Voice Teacher Reaction to Angelina Jordan - California Dreamin' | The Mamas & Papas Cover

[@Chris1969o]

Angelina Jorden IS MUSIC!

[@ctedsa2534]

Another song now owned by Angelina....

[@frodehaa]

She always add more soul and feeling to the songs. Thank you for your reactions to this Angel. I recommend this beautiful, soft and emotional performance for you. Just her magic voice and Egil Clausen on guitar. This one bring tears in our eyes.

[@davidtouma4878]

A California medic soldier who was stationed in Iraq, told me about the time she and her companions heard this song for the first time. In her words “Although I heard the original hundreds of time, this one pierced my heart like a bullet. There were no dry eyes in the room” Mission accomplished Angelina. Thank you for your honest reaction and keep up the good work.

[@hans-georgschroter7887]

She do not cover Songs, she rearrange them and you hear a wonderful new one. She is a Genius 🤗

[@charlesmorris6476]

👍

[@wajj1842]

A little history about the song: John and Michelle Phillips were spending a cold winter in New York City (1963) singing with another group before they formed the M & P's. Michelle was from L. A. and was longing for the sunshine and the beach. It began to snow, which she had never seen, so they went for a walk in the snow. They got cold so they "stopped into a church", hence the line "got down on my knees, and I pretend to pray", as they were only there to get warm. They returned to their apartment and wrote this song. Later they moved to L. A. and gave the song to their friend Barry McGuire ("Eve of Destruction") who released it with little success. In 1965, John and Michelle, with Cass Elliot and Denny Doherty, formed The Mamas and Papas, and released this as a single from their debut album. It was very successful, and rose to #4 on the charts. It was an upbeat version with Denny singing the lead vocal part. Along comes this little 12 year old girl and totally transforms this classic pop song: slows it way down, changes a few notes, acoustic guitar only, and gives it a bluesie, jazz vibe. And Voila! A MASTERPIECE!! If you think of the mood behind John and Michelle creating the song, Angelina's version fits much better; they were sad and blue and longed for better times. Michelle is the only surviving member of the group, and what she posted on the M and P's Facebook/Instagram site was incredible praise for what Angelina had done with their song; she absolutely loved it, and she loved Angelina as a young singer. This is my favorite performance by Angelina. In no small way because of how she transforms this classic pop song into something brand new. But also because her delivery of the song is just FANTASTIC! As always Valerie, I love your reactions to Angelina. Looking forward to the next one. 💕💕

[@lilsun724]

wow, thanks for the background information on the the song.

[@keithserafy]

I grew up with this song, have always loved it & I still do. Angelina made a new song with the same lyrics & I love it even more than the original. I'm buried in snow in the Hampton's of NY & Califirnia Dreamin'.

[@davidherd1855]

Always glad to hear your professional comments regarding Angelina, she is such a star. Thanks once again. Take care 😄

[@TrenchTrash01]

The contradiction between the Voice and the Donald Duck shirt is priceless

[@joekiplik9108]

Lol yes...

[@ps8481]

But it is so appropriate for her age and innocence. It's what little girls wear!

[@TrenchTrash01]

@@ps8481 That's why I made the comment 😁

[@ridgemanron]

@@TrenchTrash01 When my granddaughter saw her in a Minnie Mouse shirt she said 'I want that!'. I'm sure Disney is selling a ton of them over and above what they're normally selling at the present time.

[@stevenhambek1297]

If you want to hear music listen to anyone you choose, if you want to feel music listen to Angelina. Right? I stole that quote 🤪

[@CarlD70]

Wonderful reaction Valerie. I grew up hearing this song from the Mama's and Papa's and loved it back then. After hearing the Angel sing this song I have a whole new understanding and feeling for this song. Amazing how this young girl can change a song and she makes you feel as though it is new.

[@nurulc]

To me the original interpreted it as the dream of escape, but she turned it into one lamenting a loss. Perhaps that's what you are getting at.

[@9Ballr]

👩🏻🎤🎵🌎⭐️🇳🇴❤️ Angelina Dreamin'!

[@kenscott8966]

If singing was like the game of "Risk", Angelina just planted a flag and took over another country! Beautiful job. Great reaction!

[@georgerock2547]

ANGELINA. ..👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@49buzzy]

Hi Valerie! You do my old heart so much good - you are precious (just like Angelina)

[@erik-nm5cf]

Great art is about knowing and mastering all the rules - and then breaking them deliberately to achieve your own artistic goal, - like Edvard Munch, Pablo Picasso, Igor Stravinskij - and Beethoven and many others creating new paths for the arts to flow. All these artists mentioned (and many not mentioned) started by copying the great masters of the past, learning their secrets and techniques, before starting on their own ways. I believe Angelina has the gift and intelligence to perceive to the ground the characteristics of every song and singer she listens to - perhaps intuitively - and because she is aware of the details in their voices and their interpretation, she is able to copy their ways of singing, their ways of using colors, embellishments, dynamics and so on, collecting these characteristics into a set of vocal tools she can choose from to create the covers in the exact way she wants them to be. And just because she is able to make an exact copy, she can transform the song into her own by doing things differently - by being concious about what she wants to be done differently and why she wants it that way - and knowing exactly where she is parting from the original. I also believe that growing up singing jazz tells a young singer that very much in music is up to you. In jazz there is a musical frame to be kept, but there are no notes that can't be altered or embellished, you don't have to place the notes exactly on the beat, the notes have no fixed value, and you can slide in or out of pitch at the demand of your emotions there and then. - In contrast to what in our time is taught in many other genres of music. That is what Angelina has learnt. The text is meant to be made your own, the rules are there to be broken, - and she amazes us evey time with her surprising performances.

[@ClaudioMarcucci7756]

Valerie is always really nice to discover a your new reaction with Angelina, very beautiful as usual. 🤗 I don't think there are many 12 year old girls who can take a classic song from more than 55 years ago, which was basically a ballad, and turn it into a slow, melancholy song that captures your heart by filling it of emotions. The musical intelligence with which she reinterprets and reworks the old songs she loves, in a way that is uniquely hers and transforming them with the passion she instills in them, is truly incredible. The amazing little girl with Donald Ducks ❤️❤️

[@williamgreene5342]

When it's not just about the singing, but the interpretation, and artistry.

[@YozhikvTumane]

It looks like she's ripped the heart right out of your body and holds it tenderly in her hands while singing gently to it.

[@richardtrammell1442]

Her voice is mesmerizing... whatever song it is she sings. I'm so glad I was introduced to her last year... now I want to hear her every day (she's so good!). I appreciate your reaction, thanks!

[@ridgemanron]

The best description of her is that she's a 'human chameleon'. Whereas the lizard changes it's external color at will to match the surroundings, Angelina does it vocally. With the vast range of voice and soul she has, it allows her to explore such a large range of song types. She is the most versatile singer of excellence that I have ever heard and it blows my mind to think what she will be when she fully matures into an adult?

[@anacatarinamartins4762]

Just amazing

[@waynedenni3187]

I love your reactions they are so professionally done and it's obvious that you're an expert in this business. I'm 74 years old and I have never ever heard anything like Angelina she's got to be a gift from somewhere else because that kind of talent doesn't seem to be possible to reside in a 15 year old girl so thank you so much for doing that!

[@hdctx]

I've noticed that in virtually every Angelina, you can comprehend the dialog unlike some. In her performances where she doesn't use a prerecorded backing track, the changes the pacing to match the emotion she wants to convey in her performance. She's a brilliant artist.

[@RustyShacklefordChannel]

I agree with you... it is the perfect setup when it's just Angelina and a guitarists. In this setting, her voice really stands out, but something even more important, is that she is able to control the pacing and flow of the song in the moment. Both Ivan (seen here) and Egil (when she is in Norway) are very good at watching her and following her lead. She has done so much great stuff with those two. There are also other examples of her and a single guitar that also show this... "Bang Bang", "Every Time We Say Goodbye", "Faded" (2017). All incredible, and all just her and a guitarist. ...all that being said, she can also own the stage with a full orchestra or military band behind her ;)

[@davideoverton]

Thank you Valerie for another great reaction to Angelina Jordan. I enjoy listening to your perspective as one familiar to the music industry. I always look forward to your comments and insights. Well done and thanks again !!!

[@lydiabentley3413]

What a beautiful rendition of this song and Angelena sang it to perfection and she is a true gift for all her fans. Thank you for your reaction which was lovely and I could see how you felt the emotion coming from Angelena’s voice

[@angelinajordanfanclub-thes6275]

Thank you Valerie for continuing your travel in Angelinas world. We have followed you tight since you started with her, waiting for your next reaction video, and have seen you grown into a fan just like many others. We hope you will have the same anticipation to her new music, and the same joy of going back to her "old" life even as she grows older.

[@sivosav]

I love to see you react to Angelina.. i wish you all the best, and hope the days goes better, for you and your family.. can't wait for your next Angelina reaction. Love from Norway 🇳🇴

[@omidhope7456]

VSS, thank you for another thoughtful reaction to Angelina. I enjoy watching your reactions and always learn something new about Angelina's performance.

[@michinawi22able]

Thank you Valery! Amazing arrangements, she is a genius!!! It's like listening to a new song, unbelievable...🤯 Regards from Lima, Perú 🇵🇪

[@philfrakes172]

I don't know if you noticed, but you were smiling throughout the entire song. You just couldn't help yourself. :)

[@michinawi22able]

Valerie, you would love AT LAST, I'D RATHER GO BLIND, SMILE...

[@joergcruel7625]

With „Wake me up“, Wicked Game“ and California dreaming“ this is one of at least 3 masterpieces she completely turned around exposing the true meaning of the songs. True artistic genius.

[@keithserafy]

Don't forget Bohemian Rhapsody.

[@joergcruel7625]

@@keithserafy True. the list could be way longer.

[@yousurf374]

she is AMAZINGF in WICKED GAMES.................. better than C. Isaac could ever want to be.

[@andyschnell58]

Valerie many thanks for continuing to react to Angelina. Thankfully, she has an extensive playlist so please continue on your journey. Angelina brings so much joy and has captured my heart.

[@kusnantofauzan7622]

THE TEACHER WHO ASSESSES THE VERY SENSITIF

[@TheBlaster54]

As always, Angelina interprets the lyrics of the cover songs she sings with the perfect amount of sensitivity, emotion and passion.

[@lesgray6183]

Another great reaction, and good advice to young aspiring singers! This song is about someone feeling the harsh New York winter, dreaming of the comforting warmth of California. It's strange how things turn out, Angelina is currently enjoying the mild LA climate, but I can imagine that she is dreaming of being in New York, in the recording studios of Republic Records, finishing her album. Hey, maybe she might write a song like that, could even make it for the album...

[@madelaca4589]

Hi Valerie. This performance was so special! You have to reaction to "Dream a Little Dream" one of my favourite songs ever, specially Mamma Casses' version 💖

[@charlesmiller6510]

Were the other performers wrong? it's like song was completely misunderstood until this 'kid' showed up....

[@lesgray6183]

Yes, I think that is it, all the others are describing the dream, Angelina is showing us the reality...

[@jeffstumpf9129]

@@lesgray6183 , you get it.

[@jeffstumpf9129]

Yes, it’s like that.

[@arceliedunn2022]

Valerie , always a pleasure listening to your professional reaction about our girl Angelina. Much love and warm regards from sunny Brisbane , Australia . Arcelie x

[@Robert-xv7io]

There are some real gold in this cover by Angelina. The more I listen to it I discover more. She is really creating her own way.

[@erikcouvret]

Her sense of music, emotion and beauty is unique!

[@missallesia2532]

Thank you for your guidance, dedication, and hard work. You are such an inspiring coach.❤

[@brianreilly8661]

A guitar and best young voice on planet that's all you need ☺️

[@ronlim5402]

I can't believe I got to comment first. Great job. Enjoy your reactions to our Angelina. You're on my top 5 of reactors. Ron from California

[@auroramartins8784]

🌷🍀🌷🍀🌷🍀🇵🇹

[@robgerhardterellen1488]

Valerie, nowadays there are great young female singers in the Scandinavian countries; for instance Angelina Jordan, Aurora, Susanne Sundfoer, and so on. Luv your reaction towards several cover songs of Angelina, but could you react also to the other girls? For instance the song When the Lord of Susanne Sundfoers, a sad song but beautifully performed.

[@dwightyoung8878]

One of my first impressions of Miss Jordan, after learning that she is multilingual, a published author, arranger and singer of beautiful music, was that this is a “child” that has never entertained the thought:”I can’t do that” and that is tribute to the support of her family.

[@viggohanssen7254]

👍

[@angelwings9464]

I like this version of this song , very beautiful !! ✨💛thank you 👍

[@JerryCernava]

She is in LA.

[@josemiloatis3714]

Wow! I love her version............she owned that.....

[@roberttague9729]

It is not hard to figure out why you have so many subscribers. You are a gifted and special reactor ! No doubt a wonderful singer/teacher as well. Thank you for another delightful and informed reaction to our Angel.

[@jonathanwetherell3609]

Her voice needs a minimalist backing to be really heard. Loved the breathy "H"'s added at the start.

[@michellelevesque4200]

Just a great reaction

[@TheBlaster54]

Val, I greatly respect and admire how you react to and break down the performances.

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

Thank you!

[@jollyo9276]

Thank you Valerie for this. It don`t get much better than this. You are so right, she has this great idea of slowing down and giving space for emotions and mindfulness. I have not heard or seen her express it directly, but for sure I have the feeling that her mind goes towards the idea that "less is more" at quite many times. One more great example of that, is her amazing version of "Wicked Game" by Chris Isaak. I thought you had reacted to that one, but I can`t find it, so may be not. If not, her is what she can achieve with only her voice and one singel instrument, in this case a piano, as she masters herself. Even stronger emotions appears in this one, and I simply have to get back to this one every now and then. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3qkfnlqe6mZrZY This is only short instagram clips live performing video, but the video (fan-made) simply goes amazingly well allong with this great performance, oozing Angelina all the way.

[@nurulc]

To me the original interpreted it as the dream of escape, but she turned it into one lamenting a loss. Both interpretations are beautiful.

[@billmichealoff9549]

Just checked your play list. Would love to see you react to AJ's version of Wicked Games. Maybe, at ten years old, her most impressive!!!

[@thomshin2460]

She is the best:)

[@hughwaterhouse1001]

Although it's difficult to choose I think this is my favourite among Angelina's covers. Mesmerizing, with those little 'twirls' (I don't have the vocabulary) at the ends of the phrases. Makes it sound almost Middle Eastern/Asian. I don't want to use this version to denigrate the original. They both make the world more beautiful.

[@nurulc]

True. To me the original interpreted it as the dream of escape, but she turned it into one lamenting a loss.

[@billmichealoff9549]

I keep trying to subscribe again but..... Great work Val!!

[@stillracer2514]

And we know Angelina is in California since she is with her LA guitarist Ivan.

[@MrTombre]

=) from 🇳🇴

[@lilsun724]

completely different vibe from the original. does not even sound like the same song. now that's a cover.

[@BtSaRmY-il4nc]

Pls do "Jungkook's amazing vocals, adlibs and harmonizing" by Ida S💜

[@garykelley8564]

Adele Lana Del Rey and Miley Cyrus are thinking about contacting Angelina for voice lessons

[@stevevacek5155]

Check out the newest American all-female heavy rock band Plush!! They just dropped their debut single yesterday called Hate.

[@malcolmboswell9717]

I am leaning more towards a middle eastern style, more associated with the Moorish style used by many Spanish singers. If you hear music, particularly from Andaluz, Spain. Not rare because Angelina does have a middle eastern background and Ivan Mendez the guitarist is from Spain and trained in classical guitar.

[@DonaldLancon]

I'm curious what you think of her tendency to turn "n"s into "m"s (e.g., "on such a winmter day"). This isn't the only song in which she does that. Where do you think that came from? Is there some "good reason" she might do it (i.e., some "vocal technique" reason)? I am tempted to think it might have come from her growing up hearing Japanese (in which the nasal consonant sound in a word can be pronounced like an "m" or "n" depending on the context - her mother, uncle, and maternal grandparents can/could all speak Japanese), but I don't think that explanation really works, because the cases where she does it don't seem to match patterns heard in Japanese (in particular, "winter" would be pronounced "wintah" in standard Japanese pronunciation, not "wimtah" [AFAIK]).

[@kevinbarron1796]

Sometimes her parents do tell her she’s too young. If you want a real laugh listen to Angelina’s version of Amy Winehouse’s Rehab. Alternatively you could try the leaked copy of I’m Still Holding Out for You, but content was too old. It’s totally fantastic, but you’re only ever going to hear the leaked version.

[@balianss6378]

Hi 😊⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐🙏⭐⭐⭐⭐❤️❤️❤️

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

Hello 😊

[@yousurf374]

THIS IS IN MY bottom 5 of AJA performances.... experimentation? I do like the shirt though.

[@nurulc]

To me the original interpreted it as the dream of escape, but she turned it into one lamenting a loss.

[@donepearce]

Hall the leaves? Come on Angelina... And this is before she learned to use a microphone. They could at least have given her a pop shield.

[@innnergmoney8891]

I have a question for you on a different topic. How do you think Michael Jackson would've done had he committed to acting as opposed to entertaining? Box office?

[@lesgray6183]

Elvis tried that, soon worked out that the music is where it's at. MJ's dancing was simply a physical expression of the music - he was the real deal...

[@innnergmoney8891]

@@lesgray6183 Thank you. Those 2 guys were the most charismatic and magnetic performers ever!

[@andreletourneau]

You blues it could also be kind of Andalusian influence.

[@kend4731]

There is only one "California Dreamin" and that's by The Mama's and the Papa's.

[@sisselfan]

You should make a reaction video of Norwegian singer Sissel. Her voice will take your breath away. kzbin.info/www/bejne/naGzoqCHd8lnbc0

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

Thanks! I look forward to checking it out!

[@andresjuan8783]

Opera Rock. From Spain please. React to Camilo Sesto: Getsemani ( live 1977 ).

[@slowbluesmaster]

A commendable effort but I miss the harmonies. Now listen to School of Rock Students Perform "California Dreamin'" by The Mamas & The Papas: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZ2qXqmEbc5sh8U That's just perfect!

[@nurulc]

To me the original interpreted it as the dream of escape, but she turned it into one lamenting a loss. It did the job perfectly.

[@truus5653]

yes, her family must have given her - and still give her - that freedom to be convident, good observation. Thank you for another AJ song, love your comments ❤️. Perhaps I may request a reaction video? I realy love this new(ish) singer Celeste, she has made a new song "Love is Back" . I prefer the live version (kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZqqkquIn7RsgpY&ab_channel=BBCMusic) but when that gets blocked, her official video is realy "dope" I think is the expressing in the States (kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHrNXn9nfNpkg68&ab_channel=celesteVEVO). Anyway enjoy. love from The Netherlands

[@DonaldLancon]

I just recently heard Sia's version of this song for the film _San Andreas_ . Very similar. It might have been Angelina's primary inspiration for this cover.

[@berniescott5537]

What can you say about this,it's priceless?As a jazz singer it might intrigue you to hear your Angelina sing the incredibly difficult My Funny Valentine.It's obvious that she loves this song and you may want to have a look at her various videos, but here's one.Hopefully you react. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3fYZZKZpb5ra5o

[@joergcruel7625]

Would you like to get to know another gifted young italian singer? Giulia Falcone sings in italian, french and english and covered legendary „SOS“ done by Dimash, Caruso at 12 y., Adagio at 13, „Against all odds“ ( awesome take on Phil Collins), „come. saprei“ (giorgia), Lara Fabians „je suis malade“ and Starmanias „Le blues du businessman“ and more. you will love her! kzbin.info/aero/PLGr5gGwU548HLO9pRU32piV5OTSu062JL

[@silvia73malaga76]

Hello Valerie, could you please react to the Spanish singer Diana Navarro´s song (”El perdón” - The Forgiveness)? kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpK8qIuErq6YhcU, the official video clip is a master piece. It is indescribable how much pain and emotion, she transmits in the video. Her voice and expression pierces your chest and reaches your heart. Thank you.

[@devrimdemir6068]

she is not teen,only12.

[@John_Malloy]

She is too young to have any perspective on what she is singing.

[@kwgrid]

Nope. Don't like it.

[@nurulc]

Everybody is entitled to their own taste, but consider, the original interpreted it as the dream of escape, but she turned it into one lamenting a loss. Both are beautiful.

[@danbrowning6672]

totally sucks still

[@michinawi22able]

Valerie, you would love AT LAST, I'D RATHER GO BLIND, SMILE...