Fifty percent of me listening to this is me rehearsing, the other part is me listening to it simply because of the sheer beauty of this piece. I cannot believe how well-made this is.
My wife and I are American choral music teachers in Italia and are beginning week 10 in lockdown. What a liberation of the soul to sing 'Together... Softly' from around the world. My choirs and I have struggled mightily to sing as an ensemble - even virtually, which I've come to realize is much more difficult than it seems - since February 28th. How it tears at the soul to not be together with them creating nourishment like this for the soul. My wife and I looking forward to being 'fed' as well... Andrá tutto bene amici, mio!
Hi, Pablo! I'm so glad you're joining us! Virtual Choir 4, Fly to Paradise was my first Virtual Choir. I was so nervous as well as excited. :) Such a wonderful experience--I am so glad and grateful that Eric and his team are doing another Virtual Choir at this time as a gift to the world, and that we get to participate! Take good care. :)
Time stamps if anyone has use for what I'm using: 0:08 Intro 0:34 m. 11 "May our voice..." 1:00 Pickup to m. 19 "Aloft" 1:08 m. 21 "Sing" 1:26 Pickup to m. 27 "As one" 1:47 Pickup to m. 35 "Be strong" 2:14 m. 45 "Sing" 2:42 Pickup to m. 53 "As one"
I can barely wait to do it all over again! Amazing song! We are all one. We should respect and love each other regardless of anything. Thank you, Eric, for bringing us together once more in this magnificent way.
I'm so excited to do another one! I've sent the link to the choir I normally sing with and also some family members. Eric, have you noticed how many are now picking up on the virtual choir idea? You were ahead of your time! :-)
This music caught me off guard. SING GENTLY made my body and spirit GENTLY SING. On a very difficult night health-wise, this magical sound was a gift. Healing in ways I cannot put into words. Should you ever add a flute to this piece, I want to be your flutist... maybe to give someone else the emotional release the music gave me. THANK YOU FOR SUCH AMAZING BEAUTY!
Gorgeous and so lovely, what angelic voices and I'm looking forward to the collective performance! Also, I dearly treasure the opportunity that you're providing for others to continue participating in choir
I saw your TED Talk and was blown away. I have a dream of singing with the world in harmonies, all together. And your work embodies that, and inspires me. I am a singer who also writes songs and music. I love creating in the moment. And I am a woman with a beard and a vlog where i show it and talk about self confidence, weird, and love. Again, thank you for your work! and may we harmonize together soon. :D
I so look forward to another virtual choir with Eric. This will be my 5th and I've loved every one. This one is so beautiful in music and message. Can't wait to hear and see the finished product
Ok how do I do my recording without tearing up !😢Have to be strong. Loving it so much - such emotion to share with each other and our audience! For our beautiful daughter husband and granddaughters in Chicago! Sincerely Glenise Berry , Sunny Brisbane Australia 🇦🇺
Seriously considering this. Trying to get back into singing, not too hard of a piece. I'm sort of in an awkward place vocally, out of practice, those tenor notes are a bit of a stretch. :/
Hi, Brian--I hope you decide to join us; I'm not an accomplished singer or musician (glee club in high school, some piano lessons), and I've been in a couple of Virtual Choirs and have found them really rewarding. Also, as Jeanne mentioned, you can sing whatever range you feel comfortable with. I don't know if you noticed the RUclips video Eric posted of tips about how to approach the song. That's posted here; I found it helpful, too. Take care, and good luck! :)
I feel like the voice parts don't all line up with Eric's conducting at the end for the rit in the last 3 bars of the piece.... It's really throwing me off trying to rehearse. Did anyone else notice this?
I applaud your mission, and long may it continue. But I hardly think we need to be told to sing soft more. Sincerely- A singer who nearly had his voice ruined by being told to 'blend'.
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Fifty percent of me listening to this is me rehearsing, the other part is me listening to it simply because of the sheer beauty of this piece. I cannot believe how well-made this is.
I totally agree! The genius of this piece is that it's so simple and gentle, but also very deep and powerful and beautiful.
Eric Whitacre is a musical genius. I love his choral music...
The song that evokes togetherness. The only way we can get to the future, is together.
For sure.
I think this must be what God hears when we all pray together. All voices from all over the world. Truly a hymn and a prayer.
very insightful.
Song for this troubling era we are in now, made me feel alot better , thank you participants and conductor and all the artists who put it together.
My wife and I are American choral music teachers in Italia and are beginning week 10 in lockdown. What a liberation of the soul to sing 'Together... Softly' from around the world. My choirs and I have struggled mightily to sing as an ensemble - even virtually, which I've come to realize is much more difficult than it seems - since February 28th. How it tears at the soul to not be together with them creating nourishment like this for the soul. My wife and I looking forward to being 'fed' as well... Andrá tutto bene amici, mio!
i so agree and feel the same way Now i am trying to put something together in Peekskill NY since we are in phiase 4
I am so thrilled to be part of Eric Whitacre's virtual choir project again. Can't wait to hear the finished product - together as one !
I cannot wait to hear what this sounds like with more singers!
This is my first time on a Virtual Choir, someone else?
Hi, Pablo! I'm so glad you're joining us! Virtual Choir 4, Fly to Paradise was my first Virtual Choir. I was so nervous as well as excited. :) Such a wonderful experience--I am so glad and grateful that Eric and his team are doing another Virtual Choir at this time as a gift to the world, and that we get to participate! Take good care. :)
Same here, I was in college for the last 6 years and missed my chance to be in 4 and 5. Now I have plenty of time to prepare.
Yes, me too ! Reallly happy to join you
Me too! So excited about it! Ewa.
first time too!! ^_^
Absolutely Beautiful Piece of Music Eric, Can't Wait to learn it and upload!!!
FYI Folks: All done by The 22nd of this month at 12PM Pacific time
Time stamps if anyone has use for what I'm using:
0:08 Intro
0:34 m. 11 "May our voice..."
1:00 Pickup to m. 19 "Aloft"
1:08 m. 21 "Sing"
1:26 Pickup to m. 27 "As one"
1:47 Pickup to m. 35 "Be strong"
2:14 m. 45 "Sing"
2:42 Pickup to m. 53 "As one"
Thank you very much !
Who's a "returning vet" of Virtual Choir? Started with VC3 and haven't missed yet! Welcome to all to this amazing event. 😊
I loved singing Eric Whitacre's compositions. I would love to get in on the next virtual choir!
Me too i love this music and want to find a way to work with him
This is so beautiful! It gave me goosebumps all over and brought tears to my eyes. Incredibly touching in times like these.
nothing like the first reaction to it, I noticed myself with the mouth open with awe.
😘😁😃😚
I can barely wait to do it all over again! Amazing song! We are all one. We should respect and love each other regardless of anything. Thank you, Eric, for bringing us together once more in this magnificent way.
I'm so excited to be singing this! This is my first virtual choir!
beautiful i am wondering how this was put together as there is a lag time with zoom i want to do some work like this as well
This is my morning prayer ever since I found it...
Eric Whitacre music is Calming and Ethereal. Love this❣️🥰💞
CBS Morning Show brought me here, I am so amazed , so beautiful! Instantly picked up my phone and shared and subscribed!
Me too!👍🏼❤️
@@evelynroob265 will you be doing anything on CBS morning show ? or just a contacf for you??
Beautiful. So excited to be a part of this creation. Eric you are an answer to my prayers. Thank you.
I'm so excited to do another one! I've sent the link to the choir I normally sing with and also some family members. Eric, have you noticed how many are now picking up on the virtual choir idea? You were ahead of your time! :-)
OMG that is so true, he is a pioneer.
I've been telling folks who think it's a "new" thing during the pandemic that he was the visionary! :D
Beautiful! Can't wait to hear it with our thousands of voices!
Im so excited to be apart of this! Been waiting since Fly to Paradise.
Absolutely beautiful! Love it and all of you. Thank you
yes
Absolutely beautiful song!
This is the most beautiful thing I've ever heard. Touches on a soul level 😭♥
This music caught me off guard. SING GENTLY made my body and spirit GENTLY SING. On a very difficult night health-wise, this magical sound was a gift. Healing in ways I cannot put into words. Should you ever add a flute to this piece, I want to be your flutist... maybe to give someone else the emotional release the music gave me. THANK YOU FOR SUCH AMAZING BEAUTY!
First time to join this virtual choir 😍 From Philippines
Beautiful, can't wait to hear what it sounds like when we're all singing together!
I'm honored to be part of the choir
Today's the day! And I get to be #100!
congratulations you made it
Gorgeous and so lovely, what angelic voices and I'm looking forward to the collective performance!
Also, I dearly treasure the opportunity that you're providing for others to continue participating in choir
Amazing... so amazing...
Greetings from Caracas - Venezuela.
Soooooo beautiful and warm!
Todd Rundgren's Spirit of Harmony Foundation sent me here and I"m so very happy they did. This is just too beautiful for words. Thank you.
I saw your TED Talk and was blown away. I have a dream of singing with the world in harmonies, all together. And your work embodies that, and inspires me. I am a singer who also writes songs and music. I love creating in the moment. And I am a woman with a beard and a vlog where i show it and talk about self confidence, weird, and love. Again, thank you for your work! and may we harmonize together soon. :D
I so look forward to another virtual choir with Eric. This will be my 5th and I've loved every one. This one is so beautiful in music and message. Can't wait to hear and see the finished product
I plan on uploading my video with soprano voice & ASL! I am so excited to join another virtual choir!
ruclips.net/video/szJm1tVK2xY/видео.html
This is a beautiful piece. I am happy to sing it, gently.
i’m so excited to be a part of this choir!
This makes my SOUL SOAR! Thank you!
Just beautiful!
I am learning this beautiful piece now .❤️❤️ ( Soprano here )
beautiful!!! I am excited! Thank you Eric!!!
bellisimo.... un regalo para el alma
That’s what I want my heaven to be like everyday
me too
Ok how do I do my recording without tearing up !😢Have to be strong. Loving it so much - such emotion to share with each other and our audience! For our beautiful daughter husband and granddaughters in Chicago! Sincerely Glenise Berry , Sunny Brisbane Australia 🇦🇺
Smiling big time over this song. !!! Awesome !!!
Yes, so very, very True,!!
I needed this.
I was referred to this beautiful video by a choir I am in
I just saw the news piece about this Amazing piece of work! Perfecto Maestro
where is the news piece and what country antoniaarts2@gmail.com i so love this
It's magnificent. I look forward to being part of this and also singing it live one day.
Absolutely Beautiful ! Thank you!!!
SOOO beautiful.
so tranquil, just like the Seal lullaby a warming and hopeful piece.
Beautiful song, Eric.
This is Beautifully Done..Wow!!!Absolutely Amazing!!!❤
This was amazing! How beautiful and inspirational it is. Thank you.
I’m so incredibly excited for this :)
I AM SO EXCITED!
I’m so excited for this !!
What a beautiful project and a lovely piece 💙
Lovely. I am excited to be part of this!
Thank you.
are yiou doing one with them
Una belleza de obra. Dulce y melodiosa. Deseando cantarla
Can’t wait to be apart of this!!
don't how i'm gonna do this without crying but i will!! hhaha
This is my song for school
Thank you, maestro!
Beautiful!
beautiful !!!!!
MusicIsThePill💊 ... Thank you for fulfilling my wish
cant wait to see when the mix is done... our nayumi submitted ❤️
Thank you!! I will continue to practice with this video.
BRAVO MAESTRO!!
would have liked to see photos of the many people singing.
yes me also
Bellissima musica e parole. Come unisce la musica.
incredible work i am so amazed at how this was done i am not a tech person but love music and want to put something together
Preciosa...
When are submissions due?
The 22nd of this month at 12PM Pacific time
Chills
Seriously considering this. Trying to get back into singing, not too hard of a piece. I'm sort of in an awkward place vocally, out of practice, those tenor notes are a bit of a stretch. :/
You can sing Alto if you want he mentioned sing what part you feel comfortable with
Hi, Brian--I hope you decide to join us; I'm not an accomplished singer or musician (glee club in high school, some piano lessons), and I've been in a couple of Virtual Choirs and have found them really rewarding. Also, as Jeanne mentioned, you can sing whatever range you feel comfortable with. I don't know if you noticed the RUclips video Eric posted of tips about how to approach the song. That's posted here; I found it helpful, too. Take care, and good luck! :)
This is amazing. How can I be a part of the next project?
i would like to also as i direct and manage artists How was this done?? antoniaarts2@gmail.com
👑
You had me at the downbeat.
Came here after hearing his interview on BBC yesterday.
Done! I made sure to use my good microphone, the one with which I record my original works.
Please tell me sir how to conduct a choir in 6th pulse measurement
Is there an unmarked fermata in the bass line in the last measure?
Pretty
I feel like the voice parts don't all line up with Eric's conducting at the end for the rit in the last 3 bars of the piece.... It's really throwing me off trying to rehearse. Did anyone else notice this?
Anyone else hearing a high E at 2:42??
yes
I couldn't upload the video
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How can I join this virtual choir?
My brother is practising the scores for this...
ik maag kaas
get yourself a man that looks at you the way Eric Whitacre does while conducting you
haha, exactly
lol at his releases..
Why are we staring at a conductor?
Fun fact: apparently he’s a furry
I applaud your mission, and long may it continue.
But I hardly think we need to be told to sing soft more.
Sincerely-
A singer who nearly had his voice ruined by being told to 'blend'.