This was an absolutely beautiful, flawless performance!

[@RaptorGN07]

+Nick Spears i agree totally

[@henryaustin6012]

Brings tears to a grown man. Angelic

[@themistermax]

This and maybe Alfie, the most beautiful songs ever written. She does Burt and Hal justice here, and also Dionne. Tremendous.

[@markdezii]

Fantastic. My favorite singer. Love her.

[@blueantz4real]

such a BEAUTIFUL voice!!!

[@johnmcpherson1220]

This is emotionally stunning and simply gorgeous arrangement.

[@sharquin]

OMG!

[@brigidaquispequispetancara1753]

Ella tiene canta maravillosamente, nada más que agregar... Dios la bendiga.

[@paulross8418]

Beautiful

[@Powlee07]

Dionne, Luther and now this beautiful lady voice covers this song so well. Bravo

[@debbiebooth7899]

Unbelievably beautiful

[@regenedeasis576]

hope the generation today would learn to appreciate this genre of song...

[@monteirobryan]

+regene de asis i appreciate :)

[@tomscholtz309]

oh yeah i do haha. special snowflake alert. nah just kidding I love myself.

[@menawilder2360]

For me, this version is the best ever ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@darryl526]

obviously you never heard it by Mavis Staples

[@rolfsvensson5777]

What a lady! WOW!

[@Drumcam]

An outstanding version of this, my favorite Bacharach/David song! Excellent orchestration and vocal!

[@Seahorse1414]

Beautiful , just beautiful. Sung with feeling, never going over the top, just really very well done.

[@ikebarangan6090]

Verse 1] A chair is still a chair Even though there's no one sitting there [Refrain 1] But a chair is not a house And a house is not a home When there's no one there to hold you tight And no one there you can kiss goodnight [Verse 2] A room is still a room Even though there's nothing there but gloom [Refrain 2] But a room is not a house And a house is not a home When the two of us are far apart And one of us has a broken heart [Bridge] Now and then I call your name And suddenly your face appears But it's just a crazy game When it ends, it ends in tears [Verse 3] Darling, have a heart Don't let one mistake keep us apart [Refrain 3] I'm not meant to live alone Turn this house into a home When I climb the stairs And turn the key Oh, please be there Still in love with me [Refrain 3] I'm not meant to live alone Turn this house into a home When I climb the stairs And turn the key Oh, please be there Still in love with me

[@annabelmedina6381]

Ike Baranga

[@robcoenen6412]

My God what a voice

[@lindavanniekerk8679]

Beautiful beautiful beautiful 💐

[@teofilopangalangan965]

Beautiful song and good performance and very touching

[@joelmapue9408]

there's something about her voice that touches my heart and soul... excellent rendition of this song!

[@BLKNBALD100]

Never heard of her but she has an amazing voice...I love the way she makes you as if you can personally say that's how I feel inside..."I was never meant to be alone"....

[@ingridwatsup9671]

Look up more of our Dutch singers: The Ladies of Soul (also with Trijntje) and Glennis Grace. Enjoy!

[@stewevans7806]

What an amazing voice - truly wonderful; Ive been listening on you tube whilst working for the last hour and didn't look at the video until a few moments ago - her English is faultless. Her voice is velvety with tones of Whitney - she has one more fan in the UK as of today; this lady is wonderful...

[@antonionadalin6573]

Thank you for those beautiful arengements and you beautiful voice. . Every time you are snging , it is a precious gift because in your voicesound there is a light 🙏🙏🙏✨⭐️☀️🎶🎵

[@ellabroekhuizen3781]

Very smooth and in control!

[@tangimate]

Luther Vandross was my favourite singing this until now, Trijnte beautiful , wonderful thank you.

[@BarneyAndCoco]

Boy oh boy does this woman sing this song. She's special.

[@rosemarymontez6505]

I just started listening to her music, songs a couple of years ago, this one song reminded me of a time I n my life that I thought I wouldn't survive 20 years ago, my late husband had passed away a year after I heard this song, and i never thought the memories of that year would ever take me back to that place, it s haunting and bittersweet at the same time beautiful,

[@TheChamberRoomExperience]

Good rendition of Dionne Warwicks A House is not a Home 1964 I have never heard of this woman, but she has a nice voice. Good Job.

[@Keyboardman88]

I lost my wife a little over a year ago. This song brings me to tears. Lois, you left me far too soon. 37 years together was not long enough. I love you always.

[@Nastyfinger1444]

Beautiful voice. Love this song.

[@rossanasessa5640]

Pure love, pure joy, pure perfection, pure heart...YOU ARE A BEAUTIFUL HUMAN BEING.

[@geraldfrank1630]

Rossana Sessa Sow are you. Takes one to know one, you know. 👌💕

[@brianpiersol9412]

I agree!

[@cleanslate2004]

A really nice throw back to a time when interpretation was not second to gimmicky vocal tricks. Bravo !

[@jandijk4558]

Tears in my eyes, ooooTrijntje this is great.

[@VirginiaPujalte-vc5ix]

Wow i admire so much ur version of a house is not a home❤

[@bixsingsthemusicoflife2047]

fantastic version. Trintje is one of the best. What vocal control and deep feeling, all together.

[@santiagorodriguez3330]

no Autotune needed here people. Shes the real thing. Stunning orchestra and arrangements. World Class

[@joannlamonica8067]

Beautiful performance. America

[@guycmcd]

Tears as I listen. Amazing control. As good as it gets...

[@anthonylucchese6254]

A difficult song to sing. Trijntje was awesome on this song!

[@rouseller]

She is pretty fantastic! Wow! I’m blown away!

[@josephkane829]

Goosebumps

[@TheRossven]

beautiful love it the arrangement is lovely

[@zoegador3498]

Love her voice ...so crystal clear....

[@ltesla7139]

Beautiful voice and nice American English accent. Great performance.🎉❤ Thanks

[@1954patrizio]

Trijntje your voice is so angelic and perfect...I love all of your music.

[@availablelight999]

Wow!!!! Just wow!!!

[@KenSerpico5450]

This is such an emotional composition. I cry almost everytime I listen to it.

[@abengyu112751]

She's ,...Audiophile .............Best Voice

[@jerrybaliang8224]

i like most her way in bringing out the meaning of every word of this song. her feelings goes with lyrics of this song. a very melodious voice.

[@flippercasey1699]

What a fabulous singers. SOUL!!!!

[@evelessandramallari2405]

Perfect rendition