Voice Teacher Reaction to Opera Singer - Jussi Björling | O Holy Night (O Helga Natt)

[@Othis-Morf]

It's not only about good technical skills but Jussi has a unique shimmer to his voice. His dynamic range is out of this world

[@petergraham8681]

Björling‘s O HOLY NIGHT, whatever the language he sings it in, is still, IMO, the gold standard for this song. Tears flow often when I hear some of his Swedish songs. No other FULL lyric tenor besides Wunderlich & very young Di Stefano moves me as much & I have to rate Björling even a bit higher in that he had a remarkably long career (thanks to superb vocal training as a child that benefited him throughout his life) & was, despite his alcoholism, still an amazingly consistent stylist & musician. Di Stefano‘s best years were of limited duration but Wunderlich, had he lived, would perhaps have even surpassed Björling in mastering a variety of repertoire which in his 10 year career he began to demonstrate. At their best all 3 had instruments, that went straight to my heart.

[@iren1936]

Jussi is the only tenor who brings tears to my eyes. His voice is so strong but at the same time so sweet and tender.

[@sheilabloom6735]

There never will be a singer like Bjorling. He “owns” this song. It brings tears to my eyes. The greatest tenor of all time. IMHO.

[@PMMagro]

As a Swede I can say his articulation off each word is indeed crtystal clear.

[@mademoiselledusfonctionell1609]

It brings more like a waterfall to my face. This, and when he sings Land, du välsignade. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5SQoJWXZa2prNU His voice stands out among other tenor voices by being as strong and manly as a baritone, and his timbre has spoken to me in a special way since I was very little. Having said that, I also recommend Håkan Hagegård (my idol when I was eight years old) and Peter Mattei, two of my other "voice loves". Håkan Hagegård From Aftonsång och julepsalm (Evensong and Christmas hymn): kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5TTdImhjc6XecU kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2TLeIB5hdiNrbM kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaC2nZuAbtdqerM kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXiolpShl8qXm6M From The Magic Flute (with Irma Urrila): kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXTVhHyrn5Kan6M Peter Mattei Helgdagskväll i timmerkojan from New Year's Eve at Skansen 2009 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpvVpGV6fpuNgpI (wait until the third verse...) kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4qbfqyAf5yUnqc (He could sing the knickers off a rabid lesbian.) AND Tommy Körberg, another love of mine. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoivnXVqZqyfrLc (Ah, the overtones on the last note...! He started as a pop singer. It is said that he went to the nestor of singing teaching in Sweden, Torsten Föllinger, who reportedly said: I don't have anything to teach you.) kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpCWnX2Jq8iWmLs (I think he loves this song) kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGjCha15jKaWmtk (another clip showing his mastery of not only singing, but experiencing the music, the lyrics and the emotion and conveying it all) And this www.dailymotion.com/video/x3222v4 (It is said in explanation of her shocked countenance that he held back during rehearsals.)

[@thomaswomack3888]

You got that right Sheila...just amazing

[@Damienprouse.11]

The song was recorded the year he died. 1960 ..

[@annettechurch4929]

Never!

[@northbreeze0198]

Our eternal Swedish legend Jussi. Everyone in Sweden listen to his rendition of "holy night" every year.

[@mikeprevost8650]

Many people in Finland do as well, and not just in the Swedish speaking enclaves around Vaasa and Turku.

[@chucktommy2323]

Wow!

[@mihailalexe9235]

I think God wanted to sing to us and he did it through Jussi.

[@cpklapper]

My Mom, a third generation Swedish American, grew up in a Swedish-American community in New Jersey with memories of Jussi and his family performing over the radio, and then hearing him perform at the Met. He presented a nearly impossible standard for me to meet, as a baritone like her brother, albeit with a top.

[@AndersJackson]

If Pavarrotti himself can't compare himself, as just a human, to Jussi, it is ok for you not compare yourself to Jussi.

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

Hi Everyone! My Swedish grandmother, Gunborg, lived down the street from us. She grew up in Stockholm and loved watching the young Jussi Björling perform at the Royal Swedish Opera. She was my first musical influence as she loved to play the piano and sing opera. I was able to visit Sweden to visit my cousins in Stockholm and Småland as a young teen and my aunt made sure that I experienced a traditional Swedish Midsommar. It was only later in life that I realized how much Swedish culture I was immersed in growing up. Sweden is very dear to my heart as well as Jussi. Enjoy! 🌲

[@mariannefalk2717]

My great grandfather lived in Örebro in Sweden and he was a nonfamous tenor who went to sing in the US with an ensemble. Anyway, when my ggf had his birthdayparty, Jussi turned up to celebrate him. They sang together that day and that was a warm memory for my great grandfather🙂

[@hakanliljeberg790]

@@mariannefalk2717 Min mormors mors farmors kusin hette Christina Nilsson, hon var också berömd, och var med filmen Age of Innocence i början..

[@hakanliljeberg790]

Hej! Nice clip! I am distantly related to Christina Nilsson, she appeared in the movie Age of innocence in beginning. My mother looks quite like her, and as a descendant child, she was pushed to start playing the piano, and sing and entertain guests. And likewise I was encouraged to sing children's songs, when she practiced piano, when I grew up in 60ies..

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

@@hakanliljeberg790 My grandmother (mormor) said we were distantly related to Dora Lindgren through her father's Dalarna family. And recently, my mother found out that I am distant cousins to Petra Mede. She said there was a TV show that traced her genetics to my Stockholm family. Sadly, she passed away and was in contact with Petra's father.

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

@@hakanliljeberg790 That's quite interesting. Sweden has a great singing tradition. I experienced that through my Swedish grandmother. I started piano at 5 at my grandmother's house and tried to sing opera just like her!

[@mariagotherstrom9533]

I listen to this song with Jussi Björling every Christmas. It's a tradition. His voice gives med goosebumps. Just like you did my eyes close out of joy. It's something with the vibrations in his voice. You feel a pleasure into the bone.

[@hughmcilveen2235]

There have been many Tenors with God-given voices, but for me, Jussi was, and is, the greatest tenor who ever lived. The combination of power and sweetness is overpowering and brings tears to my eyes each time I listen to him.

[@marilynmichaels8358]

It is difficult not to agree.. he was beyond beautiful.. just stunning... rich... crystal smooth.... I can't even find the best words to describe his magnificence.

[@hakanliljeberg790]

That voice can break glass...

[@colinhiggins4779]

I grew up in a Swedish / Irish family, and my parents were opera fanatics. Bjorling was my father's favorite singer, so I was lucky enough to hear tons of Jussi's songs while growing up. His voice was peerless.

[@mihailalexe9235]

I think God wanted to sing to us and he did it through Jussi.

[@tessmargauxhelen3035]

Jussi Björling was the greatest tenor and the opera singer ever! No doubt about it!

[@mikaelflodstrom6370]

👍

[@isaiahjohnston823]

Yep jussi bjorling is IMO the Greatest tenor ever! His voice was captivating, scintillating, liquid Gold 🇸🇪👍🇮🇪.

[@simolaurila9952]

Im frome Sweden and when i hear Jussi sing this song my eyes tears up becuse its so butiful and reminds me of my christmas here in Sweden when i was a child. This is the most butiful Christmas song ever

[@TalentedDilittante]

Thank you . . . can't get enough of Jussi Bjorling, What an instrument, what sound, what art!

[@AnitaM-h3t]

Jussi's last performance was in Skansen in Stockholm in August 1960. I was there and I am happy to have this wonderful memory of our outstanding singer. Jussi passed away 3 weeks later, he was only 49. RIP Jussi❤

[@tomeng9520]

To quote Pavarotti: "“When I'm learning a new opera roll, I first listen to how Jussi Björling sang it. His voice was unique. I wish more than anything that people compare me with Jussi.”

[@docmalthus]

When asked to compare himself to Björling Pavarotti said "After all, I'm only human!"

[@howardtenenbaum3537]

Agreed. Mind you, the 1st time I heard Pavarotti on the radio I asked my mother, an opera lover, who it was and her 1st guess was that it was Bjorling! Similar timbre but I think I still have to give the 'nod' to Bjorling.

[@doddsalfa]

With full respect Jussi isn’t Pavarotti but still absolutely great singer

[@AndersJackson]

@@doddsalfa Pavarrotti himself held Jussi Björling as his role model in singing. And I do agree with Pavarrotti, and not you. Björling has more feeling in his singing then what Pavarrotti has. Yes, I have listen to several of Pavarrotis recording of "O, Holy Night". It is great, no doubt. But he doesn't have this feeling, performance of the song. Even the breathing is perfect.

[@doddsalfa]

@@AndersJackson Jussi is full of feeling without a doubt but Pavarotti is just much bigger and better singer with full respect.Nothing compares to Jussi singing holy night.He sounds like the best amateur you ever listened to

[@lenasvn]

I grew up with this song sung by Jussi each christmas, it always brought tears to my eyes and still does. Blessings from Sweden. 🤗

[@koskenkorva2340]

Jag fick just nu en tår i ögat. Hälsningar från Borlänge !

[@mihailalexe9235]

I think God wanted to sing to us and he did it through Jussi.

[@Rosannasfriend]

That gave me chills. His vibrato was amazing. What a full, powerful voice, with such a warm tone!

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

I had to watch this again on Christmas Eve as is traditional!

[@mademoiselledusfonctionell1609]

@@VocalSplendorStudios It isn't Christmas without Jussi.

[@baltoman24]

Bjorling is generally thought to have had the most perfectly placed voice; my parents saw him at the Metropolitan Opera in the 1950's. Thank you for posting this - a beautiful musical experience!

[@robdegast3612]

Best rendition of all time. I couldn't hold back my tears.

[@HansenSWE]

There have been many great tenors over the years. Many even active today, some of whom are just young pups! But when Jussi sang, all the gods of Mount Olympus stood still and listened. I think that old technology in the recording adds a small part to the magic. The breath of history, tormenting us, caressing us. And as overwhelming the recordings can be, it still gives that impossible longing, when you realize that there are many people who have experienced something extraordinary as they sat down and listened to him in person. A desire that today is impossible to satisfy. Oh, how I hope that the memory will never fade from those that loved him.

[@williambtm1]

Thank you, Ms Valerie White Williams, I had viewed the film of the young Bjorling boys singing from a very young age via a film depicting the early era of this amazing singing family. I agree with all your interesting commentary about the powerfully exquisite voice of Jussi Björling. At differing times during my life (now 76 years) a tear would force itself from one of my eyes such was the wondrous emotion that overcame me when listening to the world's most famous singing artists, both male and or female. A favourite former time coloratura soprano in the name of Lili Pons would have me captured in the most splendid, glorious raptures. Old William.

[@annikadson]

Glad you picked him up. He babysat for my mother when she was little. He was best friends with my grandfather. He is incredible as a singer.

[@Klas13Klas13]

Wow!

[@malinsjohlin]

Every year, our family traditionally listens to this recording at midnight, when Christmas Eve has just begun. Otherwise it wouldn't feel like Christmas. Gives me chills all over my body. Greetings from Göteborg (Gothenburg), Sweden

[@hwh1946]

Your Grandma was a lucky person. Listen to this about 100 times every Christmas.

[@vankir301]

Jussi's son, Rolf, was also a tenor. I saw him in a recital back in the early 80's. He definitely had the Bjorling timber to his voice.

[@vickiw3335]

I was fortunate enough to hear Rolf in Tosca at Operan, wearing his father’s costume!

[@stigolsson1078]

Goosebumps around 6:15-6:25 incredible high and clear voice out of this world!

[@mikeprevost8650]

As I'm sure you noticed, Jussi sings this in the key of E major, which is a half step higher than Adolphe Adam's original composition in Eb and the key that most of the other great tenors sang it in. His high B at the end always gives me chills.

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

I agree. That high B is thrilling!

[@yorkaturr]

If the Angels' choir would have a leading tenor, that would be Jussi Björling. I don't see any way to analyze his voice other than praise. It's so effortless, pure and powerful.

[@Sokx41]

He was a powerfully built man with a barrel chest, like a pipe organ. Superb control of his breath.

[@andersgranstrom7128]

Had to check this out again, even though we are quite far from Christmas time... The man is and was, amazing! Makes me proud to be a swede.

[@Pilutta100]

I always cry when I hear his version, it is traditional to us to listen to this every Christmas. Superhugs from Sweden.

[@ovekkjlstad7703]

I am a 62 y.o. Norwegian. I am used to hear Jussi played on my radio around Christmas since my childhood in the 1960ies. Today it is not Christmas for me becore Jussi has been singing. The song is so powerfull and it gives me chills from the very first word. I am not "in love" with the song or Jussi. This recording is bigger than that. It is just almighty. I do not prey to God. I prey to Jussi Björling. There are no one on his level or above in music history, but one day he will get company by Angelina Jordan. A Swede and a half Swede.

[@talmadge1926]

I always tell myself "I am not going to cry. I am NOT going to cry!" But it doesnt help!

[@robertjonsson797]

Wonderful song by an amazing singer!

[@anna-charlottemostromtheya4446]

The best Singer EVER!

[@swedmiroswedmiro1352]

Well..the great Pavarotti once said: "how can I be compared to him? I'm only a man"

[@giannistsoukatos4205]

He was talking about the late great Jussi Bjorling.Indeed he was a mere mortal compared to Bjorling.

[@stege9979]

To the great Pavarotti (and many more italians) Jussi is a God. Try to speak his name in Italy. One of the occasions that I (as a Swede) feel extremely proud. Jussi Björling in Italian is close to the word of God..many forget this.

[@loveshoes9447]

Pavarotti once have said when he was compared to Jussi. "please im only human" To a Swedish reporter interviewing Pavarotti in hes summer house in Pesaro in Italy july 1988. He said it was Jussi that was hes favorite. When I want to practice a new opera, I first listen to how Jussi Björling did it. His voice was unique, and that is his way I want to walk. I would more than anything else wish people to compare me to Jussi Björling. That's how I strive to sing.

[@suffes1]

@@loveshoes9447 Yes, it is quoted correctly!

[@loveshoes9447]

@@suffes1 thank you.

[@marcusg3877]

Listened to a story like 30 years ago about a guy from Sweden who was visiting New York. When he took a taxi and the driver heard he was from sweden, he said the ride was for free. The taxi driver told him that ever since he heard Jussi at the Metropolitan, he always drove people from sweden for free. Greetings from Sweden!

[@beorlingo]

That's simply beautyful!

[@dlind1985]

Har alltid älskat Jussi... Oh, forgive me, please. I have always loved Jussi. I get emotional hearing this. Something more than just his voice, yes, it is! He's one soul with the music. I cannot explain - but every musician knows this. As you need three things for a fire, oxygen, heat, and a combustible substance even so with music. I've played hundreds of times accompanying singers singing this hymn/psalm. *TACK - Thank you, @Vocal Splendor Studios Really enjoyed this* 🔊 Veni Vidi Laudarent

[@stevesoderback4114]

I see tears in your eyes ,,,, it is beautiful, thank you!!!!!!!!!

[@holmavik6756]

En julhälsning från Jussi till alla människor

[@cadaverdog1424]

Björling: Vilken sångare han var!! Tack för att du kommer ihåg honom!!

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

Mitt nöje! Varsågod.

[@JamesSotomayorSotomayor]

Thank you!! Jussi Bjoerling is the Greatest opera singe that ever lived. He is the Greatest!!! I thank god for bringing that spirit to Earth to us!!! Congratulations!!!!Congratulations!!!, beautiful Sweedish lady!

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

Thank you so much! I totally agree. ❤️

[@larslindstrom5829]

Jussi is just the best ever.

[@Saranda4787]

I'm from Jussi's hometown, Borlänge. We have a Jussi museum up the street from where I'm currently residing, and the museum was previously his home (he was born in that house), but now, due to decrease in visitors caused by lack of interest, they're going to close the museum. There's been talk of moving it to Stockholm. As a lover of opera and classical music, and as a resident of the birthplace of Jussi, I must say it makes me very sad to see how the younger generation (making myself sound really old here) don't appreciate this, to me, immortal music. We have a statue of him here, and sometimes you can even hear his music coming out of speakers they've set up along the street, but I'm sure none of the kids today know who it is. My entire town has in fact changed for the worse.

[@bo-goranschavon5731]

Jussi Björling is the greatest tenor ever. I'm proud to be a Swede 🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪

[@uniquename111]

It is not Christmas for me until i listen to Jussi Bjöflings Oh Helga Natt on Christmas eve. It is so beutiful and holding so well even though it is so old. We have a few more Swedish singers who can manage it well too, but Jussi is just the best.

[@Magnus055]

This deserves a million views.

[@celinejohnston3694]

Or 10 million views, his voice is liquid gold phenomenal Jussi bjorling 🇸🇪🐐.

[@merryl55]

Have you ever heard him sing Till Havs? It will BLOW YOUR MIND!

[@johnlewis9745]

For me, undoubtedly, the greatest tenor ever. Wasn’t it Pavarotti who said something like, ‘You get a Pavarotti every decade, but a Bjorling every century’.

[@jacintajohnston5480]

Yes, bjorling is one in a billion. No one sings this Christmas song/carol, like Jussi bjorling. His voice is phenomenal 🇸🇪..

[@ovekkjlstad7703]

I agree. A Pavarotti in a century. A Caruso in a thousand years. A Björling in a billion years.

[@SuperPepzz]

Jussi is the king of tenors,thats its the way it is

[@monicalindahl1355]

Min första julsång som än är nr 1.Då var jag kanske 16 år , Det är jul när Jussi sjunger !

[@talisforstmanis1587]

It is even better if you speak Swedish. I was a few km away from him when the Swedish Radio announced his passing. Listen to the Pearl Singers duet with Robert Merril.

[@Pete82451]

I've had a fondness for tenors all my life (now 85) Caruso, Pavarotti, Lanza (yes, Lanza!), di Stephano etc, but Jussi just left all of them in the dust. Thank heaven we still have his recordings.

[@vivettekontoulis3061]

Yes Lanza doesn’t get the recognition he deserved.

[@labienus9968]

@@vivettekontoulis3061 No he gets too much recognition, given that he was not an opera singer

[@paulmac251]

My auld mother in Scotland loved was it Mario Lanza, drink.drink. in a movie ?

[@fanny5105]

I too was a little girl when Lanza movies appeared. BUT, when I first heard Jussi, oh my God, his voice was beyond beautiful----supreme!

[@drfred1937]

I'm two years younger, I'd add Gigli for versatility and Domingo for smooth delivery and presence.

[@logica1167]

Am late to the party and just heard of him! Thank you for this. A voice like that - is a direct pipeline to the Higher Power, the Almighty. ThANK YOU.

[@vaettra1589]

Chills! The chills!

[@mattiasorre1718]

Ive actually played Dio for his son Raymond Bjorling. He wasnt expecting much initially but got quite into it once Dio started singing and started analysing etc

[@guardsdepot]

Sublime.....superb......stunning.............emotional.............unrivaled.........WOW........

[@thorvonoden5879]

When people ask me; What is singing really all about. I play: E la solita stories......Bjoerling 1959. Everything that is very difficult, in singing, is on display in this aria. Including hitting a high C from silent. Try it on KZbin

[@ItIsJustJudy]

He had a HUGE career in the states. My own grandparents saw him sing at the Lyric Opera in Chicago. My parents loved his singing. My dad owned his recordings. My mom said he was the best tenor, ever. I now tell my children that Jussi Björling is the best tenor who ever graced this earth. My son is named after him. (Not Jussi, but his real name). His duet with Robert Merrill of Au Fond Du Temple Saint will never be topped. I did some chaperoning at the Lyric Opera, and I got goosebumps knowing that Mr. Björling had trod the same floor boards. His wife’s book is a very interesting read.

[@timosaksala4797]

Some live clips from live recordings kzbin.info/www/bejne/infLdn6vjZmhrqs

[@patricktee6305]

Yes, and it gives some very intimate details of the singer's struggles with his demons; I heartily recommend the book!

[@margaretsmith8337]

PAVAROTTI WAS BETTER THAN HIM.

[@ItIsJustJudy]

@@margaretsmith8337 - To each their own, but even Pavarotti knew Jussi Björling was better than he was.

[@ralphficker167]

@@margaretsmith8337 Not true. When Pavarotti was asked to compare himself to Bjorling, Pavarotti said seriously "Please! I'm only human." In this country Pavarotti became much better known than Bjorling, but the Swede's voice, I and countless others think, was more thrilling.

[@pen7759]

Jussi was the best and will ever be. My granma listened him too, and every X-mas we were children and visited granpa and granma we also listened to Jussi Björling´s O Helga Natt as a X-mas tradition . As you may know Finland is a bilingual country based on our history as a part of Sweden for over 600yrs. My Granpa and granma they were swedish speaking in Finland, so it was easy for us children to listen to swedish singers. Greets from Finland and early wishes for Merry Christmas 2023 ! God Jul Och Gott Nytt År !

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

Thank you for sharing your family's Christmas memories. God Jul Och Gott Nytt År !

[@davidtouma4878]

His birth name is actually Johan Jonatan Björling. As a toddler his Finish born grandmother nicknamed him Jussi which means “Gift from God” in Finish. Was she ever right.

[@T1hitsTheHighestNote]

I just start crying everytime I hear his voice. It's pure magic.

[@noelmoynihan9247]

Me too

[@chrissibersky4617]

Damn, you're right! My eyes are a bit wet now.

[@Pontan145]

Same :)

[@teijaflink2226]

The emotion that comes through his voice is just incredible.

[@oldtimer7635]

Me too, greetings from Finland. : )

[@Shoreseeker2]

Beautiful.

[@lazornelin7935]

Listen on my phone still Heaven goes throu...

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

Absolutely.

[@wendajones9040]

I can never listen to this without goose pimples and tears. Totally wonderful. Brilliant orchestra too!

[@kristerjohansson9100]

I´m actually in this video! :-D At 2:14 into this video there is a large christmas tree to the left and a group of people to the right. I´m in that group and it was my childhood friend who took that pic. This is a tradition my great grandfather started for just his family in the 1920´s or -30´s. Later on he moved the event out into the village for all the villagers to participate in. We know for sure it has been an annual event since 1943, but it might have been a couple of years earlier still. This takes place just outside Gnosjö in Småland, somewhat south in Sweden. The villagers gather at the christmas tree at 4.30 pm on Christmas Eve and listen to some bible words and sing Silent Night. The "singing" isn´t something for music lovers, but more suitable for people who can´t hear that well. But it has to be done and it won´t be christmas until our crappy singing is done. lol Most years there is someone there who can actually sing, and that person really stands out in the crowd. lol We put up a new christmas tree on that same spot every year and I actually cut down this christmas´ tree down yesterday. :-)

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

Thank you so much for this! Mt grandfather was from Småland!

[@kristerjohansson9100]

@@VocalSplendorStudios, that is awesome! Do you know/are you willing to say where in Småland he is from? 😃

[@cubablue602]

Beyond perfect. Absolutely glorious. No words to describe this and none are really needed.

[@marilynmichaels8358]

yes... there are no words!!!

[@barrybernstein9049]

Shelia Bloom Says it brings tears to her eyes. For me Jussi Bjorling has a voice of unshed tears. His 1944 recording of Nessun Dorma is the version that casts the longest shadow . Yes even better than Franco Corelli . The finest Calf ever to perform Calaf in Turandot.

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

I agree.

[@rst-3192]

Jussi never sang the role of Calaf in Turandot live ever, but made a great recording of it with nilsson and tebaldi, he was basically a lyric tenor and not the spinto powerful size voice of corelli, del monaco, giacomini, martinelli or tucker who all sang the Calaf role live and had large voices, but in Lyric roles and some spinto ones like trovatore and don carlo, jussi was successful, boheme was his signature role .

[@sugarbist]

@@rst-3192 The volume on Bjorling's side of the Turandot recording had to be adjusted higher to equal Nilsson's powerful voice. Of course, Bjorling could never do this in the theater.

[@eejwelshtaff]

I'm a 62 year old man sitting here with tears in my eyes, imagine if the great Pavarotti and Jussi were still with us today and performing together, now wouldn't that be a treat two great Legends.

[@bjornsvensson5591]

He is probably the best, the best it is,,,,,,lovely to listen to him.

[@hbarfarkle]

Luciano Pavarotti said that Jussi Björling is the best non-Italian Italian Tenor of all time.

[@majlenjansson9237]

Thank you, I love this song, I am listening to Jussi Björling every Christmas! I live in Finland, so I understund the swedish language very well!

[@Aurinkohirvi]

Jussi's grandmother was a Finn, which is why he was known as "Jussi" which is a Finnish name. She called him with that name, and it stuck.

[@grytlappar]

Now I'm curious... I wiki'd him, and his real name was Johan Jonatan Björling. Never knew! Because of course he used Jussi as his stage name as well, not just as a nickname with his family! Btw, the word for nickname in Swedish - if it's meant in a positive way - is 'smeknamn', which means something resembling 'cuddle name', or 'caress name'. :) (A negative nickname is 'öknamn', translated as 'beast name'; beast in the sense of a yoked animal (like an ox) that pulls a cart or some such). I digress...

[@bigstanko7391]

I didn't know that! As a 100% Swede, I hope we can move past our past imperialistic ways and share the pride of having the greatest tenor in history with our Finnish cousins!

[@lexluthor6497]

It's a deal. hälsningar från 🇫🇮

[@Brassi3]

My Swedish-speaking mother loved the voice of this great tenor.

[@holoholopainen1627]

There are several Finns with that name ! I always thought that JUSSI was an " krigsbarn " - and He just used His real name !

[@gustaf0902]

This was sung at my grandfathers funeral a month ago by his brother who has a magnificant deep voice despite beeing 88 years old. So powerful to hear Jussi sing it.

[@isaiahjohnston823]

His voice is so beautiful. Just like you Valerie!!🇮🇪🇸🇪👏👏👏👍❤️...

[@CommodusSPQR]

Goodness me!!! What a voice!!

[@yogi1940]

If this lady was born of swedish parents and did not know Jussi Bjoerling she should not be teaching voice subjects. He has the worlds greatest singing voice ever as far as I can discover. I am Danish and have listened to Jussi since 1956. My mother knew Jussi in Denmark.

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

Of course I know Jussi. My grandmother and mother talked about him all the time. I was reacting to him singing the song.

[@isaiahjohnston823]

His voice is so powerful and sweet. This version of o holy night is owned by jussi bjorling. 🐐.

[@mikaellundh9350]

That's the way to react.not like all KZbinrs who stop and start every 10 seconds, only whant to hear them self speak

[@Lyris99]

Jussi Björling will never be forgotten, I hope! This tune will live on forever. #lottalove

[@OlviMasta77]

You can hear Jussi had great stamina, voice control and breath control

[@NordArt1991]

Vi fick aldrig höra den svenska näktergalen Jenny Lind, bara som en legend i detta och förra seklet. Men vi alla har blivit välsignade att kunna höra denna röst från Jussi Björling.

[@michelefritze3988]

I'm crying.

[@Gwalion]

It is over fifty years since I first heard Bjorling, Incomparable.

[@ladyrotha5420]

If you don't tear-up, you're not fully alive. What a gift he was to us. He sings in heaven now...

[@dinerouk]

Then I am alive!

[@sarasandfeldt-ceder6657]

I hope he sings for my mother ❤

[@bjornhellman8474]

Noone comes even close to Jussi especially regarding this specific performance.

[@jimmyandersson59]

Jussi is and was the best! Outstanding performance.

[@stege9979]

Jussi! Pure maestro!!!!

[@Republic3D]

This is one of these songs that makes everyone stay quiet and really listen whenever it comes on the radio.

[@jenslumbye7996]

-'I hope you enjoyed the slideshow' No, I missed it. My eyes were filled with tears listening to this lovely voice.

[@jan-olofjohansson5033]

It seems like He was crying during His singing.

[@sixslinger9951]

CHILLS!

[@christopherx7428]

There is only one thing wrong with Jussi's performance: He makes everyone else who tries to perform it just fall flat! Jussi's version is the ultimate one. I play it several times every Christmas, in fact it is not Christmas until we listen to Jussi! Unfortunately, he drank himself into an early grave. Thank God we still have the recordings!

[@edwardkerrigan5356]

The version by Jan Peerce is also worth hearing.

[@margaretsmith8337]

Pavarotti was a million times better.

[@davidwisternoff5548]

@@margaretsmith8337 Well you are entitled to your opinion. Pavarotti was great but even he recognised that Jussi was in a league of his own.

[@Stekaren]

@@margaretsmith8337 I love, love Luciano Pavarotti. But when they compared him to Björling he said im only human :( rip to the both of them

[@mikeprevost8650]

@@Stekaren Margaret is chiming in with her uneducated opinion, never backed up by her rationale, on almost every one of Björling's You Tube clips.

[@thomaswomack3888]

He stands on the heads and shoulders of all other tenors I have ever heard. WOW...what a voice. Thank you for posting this, you have broadened my education and given me great joy.

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

My pleasure! ❤️

[@jonaslindstrom]

Think hearing him sing Anthem from Chess.

[@Ratatosk80]

One word: goosebumps

[@raymondbelarista866]

FANTASTIC SINGER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@lena-mariag.louis-charles3579]

Jussi Bjorling was in a class all his own... THANK You for this - Jussi singing "O Helga Natt" always brought tears to my late father's eyes... (Listening to this and seeing the slide show made my tears roll...💙💛)

[@KristerRehn]

All respect to you, not talking the music into pieces...❤

[@stege9979]

Jussi Björling - perfection in the making. Love your "nothing to do here, move along" look as he hits the high notes. He is the master for sure. IMO no other supreme tenor has ever had the flexibility and "flesh" of Jussi.

[@markmark2080]

That's what I sound like when I'm singing in the shower, it never sounds that good any other time...

[@tommybjorling957]

I'm a glad you like here's voice, I was only seven ears old, near he pass away, 1960, dear is something magic in this song he sing the music and orchestra at the time, something angel like in its background. thank you, and god bless you.

[@VocalSplendorStudios]

Varsågod!

[@Moppemannen_mattias]

Är du släkting till Jussi?