VOCES8: Miserere Mei, Deus by Gregorio Allegri

[@owlley]

I prefer this to the Tenebrae version which is amazing too.. it doesn't get better than this. this choir just keep getting better and better. the last two years have been their best I feel.

[@jklafayette64]

And there it is .... Never heard it sung better. Andrea Haines' voice simply out of this world.

[@kurtv4946]

Could not agree more. These folks simply blow me away.

[@bernardpoitevin7615]

Oui cela est ..... La voix d'Andrea Haines, est pure, forte, dépouillée, parfaite, touchante.... En réalité elle ouvre littéralement les portes du ciel

[@panzerceremoniaire8359]

New College version remains the best in my opinion... A bit fast to my taste here !

[@brad5286]

@@panzerceremoniaire8359 When you have two on a part, it is very difficult to cover the staggered breathing. Much easier for an entire choir.

[@lisamicali1438]

And she makes it look so easy.

[@M0odyBlue]

I am convinced that this is the greatest choral group of its generation. They are perfect. Their voices are perfect and they harmonize beautifully. They give each other’s voices incredible support, so that to listen to them is to be transported beyond time. Barnaby Smith is a complete genius. They are also abundantly generous in teaching choral music and voice to students throughout Europe. They deserve every fan and every accolade that can be given, especially in this day when auto tuned and pitch corrected voices are the norm. They demonstrate the beauty and the majesty of the natural human voice with all of the emotion it conveys and brings forth in the listener.

[@jesperschultz5568]

I agree. If appreciative of music like this, there are another group out there that not many people know of. They are absollutely out of this world too. kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4OUiI2ZhZeMj5o Purely for inspiration. And their take on Crux Fidelis is also nothing less than amazing.

[@mathijsdevries728]

Hear hear! 👏🏻

[@josephmosikili1902]

I humbly agree with you.

[@huntnetime]

Voces8 and Tenebrae Choir are my favorite choral groups for sure. Very similar style and level of perfection.

[@gretatillett1100]

Your words ring so true. This is truly a sound from heaven itself. Marvelous voices thank you all for a magnificent perfornance❤

[@martyrrt]

Voices are so pure. Brutally beautiful…the soprano is beyond mesmerizing and magnificent.

[@martinhughes2637]

“Brutally” beautiful? Proving once again, there’s a first time for everything.

[@MilesJacobs90]

Imagine allegri being dragged 400 years across time and sat down in front of a screen, slapped on good headphones... and then for him to watch people born centuries after him perform his music to such incredible perfection. I imagine there would be tears rolling down his cheeks

[@rogerrocco5211]

I’m a professional musician and educator with 65 years of life in music. This is the most beautiful music I have ever heard. It has a powerful influence on the state of mind and soul. It is the most powerful painting or sculpture ever created for the ears. No, Mozart couldn’t have transcribed the entire piece from one hearing. Not possible even for a musical genius such as him. His father, Leopold invented the myth to promote his son.

[@charlesmurphy8677]

It's said he went twice and produced a version similar enough to impress the Vatican to reveal to him the original in its entirety.

[@xabulidema9454]

Check out the video from "Early Music Sources" about "Falsobordone, the Miserere of Allegri ...". It is very interesting, and states also the the story with Mozart is perhaps just a myth. And Elam Rotem speaks here also about other "musicological errors" regarding this piece. But that doesn't change how beautifully Voces8 sings.

[@irisjacobs1139]

Perhaps it's not impossible for Mozart to have transcribed the 'Miserere' after only one hearing. The music actually has only three distinct sections: the full choir, the small (concertina) choir and the baritone plainsong. The melodies in these three sections do not change throughout the piece, except the last phrase where the final chord becomes a major rather than a minor chord. Having said all that, the music is sublime, as are Voces8.

[@xabulidema9454]

@@irisjacobs1139 The question ist not if Mozart could have been able to transcibe this piece. The question is if he did it. There is not any single source, scores, or a letter known about this. And also no contemporary sources from other people, who could have seen the transcription, do exist.

[@cindyj5522]

Amazing that humans can be guilty of so much savagery but also create this. I will never understand.

[@markthomas6436]

The Latin words are simple: "Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God . . . (repeat). Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, grant us peace." 😊

[@inilahaccountku]

I’m a Muslim, I didn’t understand any words they sing. But I truly enjoying the harmony of this choir. Their voices is angelic. Thank you for sharing 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@oldman8277]

I’m a Christian, I don’t understand many of the words either. Haven’t heard better!

[@echogary]

This is from the Psalter of David. In Orthodox it is read as Psalm 50. Beautiful Indeed!

[@panzerceremoniaire8359]

aren't you supposed to listen to music at all ? 🤔

[@applemac100100]

Based on Psalm 51. It’s all about a kings request for forgiveness from God after he has committed awful sin and the assurance that God has granted it to him.

[@torgenxblazterzoid]

Have Mercy On Me, God Have mercy on me, God According to your great kindness And according to the multitude of your mercies, Erase my iniquities Wash me completely from my iniquities And cleanse me of my sins For I know my iniquities And my sins are always before me To you alone, I have sinned And done evil before you That you may be fair in your speech And justified in your judgement Behold, I was conceived in iniquity And in sin did my mother conceived me Behold, you desire truth in the inward parts And you teach me wisdom in the hidden places Purify me with hyssop and I will be clean Wash me, and I will be whiter than snow Let me hear your joy and gladness And my humble bones will rejoice Turn your face away from my sins And erase all of my iniquities Create in me a pure heart, oh, God, And renew your right spirit within me Do not turn me away from your sight, And do not take your Holy Spirit from me Return your gladness and salvation to me And uphold me with a willing spirit I will teach sinners your way And they will be converted unto you Save me from blood, God, God of my salvation My tongue will praise of your righteousness Lord, open my lips And my mouth will sing your glory Because you have not desired sacrifices For you don't delight in sacrifices, or I would do so Nor do you desire burnt offerings The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit A broken and humble heart God will not despise Do well before the Lord in your good pleasure to Zion And build the walls of Jerusalem Then you accept the sacrifices of righteousness In oblations and burnt offerings Then they will offer bulls on your altar.

[@lesliebegany1883]

I saw a small clip of this performance on TikTok and I almost broke my knee caps running here to listen to the full performance. I sat with tears flowing and my hand over my mouth in awe the entire time. Just beautiful. I had goose bumps and just was taken back to glory days of listening to a cappella choir music.

[@Sweetcoffes]

Same from tik tok

[@helloworld7818]

That singer with black hair has an incredible voice

[@deadendfarminginvermont9518]

I'm listening, mouth agape, hardly breathing. Incredible. Gives one hope for humanity.

[@jfduran9176]

Una glória escucharlo

[@aarons8295]

This will bring tears

[@alessandraaoki5757]

And this, ladies and gentlemen, is how angels sing❤

[@janeannesley8113]

Holy Week captured in 8 minutes of pure perfection

[@Maddogmjd1900]

This breaks my heart wide open every time I hear it. Praise the Lord, we need more beauty!!!

[@fredericfillet6179]

I don’t think there is anything more beautiful in this world

[@jamesduthie8024]

They really are Voces9 - 8 singers and the room. Notice how the quartets moved to change their resonance according to where they stood. Amazing virtuuosity.

[@andrewrahn5908]

Where’s the original bass❓resonance

[@pierre-yveshuet5060]

when they do concerts, surely, but in the case of this video, it does not seem like it is live-recorded, or the choir microphones are well hidden (generally they are not further than 1.5m from the singers, especially for an octet). They do amazing live recordings, I was in love of their videos of the Messiah, but here I doubt that it is the case.

[@pierre-yveshuet5060]

after a second thought... it is actually POSSIBLE that the microphone is 10m away from them. Which would make their work and the talent of the sound engineer even more amazing!

[@wioi]

@james this piece is actually written to be performed like this,where 4 of them have to change the position in the hall

[@ggillaspy]

That explains their movements, thank you for that info!

[@RunarLundvall]

Andrea is the nearest to an elven queen walking among us mortals.

[@brad5286]

As much as I love Renee Fleming's voice on the soundtrack when Arwen steps out from the banner at the end of Return of the King, could you imagine Andrea singing that? It would be out of this fucking world.

[@cadmisprime4709]

She pulled that high c all in one breath, as it should be sung. Astounding really nobody else ive heard has done it all in one breath as she has here

[@FG-ie7cu]

Barnaby Smith is the dynamic life force and center of the group, yet he modestly hides this, letting the sopranos capture most of the attention and praise, while he just smiles his engaging smile. His cultured vitality, endearing kindness, and vibrant countertenor are more apparent when you see them perform in person...he is truly a powerhouse. Before seeing them live, I also fell into the widespread habit of nearly considering everyone else as "supporting cast" for Andrea: this is to wrong these world talents terribly. Seeing them live makes one deeply realize each power and personality here. The soaring soprano is clearly the icing on the very-rich layered cake--undeniably exquisite and sublimely ornamental--but one doesn't want to eat just the icing, you know? Search in the entire cake for the sultanas, the rare spices--each individually savored as well as in perfect blend and balance--and the hidden gold token. : -) p.s. This recording is an absolute dream, surpassing angel-song into that of the archangels: eight of them, each stunningly beautiful.

[@annmeador7380]

Agree! Well said.

[@a1ar127]

Wonderful, thoughtful comments…

[@dandrugan5997]

❤

[@arctic004]

Oh, beautifully stated and SO true!

[@a1ar127]

That this listener will take the time to present such thoughtful comments is a further indication that the Voces8 sound, its character, or culture as it were, is unique. I have no training or expertise in choral music, but somehow this group transcends my lack of experience and I can simply listen and enjoy the music of the spheres. 🙂

[@patriciamirandaarino9750]

I listen to this song almost every day. Mercy on us, Lord, miserable sinners

[@cathcort1]

I really enjoy the lack of any strain when Andrea Haines reaches that high note! This group is sublime in every way.

[@robertatkinson7258]

Yes. And Andrea superbly and skillfully executes that high note with quality, clarity, and no broken tones EVER!! Just amazing!!

[@kristenday1956]

My therapist, May he rest in peace turned me on to Miserere about 30 years ago and I never tire of listening to it. This version is exquisite.

[@kristenday1956]

Therapist was Otto Desiderato, a beautiful soul.

[@cherylpearce2503]

Absolutely beautiful, perfectly sung, Andrea’s soaring voice sent shivers down my spine and brought tears to my eyes. Thank you Voces8, listening to you sing is the nearest you can get to Heaven on earth. Easter blessings to each of you.

[@Peter_Schneider]

I'd agree with: soring.

[@j.abbink1099]

Beyond words....What a music, what a performance..

[@stepheneden8625]

Perfect.

[@APoxOnNordStream]

It's the final resolution to a major that gets me absolutely every time.

[@irisjacobs1139]

Yes, it's mesmerizing; a ray of sunshine at the close of an eloquent prayer for forgiveness.

[@gretatillett1100]

This is truly the sound of heaven. The voices are sublime and I just can't get enough of it. Thank you Voces 8 you deserve God's Richest Blessings ❤❤❤

[@robrusso6784]

This! Absolutely breathtaking! This is the long sought after "Miserere," in perfect pitch - harmony - inflection. Also, that it was published during Holy Week! Perfection!

[@johnproffitt9786]

This brings me back to my childhood, and my beautiful brother singing the high part as a treble in his men and boys choir. I love you Joseph, you are so missed.

[@elizabethsohler6516]

Memory Eternal.

[@RSchef]

💞💞

[@markfortuin7111]

Ethereal. Putting their gifts & talent to good use. The solo soprano has the timbre & pitch of a boy treble. Pure & spotless.

[@ArlyCravo]

My dream came true: to see and hear Voces8 singing Miserere Mei, Deus. Thanks to all of you. Another piece I'd really like to hear with Voces8 is Tchaicovsky's Cherub Hymn. God bless them always!

[@stevewiddows]

50 yrs ago an ensemble sings this holy song, and they each leave in silence each going home to their husband wife or parents. If I'm going to sing a holy song, I ought to ponder my life. If I listen to a holy song, I ought to ponder my life.

[@chaophray]

A few years ago I went to Sukhotai, an old capital of Siam. At 6 am I rented a bike and entered the ruins, surrounded by a lush tropical park - the sun was rising, turning old Buddha statues and stupas into radiant gold. Throughout the time, I had VOCES8 "Enchanted Isle" seeping into my ears, which made the experience that much more magical. Now you have done it again. Thank you...

[@odeydes]

God deserves nothing less than this

[@doriswoelfl368]

Engel singen. Gesegnete Ostern. Hoffnung auf Auferstehung. Danke für diesen wunderbaren Gesang. Liebe Grüße euch Allen

[@CuteBrainzProject]

es ist ein Meisterwerk!

[@thomasliertz8254]

Immer wieder schön diesen exzellenten Gesang zu hören

[@richardbreitling6537]

I have heard this before - still quite beautiful. One thing I always appreciate with VOCES8 is the uniform, regal presentation of the music - posture, dress, setting, clear audio, and video. No namby-pamby or slouchy structure, but one which brings the best of the music. Also I’ve heard many “renowned” singers who may have great range and tone, but you can hardly recognize a word of what they are singing. VOCES8 actually move their tongues and enunciate! You can hear the musical text even as a group. Beautiful women, handsome men, well-dressed, polished - I hope they avoid musical casualism for these types of works Although I listen frequently to VOCES8, I feel like I am missing something when I don’t see them perform. So I am grateful for the videos/audio presentation, who focus on the performers at the appropriate times. Kudo’s to their production team - very refined. I can’t help but to support this group!

[@jethro377]

"I have heard this before" 🤣

[@amandalin4102]

NAMBY PAMBY LMAO

[@tangoxraysierra]

This song is an absolute masterpiece, created in the mid 1600s. You’ve probably heard it before, yes.

[@Caroline1261]

Comme c'est beau. Quelles voix magnifiques, quel son incroyable dans cet église! Mille fois merci.

[@lotharsonntag2588]

atemberaubende Intonation und betörende Klangmischungen. Wundervoll!!!

[@gerardomartinez2289]

Listening to such angelic voices I've got the feeling that God wanted to give us a small piece of what he listens in his heaven sorrounded by thousands of angels singing to his glory. We are blessed for having such privilege of listening to you voces8. I can hardly Express what I really think and feel while listening to you. Blessings to you already blessed.

[@The007abracadabra]

Voice out of this world: Ms. ANDREA HAINES also from Tenebrae : Ms. JOSEPHINE STEPHENSON 💖 the best voices ever

[@guylebras9880]

Une merveille de la musique baroque italienne, le miserere d’Allegri, œuvre composée en 1638 pour la Chapelle Sixtine. La partition a été jalousement gardée pendant des années par le Vatican et l’on dit, mais ce serait une légende, que Mozart l’écouta deux fois sur place et fut ensuite capable d’en restituer la partition de mémoire. En tout cas, l’interprétation livrée ici par Voces 8 mérite, comme d’habitude de devenir elle-même légendaire !

[@vinmar4551]

The Good Lord's blessing. I am a musician and artist for many many years 1968 trumpet in 6th/7th grade to the present, mulit instrumentalist, orchestration, arranging, composition etc. I am in awe of the human voice. There is nothing like hearing a soul that sings, let alone a group of 8 in a church choir, touching your heart and soul in all sorts of ways indescribable. ;-)

[@sukfonglaw6706]

She sings so effortlessly. A blessed voice indeed. The harmony and tone are so perfect. Everyone of you is treasure.

[@websterforrest]

I've listened to this recording now about a million times. There is something simply regal about the voice of soprano Andrea Haines. In its purity it is like the truthfulness of the truth: the tuneful ringing bell of the Holy Spirit. It reminds me of the passage in Wisdom 7, which says that [wisdom] is the brightness of the everlasting light, the unspotted mirror of the power of God, and the image of his goodness.

[@eastmorton]

I have never heard a more deeply beautiful, spiritual performance of this this sacred work. Sublime.

[@robertrosen3969]

...a kind of crystalline perfection is achieved here...ethereal and transporting it touches on an extra dimension if one is open to that sort of thing...a real stunner...

[@gustavosalcedo3092]

Their voices are so pure and pristine! Almost unreal.

[@MichaelHudson-d7m]

Thus far The Sixteen's breathtaking performances of the Miserere hold the top spot. Given Voces8's absolutely stunning level of musicianship, interpretation, technical skill and feeling I am really looking forward to hearing their performance. I'm expecting it to be the high point of my Holy Week musical experiemce.

[@MerricMaker]

Tenebre

[@StephenPhayre]

Anuna - kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4KbZJhphsSgo7M

[@thesaucegroup1877]

No one cares what you like

[@Talisman0011]

Pure merveille , comme l'élégance de ces trois ravissantes jeunes femmes accompagnées de ces parfaites voix d'hommes .....Merci.....❤❤🕊🕊🌹🌹🎵🎵

[@charliejjrome]

It physically hurts how good this is.

[@tatianadelavegabracho4671]

Os anjos do céu devem cantar assim à face do Nosso Senhor Deus. Magnífico!

[@Rusalka60]

So touching. How long ago I sang it with our choir. And will never in my life sing it again. Thank you Voces 8. It was like I stood into the middle of your ensemble and my soul was singing with you.

[@vanessafletcher6710]

Such a good comment. It teared me up.

[@Rusalka60]

Thank you for your your sensitiv empathy.

[@Saengerin-mit-Herz]

Heaven on earth, that's simply the best, I have ever heard and experienced live, wonderful. Thanks God for these celestial voices

[@adoradorlevifelipe2071]

Great!!!!! God be praised forever and never in your beautiful voices. Jesus is risen!!! He has overcome sin, death and hell, gaining our access to eternal life. God bless you.

[@leslieeden8886]

Simply stunning - you are the best vocal group in the world at present. Your works are absolutely flawless.

[@kristofferhenriksson2869]

My heart breaks every time i listen to this. It is *perfect*. Allegri himself would be honored.

[@lukelindsay07]

Stunningly beautiful! We dare not forget the creative and smooth camera work that kept this musical offering alive.

[@Robertmeulendijk]

Best performance of Allegri’s Miserere ever. Very in tune and well performed ❤ moves me to tears😢

[@ulrichdannenbaum4472]

questionable .... for comparison listen to the Tallis Scholars' recording from 1980 in the Merton College Chapel , Oxford

[@Robertmeulendijk]

@@ulrichdannenbaum4472 yes that is also quite good and comparable. I think the version of Voces 8 Is super beautiful

[@paradiddleday]

@@ulrichdannenbaum4472Alison Stamp, treble

[@iteor7320]

And there we go… the long awaited gauntlet gets thrown down. Going to be hard to beat this rendition. Awesome job as always

[@Christophe_L]

Truly mesmerizing every time. Voices blending so beautifully in this room they sound like one big organ.

[@tubapress]

Absolutely stunning from the gloriously free and floating soprano of Andrea Haines (who magically seems to continuously get better…somehow) all the way down to the new bass, Dominic Carver. It’s stunning to me how this group maintains and exceeds even as they encounter personnel changes; an incredible accomplishment.

[@kiwitoffee]

Staggering. This music and the psalm are beautiful beyond measure.

[@brad5286]

1:39 - 1:58 Andrea really said "I am no mere mortal. I do not require a breath like all these other lowly humans." 👼👼👼

[@horowitz8680]

"Just let me cook fam"

[@SALEENS7GTR5]

She then went on two more times and said "wanna see me do it again?"

[@robertatkinson7258]

@@SALEENS7GTR5 ROFL!! Exactly!!

[@wioi]

She is amazing but also this is ment to be sung like that, without taking a breath..

[@CaresinVerse]

Never tire of them. Never can get enough of them. VOCES8 is the best of the best!

[@JohnLlewellyn-m3h]

I like the pure tone; no vibrato.

[@danielbelanger3147]

Sublime quintessence et haute voltige de performance … Ce déplacement des choristes fait référence à la méthode d’ALLEGRI qui positionna deux chœurs l’un en face de l’autre à la chapelle Sixtine

[@waltsmith9583]

What a wonderful gift for Easter Holy Week.

[@terryball9415]

Thank you so much for these 8 minutes of absolute beauty. Even though I've heard you many times, I am constantly and pleasantly surprised by Andrea's crystal pure tone.......especially at the top of her range......and seemingly effortless to boot. Love you guys!!!!!

[@sherrycoman2230]

I cannot stop watching this. The staging, the movement, the groupings, but of course most of all the incredible sound. So beautiful.

[@CarlosVinicius-pg8js]

7:45 essa parte da musica me arrepia todo, que bela melodia, magnífica.❤❤

[@ndumi5124]

They have finally Sang it 😭 my heart is so full! Thank you Voces8

[@mddell58]

So, I wanted to let y'all know that I have been allowing my mind to roam back to the 70's, when I was in college, & I was blown away by the singing group they had at the University I just started to attend. Indiana. Beautiful pieces that were a little 're-worked' before they'd sing in front of very large audiences. I actually had the idea to try-out to sing with them. I had to sing in front of the director, & all thirteen of the singers. I sang two songs, (piano only) Carli Simon's, 'Coming Around Again,' & 'You're so Vain.' I was more than excited when they called me later that night to say, 'YES!' 👍🏻 (I never had much confidence in my singing voice.') The very first 'tour' we went on was after singing an old time favorite we practiced relentlessly on. 'Chattanooga Choo Choo.' It sounded so lovely! 🎵 I've been following your beautiful voices for a few years now. I'm wondering, since I'm older now, if y'all could, would possibly sing that song? It's definitely a very feel-good, summertime song. Thank ALL of you for always adding a smile to my face, as well as my day. ❤

[@herminelorang8068]

Ein wundervolles Video und großartiges Ostergeschenk für die Welt. Ich danke Ihnen allen sehr, jedem Einzelnen, dem gesamten Team im Hintergrund. Diese Interpretation drückt sehr auf den Tränenkanal. Einfach fantastisch. Sehr, sehr lieben Dank und Frohe und gesegnete Ostern. Grüße aus Germany.

[@wlbraun2024]

If ever a God would have felt the need to boast about his creation: He would have chosen You!

[@TheONETITWONDER]

Welcome to the new bass singer too. He did a splendid job.

[@larrymansfield9393]

This is the closest to heavenly music I think we can achieve

[@rickbaker8096]

Lovely as always. Andrea sings the high Cs so effortlessly, it gives me chills.

[@Babbajune]

What is it about the beauty of sound that brings me to tears? Thanks so much for sharing this beautiful harmony. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ericaconce9891]

An interpretation that awakens the sacred within each one, which invites reflection and humility in the face of divine power... Greetings from Brasil.

[@littlecrazybolt7659]

Merveilleux. Les performances de cette chorale sont exceptionnelle.

[@justin.morgan71]

Breathless here with the deepest admiration and respect…. The tears are flowing. Thank you. ❤🙏

[@randal7711]

Beautiful, calming and refreshing to the soul! The words of Psalm 51, "Have Mercy on me O God."

[@pipergj33]

The chanting is just perfect. Thank you each and all for the amount of work it has taken individually and corporately to sing so magnificently and to make this recording and many others. You make my life better.

[@gemmag.2988]

I have heard non professional versions of this piece in various monasteries in the UK. ie as part of the monks' everyday worship. The cantors are very good indeed but not quite at this level...

[@susanflakes6968]

Just thinking about back in the day, I gave you 2 Chronicles 20 about your situation with your friends watching..and suddenly instrunents were passed out...and now we are gloriously catapulted to here, NOW.. all of us watching GOD'S WAYS and marveling wondrously. together.

[@effygram8159]

This is probably my favourite piece of music and this is an absolutely incredible rendition! The tall lady sung the piercingly high parts so seemingly EFFORTLESSLY ❤ I am stunned!

[@peadaruaniall9539]

The coming of the Light... Let me not be caught asleep but let me be ever vigilant for the Coming of the Lord.

[@juvenalsdad4175]

Absolutely exquisite. I just love this group.

[@DrTWG]

The depth , beauty and emotion . The excellence . This is to be dearly cherished in our culture dominated by bovine worship of celebrity , materialism , banality & narcissism and worse.

[@TheMrFarkle]

A more perfect performance I cannot imagine.

[@renerau3534]

Fechando os olhos enquanto ouço esta maravilha, quase consigo tocar no criador!!!!!!

[@steffenismer]

It's so heavenly 💖 And Andrea is an angel. And we could sing along to everything. B&S (SAHC) Greetings from Germany

[@molliethorn]

Hi Steffen!

[@annemartine]

It's really heaven! And we got this chance with SAHC, to try our best. Marin said perfection overrated, well that goes for us mere mortals, not for Voces8!

[@authorpgbadzey5775]

All of them are superb, but that soprano is positively angelic. The balance between all the members is astonishing. What a well-trained group. A treasure.

[@robertatkinson7258]

Totally agree!!! I'm so transported to another realm psychologically every time I listen to them perform this song.

[@manuelauribe856]

Thank you VOCES8 for sharing such pure beauty. The perfection of this interpretation will not be matched. THANK YOU!!

[@fch3617]

Je crois que c’est l’une des plus merveilleuses interprétations de cette divine partition que j’ai pu entendre et apprécier. Merci

[@adhiantos]

Back 3 years ago I listened to their 2015 recording of this masterpiece during lockdown. Feeling both lost, confused and just trying to make sense of the situation that this world is suddenly faced with. This song brought me so much comfort back then! And this is truly another phenomenal performance. Thank you Voces8 for the wonderful performance

[@jklafayette64]

I am positive that this performance will be impeccable in every way❤

[@drewjamespatrick4054]

Veni, vidi, vici!!! Pope Urban VIII, and Allegri himself would have blessed this, and the 8 mins belonging to Voces8! Thank you! Best recoding ever!

[@drewjamespatrick4054]

I have listened so many times, and will continue! The individual voices are so recognizable! The decants are stunning...as always!

[@artursorba1465]

Out of this world, magnificent and so vibrant. Final chord gave me the biggest chills. Vienreizēji!

[@tylerclausen9128]

The Allegri is my favorite choral piece, hands down and I am excited that Voces8 have recorded this gem! Thank you!

[@Biafinee]

Probably my favorite aria above all. This performance is gorgeous ! Sung it a few years ago as the high soprano, i'd love to sing it again.

[@hotsnow5042]

The "Miserere" is the the type of "support/assurance" that David is asking God for, after living a life of maliciousness to that point. He has changed his ways and asks for God's assurance of his salvation, in the same form of "support" that a Misericord would support a choral member while they sing in a standing position for the duration of a long piece of music in Church.

[@garyhinkle5736]

Thank You Voces8 For This Beautiful Gift Of Glorious Music ❤

[@Flumphinator]

The architecture of the space, sound engineering, cinematography, and editing are just about as outstanding as the choir. Everything about this is the work of a master. Also that last chord will haunt me for life.

[@oladomozych5886]

This version and Tenebrae Choir are my favorite.

[@brotherowl]

And Higginbottom....