Voice Teacher Analyzes CYNTHIA ERIVO x ALFIE @ 2023 KENNEDY HONORS

[@tylerhackner9731]

Her voice is absolutely immaculate

[@explore4284]

Amen

[@Roshon1114]

Yes!!!

[@dcarpenter70]

Have you watched the video of her performing at Royal Albert Hall? She’s amazing!

[@tonyareed5083]

Cynthia Erivo's vocal performances are a combination of talent and years of technical TRAINING. It is MORE than just being intentional. Anyone can be INTENTIONAL, but if you do not have the talent or training, you will not render a performance such as this. Erivo does something today that almost no other singer in the Pop Music genre does: She merges her stellar classical singing and Musical Theater acting training with Pop and Soul vocals. Most of Erivo's vocal performances are almost "technically" flawless.

[@KevinSigman]

100%. Celie in The Color Purple musical is one of the most vocally demanding roles out there and that was her breakout performance that first brought attention to her talent and won her the 2016 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical. And now she will be Elphaba in the Wicked movie musical. Another vocally demanding role. You'd have to have that sort of training to be able to even perform those roles at a professional level in the first place.

[@skippruitt2391]

She has a very special gift.

[@tp9623]

Cynthia consistently meets the moment. She pairs so well with symphonies. Chefs kiss!

[@derrickferguson8274]

She had the whole audience captivated. I cannot stop rewatching. Ms. Erivo is here to remind us that there are still real DIVAS amongst us. Salute 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@PRESTO5796]

I’m ADDICTED TO HER MAGICAL PERFORMANCE: Love 🩵that dress 👗 and her VOICE IS IMMACULATE❗️PERFECTION 💥Sooo DOPE 🔥🌟💫✨

[@cherylhickmon8573]

Yeees!!

[@cusescholar3582]

The best singer of our generation. She is the Barbra of our generation. Just my opinion.

[@Epinaj]

😳

[@Mrskmdumas12]

Well said! ❤

[@orangemoonglows2692]

lol. maybe best in the uk.

[@VonThomas-py4sf]

Nailed that combo reference child

[@glowwithola5627]

I wish y’all would let ppl be great without mentioning other incomparable singers 😭😭😭

[@gwendolyncolston5034]

This song was meant for a broadway talent such as hers. She took the original song and added intentional inflection that was perfect.

[@SinginViki]

This was the performance of the entire show!! Cynthia Erivo is a BEAST! Her artistry and technique is so amazing and just flawless. She brought Dionne to tears!!!

[@SJ-bi9wu]

Wasn't it lovely how Dionne Warwick was so clearly touched, and honored by these performers?

[@phyllispierce6146]

I feel bad for whoever had to follow her!!

[@unclewob99hard24]

Clarity, warmth and intelligence come through her eyes, voice and soul. She is a diva who has earned her accolades. Perfection.

[@ChristiGriffin]

Extraordinary.

[@npcolt]

Jaron: You see what i'm saying? Me nodding at my screen: yeah, uh huh 🤓

[@OctoberLibra1]

Miss Erivo, NEVER disappoints. This woman is up there with the Greats. I love that she doesn't do all the runs and riffs that a lot of these artist are doing these days. She is like those singers of the past because they would sing the song...and Dionne and Gladys have both said that in order to make the song believable is to sing the lyrics, because if you don't, it takes away the integrity of a song...Just like if say, if a singer would add riffs, runs and adlibs to this song it would take away the nature, meaning and integrity of this beautiful song. That's why when you hear singers today do songs like this and they try to do it their way, half the time you don't recognize the song because they do wayyyyyy to much. Miss Erivo did an EXCELLENT Job in interpreting Alfie. I loved this performance....so did the audience and especially Miss Warwick...she did her justice.

[@weavesnatched7957]

for some reason cynthia’s live performances always make me cry 😭 her tone is so beautiful and how she just… ugh i dont even know how to describe it and how her singing makes me feel

[@VictoriaEPines]

She’s anointed. Her gift is what blesses your soul.

[@onicafoster6480]

Cynthia is SO CONSISTENT! She just gets it and DOES it in her perfect way.

[@ThisIsJ.Nicole]

This song has so many dynamics. How cool?!🤗 What a journey. Haven't witnessed vocal mastery like this in a long time. Whitney was an intentional singer. Ledisi is an intentional singer....Phyllis Hyman...just to name a few. I'm loving this...

[@sherryhenderson9556]

Shelia E’s face is my face right now. I love love love her controlled vibrato.

[@bodleyhihou]

I’M SO GLAD YOU REVIEWED THIS PERFORMANCE 😭!! I love Cynthia smm, also she practices A LOT (sport) and I think it’s one of the reasons why she’s got such an outstanding control over her voice. I admire her so much, I love your content btw!!!🧘🏾✨

[@johnnolan5579]

If you look back at the history of the song, it was written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David for the movie "Alfie" starring Michael Caine as a total cad who had women falling off him, begging for his love, while he refused to settle down with anyone, love and relationships being something that cramped his style. This performance encapsulates every nuance of the story line singing as one of those enamoured women who is trying to get him to understand love. I hear this so clearly in this stunning performance, a perfect interpretation of the true meaning of the song.

[@msicecreammouth]

Thank you for the background story of the character Alfie. It’s as if Alfie was somewhere close by listening to counsel. Her soft tone, her smile. It all makes sense now. She’s a storyteller indeed. Mesmerizing! That’s what it was!!!

[@louisehancock324]

Well said.

[@WordWoman111]

Thank you for sharing this. While I know of the movie, this rendition made me want to watch the film.

[@brandonstokes392]

I know this video is about her voice, but may we PLEASE shout out her STUNNING LOOK?!? SLAAAY QWEEN!! 👸🏿

[@voicelover23]

Her voice is exquisite. I loved watching Dionne's face watching her sing - you can tell she truly enjoyed it. 😊

[@TheShoutingjohn83]

She gives me the same feeling and emotion that Whitney did whenever she sang… Cynthia is simply OUTSTANDING!

[@patriciawaugh3287]

Baby! She knocked that out the park

[@annettemcbride4842]

She whistled, "Have Yourselfa Merry Little Christmas" on Jimmy Fallon and it was amazing! Just tremendous use of her instrument.

[@shippendales8543]

He reacted to that in his shorts

[@winterbleusky]

I still have chills from that❤

[@rodneyjhackenflash4865]

Dis she whistle it though her bull nose ring?

[@ministerfelichafisher2]

She most definitely is one of my favorite singers-and YESSS, brother-you analyzed this video brilliantly! Go Cynthia; you absolutely nailed this performance!🗣️🎙️💨 #SweetSpirit😇

[@LindenwoodMusic]

Intelligent singing! Her classical training + her innate talent + her intelligent singing = spell-binding performances. (Watch the audience - they’re mesmerized!) What a gift, Cynthia! Thank you for sharing your intelligence, gifts and training. ❤️

[@creativedesigns4007]

If she wasn't telling a story, then I don't know who was! I loved this performance, and I'm glad you broke it down for us. 😊

[@jmeka1972]

Baby… the way she HELD THAT STRAIGHT NOTE!!! If I had on a wig… I woulda THREW IT ACROSS THE ROOM 😤😤😤

[@phyllispierce6146]

I was being lazy about my vocal exercises. Until I heard this performance. This was the best I've ever heard her! She has definitely inspired me!

[@bougiebohemian5393]

My Introduction to Cynthia Erivo was when she performed as Celie in The Color Purple Musical on Broadway. My goodness, I was taken ABACK at her voice. What a gift.

[@nowhere7897]

Some folks will be naming their kids 'Alfie' after this performance. Incredible. Thanks for the analysis 😊

[@TheNaturalBelle]

Her dynamics add so much character and life to the lyrics. She is a treasure.

[@k1dub1]

Damn, Dionne was blessed to have this tribute. The pride on her face made me teary eyed 🥲

[@D_Space2024]

I WAS WAITING FOR YOU DAWG FOR YOU TO REVIEW THIS! this was a polished, captivating performance just flawless. Her voice, expression, and the dress. Dreamy and class at its finest. The orchestra. Just a moment in time.

[@CarmenRoyale]

The fact that you're so clearly knowledgeable about the craft of singing and still said (multiple times) in this video that you're still learning is such a display of humility that all REAL mentors and true artists should strive to possess. It raises a red flag for me when an instructor attempts to project an all-knowing image because the inherent beauty of all art forms lies in the enigmatic quality that transcends mere technical correctness. The true beauty of ALL art forms is that no matter how technically proficient an artist may be, there is always that added mystery of something that you can't quite put your finger on which can catapult a sound, dance, speech, painting, sculpture, etc from simply being a creative display of self expression into the realm of becoming ART.

[@thatgirlkells5505]

Exactly. There is a craft to being a great singer!

[@shawnjones9829]

Cynthia reminds me of Whitney - great pronunciation. You never have to wonder what words are being sung.

[@drewsarmiento]

Casting her as Elphaba is probably one of the best casting choices in years. It’s like hitting a home run while winning the oscars while winning the lottery in every state.

[@missclaymsdavis8640]

When she sang and held "Nothing", the note floated out of her and filled the entire room! Cynthia Erivo is so gifted!

[@ceinie4]

My God!! I absolutely adore Cynthia!!! Her voice is immaculate!! 😭

[@beccas2065]

She was outstanding!!!!! She will be the one gettinf awarded the prestigious honor one day.

[@KristineMaitland]

She's got a Tony and a Grammy plus two Oscar nominations. She's on her way.

[@joycelynnnelson9316]

She sang that song like the look of her dress….DREAMY!!!!

[@ProfessorofPraise]

I’ve watched HER PERFORMANCE about 30x’s now!!!!! One of my fave performances of her. Just a raw talent.

[@Steppa02]

This is so good!!! It has me just itching to hear her sing in Wicked!!! I will probably cry during Defying Gravity.

[@traceycooper3554]

@steppa02 when she sings that there will be standing ovations in movie theaters!

[@tejanob05]

For Good is gonna mess me up. I already know it.

[@EmorettaRobinson]

Cynthia is such an incredibly gifted singer. I liked her version of the song from beginning to end.

[@icecol22]

Oh my goodness!!! Cynthia Erivo has a beautiful gift. I literally got chills with her notes. Underrated singer !!! Beautiful!! Everything is so clear!

[@ABlueDahlia]

She's phenomenal. I didn't know this song prior to her performance of it, and what an introduction to it!

[@tourecoffey3604]

It's a great pop standard, 😊

[@joliegarrett]

This performance blew me away when I saw it last night! I think it was the BEST performance of the evening. She is such a pro. I'm so glad you decided to analyze it because you are an expert at telling us WHY singers sound so good.

[@Indi9oMoorMARs]

CYNTHIA! CHI'IIIILLLLEE... I BOUT THREW MY SHOE AT MY PHONE SHE SANG SO DARN GOOD! She gave me, Brandy and Whitney in Cinderella vibes and I LOVED EVERY MOMENT!!! Jaron, please look up "Ashanti portrays Dionne Warwick"Walk On By"." Oh my goodness..., Ashanti sang Ms. Dionne Warwick's song beautifully...

[@cynthiajones6013]

I love her voice, my namesake( Cynthia) sings absolutely Beautiful! The lil Sistah call Sing Y’all, with or without an orchestra! Happy Holidays Jaron! 🎄 🥰

[@ssjChloe]

Cynthia Erivo has such a magical voice, I cannot wait to see her performance as Elphaba in Wicked. I would love to see you react to more Cynthia! I’m Here and Stand Up are just phenomenal. Love your videos, brilliant reaction as always.

[@ginww3517]

She was the best performance of the show. I hadn’t heard the song Alfie in years.

[@iffahpeerzada7720]

Cynthia Erivo is a Legend man ooofff. I loved how you explained her vocal choices including vibe and throat mechanics(?) May both of you grow and glow even more!

[@TheTerrangela]

You better sing, Jaron! 🤩 I saw this and was absolutely spellbound...which is how I usually feel listening to Erivo. 🥰🥰🥰💥🎬

[@chaffroncorder646]

As soon as I heard this the other night, I said "Jaron HAS to analyze this!" Her performance was immaculate. So much control and so many wonderful choices.

[@saleemwaynewaters8087]

Your analysis is spot on, I’m a musician and I’ve played over 20 instruments in my life. I would trade all of it if I could sing ! Peace and love 🎶💕🙏🏾

[@pacificodelnorte6628]

You're very blessed and talented!

[@donovanrobinson1843]

Cynthia was a perfect candidate to tribute Dionne. The songs Dionne sang were vocally complex in terms of delivery and dynamics.

[@lovebug3078]

If you listen to Dionne sing this song, she does the same with her enunciation, control, and grace !

[@cynthiadavis3366]

I cried watching her sing this. Thank you for your tutelage. I'm a singer too and you...thank you. Blessings 🙌🏾

[@davidamathis9627]

I saw this performance during the tv broadcast. I’m sure they heard me screaming all the way in D.C. Perfection!

[@TheLexicon24]

YES YES YES 😤😤😤😤 The performance was absolutely amazing. The tone, the clarity, the outfit 😩 perfection and the analysis on top?!? Will be rewatching this 😂

[@rmcmariusable]

She never disappoints. What a beautiful voice and performance EVERY TIME ❣️Brava Ms. Erivo👏🏾

[@hunterbrackett2167]

I saw you review the short and thought, NOOO, please do the whole thing. 🤣 Thank you, Sensei. ✨

[@michellescott435]

She is fantastic!!! I noticed her in Harriett. Yes!! Glad she kept the song classic and made it her own at the same time! Enjoyed your analysis!!!!

[@jasonlicos]

I can see how she will sound as Elphaba in the Wicked Movie. Her tone is phenomenal.

[@islandgal2583]

Season’s Greetings from the Cbean 🌴🎄 I LOVE her voice, she has that “movie magical voice” 👍🏾💜

[@cynthiajones6013]

Yes, I would love to see her in a Musical! 🎤 🎶 💃

[@debrax4711]

She was recently on Jimmy Fallon and she is currently working on the set of Wicked, which also features Ariana Grande. I can't wait to see it; she is also a phenomenal actress.

[@annetteharris8296]

​@@cynthiajones6013She won a Tony for playing Celie in The Color Purple on Broadway

[@cynthiajones6013]

@@annetteharris8296 That’s Awesome! Thanks 😊

[@lavettejackson6582]

This was breath taking!!! What a God given talent

[@hershebeauty622]

Dang that girl can SANGGG!!!😮❤❤

[@giveusfreerecords]

My dear teacher Brother Jeron! You analyzed the mess outta of her supreme performance. I love herrrrr and you!❤❤❤❤❤

[@chocobeachboy1]

Jaron you were so spot on! Her performance was so well balanced, professional, controlled and exquisite. Definitely gave me Whitney Houston vibes.

[@ceinie4]

I was thinking about you when I was watching this last night!! I said I hope he does this one sooooon!! I’m so glad you heard me!!!

[@ceinie4]

Thank you for this, Jaron, you’re amazing!!!! 💐

[@tls4022]

I love how she sang a little bit like Whitney but made it her own. She is super gifted!

[@derrickferguson8274]

OMG! Cynthia SLAYED us dead 💀 U can’t miss this performance! 👀 Magical ✨

[@tobconnected]

Exquisite...👏🏽👏🏽 She looked BEAUTIFUL Her Gown and the color of her Gown was perfection 💙 Your critique of her performance was awesome 🎶

[@neol2535]

Her voice is so silky and smooth😮‍💨

[@lovebug3078]

This performance is amazing!! Brought me to tears!! I love her enunciation and voice control, breathing, etc. Dionne sings with intentionality too! Thats's why I love Dionne!! Cynthia killed this song! She's got it!!!

[@cdjblue52]

She brought tears to my eyes. Just amazing.

[@DavidDiCarlo]

As you beautifully detailed, Cynthia's choices are thrilling! Every nuance, every phrase, was so beautifully delivered. As a huge fan of the artistry of Dionne, she was the perfect choice to honor this iconic song and legend! Thanks for your keen insights 👍

[@janetg.]

I've never seen her sing, but I can just shake my head and think "beautiful"! Wow!!!

[@jermichaelkirkland2446]

Out of all of Dionne's songs, this one is simply her Mona Lisa. However this version by Cynthia is a worthy refresh that's also great to hear. To get through this song and keep the performance cohesive alone is a magical act. Bravo!

[@pinkymuffy100]

Let's give it up for the musicians. The sound of real instruments and the people playing them is brilliant. Also Ms. Cynthia Erivo is perfect!

[@LEM19284]

I bet Dionne didn’t recognize her own song! 😮😂😂😊❤❤

[@cassandraspruill3872]

😢 THIS VOICE IS TRULY AN INSTRUMENT OF TOTAL TALENT!!! THE PERFORMANCE HERE IS EXCELLENT!!! ONE OF THE BEST PERFORMANCES IVE SEEN IN A VERY LONG TIME. THIS VOICE IS A FORCE TO BE WRECKED WITH. CYNTHIA YOU SING GIRL, SING ANYTHING YOU WANT HONEY.... YOU DID THAT!!! DIONNE WARWICK WAS SO HAPPY THAT YOU SANG THAT SONG WITH SUCH PASSION YOU COULD SEE HER TEARS SHE WAS HOLDING BACK!!!

[@vaclinciapounds8859]

Yes!!!! I was waiting for you to do an analysis on Cynthia's performance! ! Her voice is so amazing!! The control and dynamics everytime she sings!! Just....wow!!! 💗 💓 💖 💕

[@Everymonthisaugust210]

This performance changed my life… I’ve watched it multiple times a day, everyday. I wish I could’ve experienced it in person.

[@girl.thatsdorian]

My favorite performance of hers as well thus far, nothing short of amazing.

[@Mrskmdumas12]

Was hoping you'd do a full analysis of this performance. Man, she had me in tears! The orchestra, her attire, and her voice was superb.

[@toddjohnsonstl]

I love Cynthia! Sir, you are a master of your art and craft. You inspire me and I have learned so much from you. Thank you for what you’ve given to so many. ❤❤

[@tammyjames000]

Then she had enough nerve after all that bravado at the end of the song to speak in a soft quiet voice. Crazy. I love her!

[@kevseb66]

Why am I smiling so???? Great singers singing greatly always moves me. You always help us understand exactly what these vocalist are doing which helps us as singers. Thanks for another fantastic video .

[@ShareeArmstrong]

It was magnificent!!! I've watched it SOOOO many times! Just the pureness of her voice is everything.

[@cw4578]

She is SOOOO underrated! Her voice is BEAUTIFUL!!!!!

[@arthurmay2780]

Whitney's Cover of this + Cynthia's are my favs! She did an amazing job! Love her tone!

[@tyesoteric]

This is a singer who knows all the facets of her voice. She doesnt oversimg. She knows how to vocally tell a story. Cynthia is a vocal master class

[@debjoyful1]

It seems that Cynthia wanted to tell Alfie's story, and she sold it! Now I know Alfie through Cynthia's beautiful dynamic voice. 👏🏽👏🏽Bravo!

[@rmdewberry2482]

So glad you talked about this performance. Stunning! And thank you, Burt Bacharach for amazing material.

[@zoeangel555]

The grit with which you analyzed this song cracked me up.

[@p.w.7493]

There's no doubt Cynthia Erivo is an impeccably gifted singer. Jaron, your analysis and breakdown of her voice, notes, and pronunciation allows the listerner to have a greater appreciation of this special singer. Dionne Warrick must be so proud of her rendition of her 'signature' song! Great job!!🎶🎼🎵💯

[@darealgreat1]

This performance always brings tears to my eyes and I'm not even really a crier!😂 such an amazing voice, absolute stunning!

[@jacquelineking6383]

This song has so many difficult intervals. She is putting on a master class in shifting her vocals to turn what many singers may find an obstacle into a beautiful feature. And always, with such taste. She is the best pop vocalist working today.

[@dredawg679]

Tone Tamber and Technique the three T's of singing and she has all 3

[@dbrooks255]

She just balled up a kind of broadway musical sound with whole filters of RNB, Jazz and gospel style in one song with incredible control!!!

[@trentt5310]

I GASPED SEEING THE NOTIFICATION. I NEEDED SOMEONE TO GIVE A VIDEO TO HER FOR THIS PERFORMANCE BECAUSE WHAT A MASTERPIECE

[@robertsilkmason]

I literally watched this and posting me bawling crying on my Instagram story because it was so beautiful and powerful to see how anointed she is. She reposted it on her story and I cried even more haha. She took my spirit to another place!

[@monicadonald3100]

Did you see her performance in Jimmy Fallon? She whistled a song and it was so amazingly beautiful. You should check out that performance