OPERA SINGER FIRST TIME HEARING Freddie Mercury & Montserrat Caballé - BARCELONA REACTION!!!😱
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My mom loved opera and she loved Freddie. When this came out she was in HEAVEN. She listened to it at high volumes for hours and hours. IT had the best of both worlds she loved. I am so glad she got to see/hear it.
Thats beautiful
Freddie and Montserrat.............Ensueno .... Beautiful
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Freddie was a huge opera fan and he fell in love with Montserrat's voice very quickly.
This was the first crossover between a rock singer and an opera diva in the history. Montserrat mentioned it was a great service towards the people who never listend to opera before, because their collaboration has definitely increased the popularity of this genre. Pls, check out The Golden Boy at La Nit 88. that's another lovely preformence of these 2 great artists, you will love it!
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Pavarotti said this was dumbing down opera, then he went and did it himself for the money.
@@merqury5 Pavarotti & Friends...
They also became great friends and she was also willing to work together with him because he was dying and this was one of his last wishes to work with her
@@MeTheMayo Freddie told in 86, that he wanted to meet Montserrat and he had been diagnosed in 87 so he wasn't dying at that time at all. He also completed 3 more Queen albums between 86 and 91.
Two legendary singers that aren't with us any more.
This video clip I believe was shot during the first performances of this legendary duet at the prestigious "Ku Club" on the island of Ibiza in 1987. Prior to this, the idea of collaboration between Freddie Mercury, a global "rock" Superstar and Montserrat Caballe, considred by many to be the best Operatic Soprano ever, was treated with scepticism and derision, by the public when first mooted. Luciano Pavarotti who had performed with Montserrat, in 1983 at Covent Garden Opera House in London, where Freddie first heard her, even went so far as to accuse her of betraying her operatic heritage. Yet despite all the adverse comments fortunately the duo were steadfast and determined to proceed with their project. Freddie composed this powerful duet with his musical maestro Mike Moran as a tribute and homage to the legendary Opera Diva(I use the term in the original sense here). The three main reasons behind the piece were that Montserrat Caballe was born in Barcelona, lived there most of her life and it was the venue for hers' and Freddies' first actual meeting which, soon developed into a deep and devoted friendship, which was to last the rest of their lives.
Their very first performance in Ibiza, was greeted with instant, wild rapturous acclaim. Freddie and Montserrat Caballe had achieved the seemingly impossible, combining rock and opera for the very first time ever, in an amazing duet. They had not just succeeded, they had superceded, even the most optimistic hopes and decisively silenced their detractors forever. Subsequently, The Duet was to become the main focus of the successful bid by Barcelona to host the Summer Olympics in 1992.
Freddie once told Montserrat taking both her hands in his, in answer to silence doubts she had mentioned, "Why doi you want to sing with me....? I am Old...I am Fat....."
"Montsy"(which he callled her affectionately) ..You Are Music...and Music knows no Age"..
How true that seems, even now 37 YEARS after the first public airing of this Triumphant Anthem.
Fortunately, although both are now sadly deceased, thankfully owing to technology, we can still enjoy and even thrill to, this ground-breaking masterpiece. Music truly does live through the ages....
" VIVA, BARCELONA..!!!"
Peter - so beautifully said. You have paid an extremely heartfelt tribute to these two legends. I thank you! ✌
They truly were friends until the end. She was there for his family after he passed as well. She was with them in Montreux market square on 25 November 1996 at the unveiling of the statue of Freddie.
You should hear the demo he sent Montserrat when he wanted to do this opera collaboration with her. He absolutely adored her, matter of fact in this song that part where he says "The moment you stepped into the room, you took my breath away" he was singing about the first time he ever saw her. The demo is on youtube and it's called "Exercise in Free Love" Some people that listen to it, mistakenly think it's Montserrat singing the notes while Freddie is playing the piano, but in actuality, it's ALL Freddie, this was done before he sang with her. It's what she listened to judge his talent as an operatic singer, and to do the collaboration of the Barcelona album. He blew her mind away, she said the way he could move in and out of registers so effortlessly was amazing. He could jump from the bottom of the keyboard to almost the top without working his way up to it. The two ended up adoring one another...lol She loved him just as much :) If you look for it on youtube, I usually listen to the one where it's just a picture of him sitting down looking at the camera, for me so far it's the clearest. There are no words, just piano and notes, but I promise it will be one of the most beautiful things you'll ever hear, it's like an Angel singing. Actually I'll put the link here if anyone else is interested that has not heard it yet. ruclips.net/video/qkuBUWykrIU/видео.html It will blow your mind that these high notes are him, and every now and then he'll come back down just for a second, just enough for you to hear the Rocker Freddie, but moves quickly back up.
Noted, they both adore each other and thats beautiful... Thanks for watching and sharing
Thank you for sharing this link!
Their song nobody can ever sing this ❤
GOOSEBUMPS!! The was the theme song for the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games! Sadly, Freddie passed away in 1991. For the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games the theme song was TEO TORRIATE by Queen .. a song written for their Japanese fans!
Hmm ... What a great lost to the music industry
This is Freddie at his most spiritual. He and Montserrat sing a prayer to Barcelona. It made me feel human and kind again!!
Beautiful
Great artists, great singers, great friends. The whole Barcelona album is a masterpiece. This song was written by Freddie for Montsy /her nickname for friends/, because she was from Barcelona and then this beautiful piece of art became a official song for Olympic games 1992 in Barcelona . Montsy was here alone, because Freddie ´s life ended in november 1991... But his dreams came true, he was very happy and proud to work with her
Hmm... Such a touching story behind this song. Thanks so much for watching
That album is fabulous from start to finish, not a bad song on it, "How can I go on" is my favourite song.
@@The1queencollector yes, How can I go on is absolutely fabulous. My favourite too.
Gorgeous, two beautiful friends!
Beautiful
If I remember right, Monserrat once sayd, difference between me and Freddie is how we enter stage, "I am going to perform ready made scene, Freddie is making it for himself. nothing to add to that.
I have a feeling, that they two beautiful souls are in heaven, sing to each other in harmoni to other beautiful soul ❤
Hmmm ... That's beautiful
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I like to think they are teaching the angels how to really sing
Montserrat is a true LEGEND of opera. She is simply wonderful!
She is
After this came out Monserrat Caballe had many offers from other quite notable rock and pop artists to do a duet with her. She turned them all down, saying what she had done with Freddie was so special she would not perform with other rock and pop artists out of respect for his memory.
Freddie had incredible versatility, not only was he and the whole band incredible, this is an amazing show of his ability to turn anything into gold!! I’m not a big Opera fan but I love this coming together of both genres!! Love this and appreciate your reaction. Your energy and enthusiasm was priceless! IMO!❤️❤️❤️
You are welcome, thanks so much for watching
Definitely check out Queen's "Who Wants to Live Forever" and Freddie's demo track "Exercises in Free Love" for more of Mercury's operatic side.
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Freddy will ever remain the greatest performer to have ever lived, no one comes close
Beautiful
Freddie wrote this song as a way to express meeting his idol Montsy. He & mike Moran composed an entire album for the duo. An amazing accomplishment.
Wonderful reaction.
Thank you, great one
Two extraordinary singers and legends with voices that fit perfectly together. Every time I hear this my eyes become wet. I really love this song. This is the best to proof, that you don't have to concentrate just on one type of music. It is one more example to show how perfectly rock and classic / opera fit together and even complete each other.
Wonderful, it's a pleasure to see two legends and two great friends performing on stage.
Freddie loved Opera and especially Montserrat Caballe.She found out and asked him to do this with her.I can't imagine the joy he felt.Its absolutely beautiful,and it makes me a bit sad because you can see Freddie isn't well.His illness was starting to affect him.
Hmmm.... May his soul rest on
I stand and applaud this song every time that I hear it. Amazing performance by Freddie and Monserrat.
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When you know Freddie wrote this song about they're first time meeting. You know it's from the heart
The album they did in Barcelona is loaded with fantastic songs!! Whenever you get time you should listen to the whole album❤️❤️❤️❤️
Sure i will
I have never seen anywhere so great vocalist like Freddie,he dared even opera chalange,witch no one ever mastered like he did. How good he was,remember song" Under pressure," with late David Bowie,they never sang it live,because he would " blow," Bowie away. So,no more such talent as Freddie was.Sad thing is he could' ve been alive,but he stoped taking medicine him self,and died.
Both gone and I cry every time I watch this. Beautiful song and beautiful unlikely friendship between these two. That is what makes me cry. However I know I will continue to watch it. This is what is referred to as bittersweet.
Freddie was taken from us before his time and I have to say if we speak of unique then I believe Freddie was truly unique. I remember at the time I heard of his death I thought oh no as I think if he had continued he would have continued to surprise and enthrall us.
Montserrat such a lovely lady and the most beautiful voice but it was their obvious connection to each other that really touched my heart.
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Freddie was a Rock star, best rock voice ever. Monserrat a spanich diva opera singer. They did this song together to open the Barcelona Olympics.
Don't forget Montserrat Caballé , great opera singer from the age off 16 years!! A grande dame!!
Amazing
The most beautiful work of art ever sung
i heard freddies voice at 12 NEWS OF THE WORLD . he was a beautiful soul with amazing talent. RIP Freddie we miss you
Rest on freddie
Rest on freddie
The song meant to open Barcelona Olympic games in 1992. Unfortunately Freddie died before the opening.
The day he died I cried my eyes out.💔♥️
It is well
I can listen to these two all day. This gives me peace and happiness.
Yes
Beautiful reaction from you my friend!!!
Freddie adored Montserrat Cabelle and felt honoured to sing with her , You have a wonderful accent
Thank you
I didn't know that Mercury had this in him to entertain with a professional opera singer. Very nice.
Absolute great reaction. Thank you very much for this.
You are welcome
I knew you would love it and I couldn't wait to see your reaction!! Amazing!
I really do seriously, thanks for requesting, it was an amazing ride
They were supposed to sing it at the opening of the Barcelona Olympics but Freddie pass away a year before
That was sad, 😱.... May his soul continue to rest on
actually Monserat done with Freddie back track
They also did Golden Boy, which is also fantastic.
Thats beautiful
Getting this album together was an uphill battle for Freddie as the Opera world was very closeminded towards mere pop singers like he was. He couldn't book an orchestra, so he recorded the whole thing himself using synthesizers and MIDI.
Later, the whole album was re-recorded using the orchestra which was used during the "We will rock you" musical.
It was great together
BTW Freddie wrote whole album you can check it I know imagine be in Freddie mansion whole night and have fun ,singing song,have lot of laugh awhile *Freddie playing piano,and Freddie just being Freddie -like Monserat experienced She was in his house all night and then he went with her at airport at 6 am morning
Beautiful
I have listened to this song maybe a thousand times and still love it, but I think it reached a new level watching you react to this song. So many Queen songs you could react to, I could never list them all. Not sure if anyone has suggested this one, but try reacting to Too Much Love Will Kill You. He was pretty close to death when he did that song. Also, at the end of his life, he did The Show Must Go On. In fact, you will see in the video how gaunt he looked, being only months away from death. Thank you for making my day!
Wow, so glad i made your day .. you can check out queens playlist that i have done
I gave done show must go on
This song was done to be performed during the opening ceremony of the Barcelona Olympics. When freddie departed this world Monserrat refused to duet with anyone else on tribute toher beloved friend
Thats love... Freddie rest on
Just a couple on minutes in but having Tina Turner with a lightsaber conducting is brilliant.
Is that Tina Turner
made my heart soar!!!
This makes you feel.
You should react to " how can I go on " Freddie Mercury & Monserat caballe you won't regret it
Okay, thanks for watching
thanks so much, Royal Teh -- Freddie wrote this - and an entire album for "Montsy" - they were great friends -- one of my favorites that has video is "How can I go on?" -- where you see Montserrat so happy and she cannot resist lip-synching while Freddie sings... ruclips.net/video/ksNoe8W2jTc/видео.html -- Look forward to more of your reactions! Happy New Year!
You are welcome... Wow, I'm glad you liked it... I will check it out
I don't think there are many cities around the world which has been host of two major sports events to be organize,the 1982 world cup soccer game the 1992 Olympics.i consider my self one of the lucky ones who lived in that wonderful city to see it happening.we got the Olympics in 1986,still remember that autumn hot day ,we woke up and went to school hoping with all our souls to win the nomination,in fact that day it was all about the Olympics,we were allow to quit school early just to be able to be on time to watch it.a giat screen was set in Plaza de Catalunya, Barcelonas downtown heart...and then it happens!!people went mad,crazy!!you can't even imagine what it means to be apart of it!I will never ever forget it.a year later this song came out and it was a blessing for the city,it really help out the city to become a global tourist destination.i was there in 1988 when Freddy and Montserrat song Barcelona with the beautiful 1929 world exhibition magic fountain as background in a hot summer day.one of the few days in my life a regret not having a smartphonw with me😭I haven't heard this song in years and now,with a diagnosed stage 4 cancer, hearing it again it brings tears to my eyes but,in a strange way,a sense of pride and happiness that I was able to be a part of those incredible,awesome days back in the 80s.i don't live in Barcelona anymore and is miss it with all my heart because i had and incredible childhood growing up there.to me,back then, Barcelona was paradise.💗
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Listen to Exercises in Free Love to hear Freddie's range. Its beautiful
I will soon
freddy was a dieing man...so it's even more wow.
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Who Wants to Live Forever is a great song. Listen to the studio version.
Thanks
Loved it heard it here first
monserrat caballe es una de las mejores sopranos de la historia y que voy a decir de freddie
The best duet ever as if its from another world ❤️❤️❤️
You can say that again
I am so glad you found this. It is incredible and your reaction is epic!
Thank you so much
Who Wants to Live Forever by Queen is another great song. I prepr
Okay, noted
Freddie famously said he thought he would have to 'tone down' his stage presence to do this! 😂😂😂😂😂
That gave me goosebumps! ❤️❤️❤️
Same here
Thank you for introducing me to this!
P.S. I'm glad I've subscribed.
Thank you
Listen to them sing HOW CAN I GO ON....even better
Perfection ❤️❤️❤️❤️ I have the album the cassette and CD :-) you should listen to the whole album is wonderful!!!
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Great song, great singers, great your reaction, great my saludos desde México, my dear friend :)
Thanks so much my mexico friend
Great reaction I was brought up in this era 70s was my teen years
Beautiful
Just saw this channel for the first time. I am subscribed.
Thanks for that
I love your reactions you should react to the golden boy sung by this amazing duo. Where about are you in the world? Gods blessings from England x
I'm a Nigerian... Thanks so much
After seeing you react to Bohemian Rapsody I knew that you would love this. I am still tingling from listening to your whole reaction to the song. Sweet Happy New Year. I have subscribed. 🎶💜
Thank you, hope you enjoy watching?
I'm so glad you did a reaction to this. I don't think it gets much attention from reactors because, unless they're singers like you, then opera really goes over their heads.
I don't listen to opera myself but I know a great collaboration when I see one. When I saw you specialized in opera music then I immediately knew this was the song for you. A wonderful reaction video.
Thanks so much for watching
QUEEN LOVERS: ruclips.net/p/PLWrIROyDgReGG0rqedihOHKPXLSceqJDD
Montserrat was asked to sing at the 92 Olympics and she asked Freddie to compose something. This is what he composed, but when she asked him to sing with him at the Olympics, he told her he wouldn't be here in 2 years. This song opened the 92 Olympics in Barcelona. When Freddie died he only wanted Montserrat to sing at his funeral and she did. They had a wonderful friendship and love for one another. There's a documentary about their friendship.
Heavenly
They did an album together, Barcelona. It's magnificent, ai love all of it, especially How Can I'm Go On? & Guide Me Home..Also, there are videos & inter views on RUclips.
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Barcelona was the official song of the olympic games 1992.
Watch Pavarotti with U2, John Bolton live concert in Sarajevo
You need to experience these two on the album they produced together!
Okay, what's the title
If you haven't heard it, you would like Pavarotti's "Nessun Dorma," I can't spell in Italian sorry. Also Demis Roussos, "My friend the Wind," he was Greek. Nana Maskouri (not sure of the spelling) was a great greek singer too. Have you heard Mary Hopkins singing "Those were The Days."
Freddy waas very big Fan of her!
He was
Pure beauty! You as a presenter also adds to this!
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Talk crap. What zoo she from
Pavarotti & Michael Bolton look for a relief concert in Sarajevo
Thanks for watching
Freddie also co-wrote the song
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Gave it a ten before the best part too 😂
Its just beautiful
❤ HAPPY 2022 ❤
Was the great performance, and reaction ty for this.👌
It would be interesting to see your reaction, to Kate Bush "Wuthering Heights" .(official video 1 or 2 )👀=D
Thank you
This song is a prime example of the disservice that most radio stations do to their audience by playing only their restricted playlist of their restricted genres. No 'Rock ' station would play this, No 'Classical ' station would play this, as for most of the other stations they are bound by their sponsors playlists. Luckily in the UK we have the often criticised BBC , which will play a whole range of genres on its several platforms and allow everyone to hear a wide range of music styles.
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As an opera singer, I think you would recognize the conductor of the symphony. It's not just a guy with a light stick...
That's through, so sorry maybe thats the first time I'm seeing it and couldn't describe what it is plus i need to so more research, thanks for your observations
Took me like 25 years to truly appreciate this song...i never really liked it...i do now.. i think i just didn't understand Mercury at the time.. but its top 5 for me now..it litterally makes me cry man.
That's beautiful
Visca Barcelona !!
i LOVE your reactions. check out Rush - Closer to the Heart 1998 - you'll love Geddy's voice!
Glad to hear this, thank you
How can she be suprised how good Montserrat is ?
Why can't i be surprised?
Please, react Mónica Naranjo Europa concert stage, woooooow, incredible, opera, rock, dance,great soprano, thanks of Valencia, Spain.
You are welcome
since i cant find any other way for request or something take a look at Markko and Tarja in Nightwis do Phantom of the opera
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Unfortunately, Freddie didn't see the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona any more.
If you enjoyed this video with this song that was used in the Opening Ceremony of the Barcelona 92 Olympic Games, you should check out the performance of Sarah Brightman and José Carreras, in the closing ceremony of those same Olympic Games, singing "Amigos forever", which is as spectacular as this Mercury/Caballé song: ruclips.net/video/OmUS9vu-O1s/видео.html
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should watch queen at live aid it was amazing
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ah, disregard my comment on Bohemian Rhapsody, you watched it :)
I read that they wanted to do The Phantom of the Opera together, but he ran out of time before their schedules cleared for it.
Perhaps in some alternate universe they figured out a workable HIV cocktail just a little faster and they got to do that one.
Tracy Chapman and Luciano Pavarotti.
is there any opera from your country that you could introduce us to?
Freddy wrote this
Beautiful