Nicole Henry - "The Nearness of You" - Nango Jazz Festival, Japan 2006
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- Опубликовано: 5 ноя 2024
- Nicole Henry performs "The Nearness of You" at the Nango Jazz Festival in Japan in 2006 with Mike Orta on piano; Kuni on drums; and Ichiro on bass.
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Since her debut in 2004, Nicole Henry has established herself as one of the jazz world's most acclaimed vocalists, possessing a potent combination of dynamic vocal abilities, impeccable phrasing, and powerful emotional resonance.
Her passionate, soulful voice and heartfelt charisma have earned her a Soul Train Award for “Best Traditional Jazz Performance," and three Top-10 U.S. Billboard and HMV Japan jazz albums. Heralded by The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, The Japan Times, El Pais, Jazz Times, Essence and more, Ms. Henry tells real stories through unparalleled interpretations of repertoire from the American Songbook, classic and contemporary jazz, popular standards, blues and originals.
She has captivated audiences in over 20 countries, headlining at venues in cities including New York, Tokyo, Madrid, Moscow, Paris, Shanghai, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, San Francisco and Miami. Ms. Henry has also performed in more than 30 music festivals worldwide and in some of the world’s most famous venues including Blue Note; Jazz at Lincoln Center; Blues Alley; Arsht Center; Feinstein’s; Green Mill; Jazz St. Louis; Madrid Jazz Festival; the Regattabar; and Catalina Jazz.
Media outlets around the globe have also taken note:
“The obvious forerunner to Ms. Henry…is the younger Natalie Cole, to whose style she adds a coating of brass.” - Stephen Holden, NY Times
“….a paragon of perfection… the vocal love child of Whitney Houston and Sarah Vaughan." - Jordan Levin, Miami Herald
“Listen and you’ll hear an artist who knows how to make a song her own… Henry aims right for the emotional center…". - Philip Van Vleck, Billboard
“(Henry) can sell a power ballad as well as Whitney, Diana and Patti.” - Jazz Times
For more information about Nicole, visit her website: www.NicoleHenry.com
I have never commented on a RUclips video… ever. However, as a professional musician, I can honestly say, that I have listened to this performance many, many times… and the reaction is always the same… just pure bliss… thank you
100 % agree
Every time I have the opportunity to hear Nicole SING this beautiful ballad, I think of the many very talented vocalist who have performed it, and I must say, it's never been performed any better!!
Until now it's 2023 but I'm still listening to this beautiful song from Nicole! Really love this!
So sensual a.rendition and done in an understated way. She lets the lyrics stand out. Great accompaniments w piano , drums, bass. Boffo!!
This is a Beautiful rendition of this " Standard"! Thank you Nicole....
This beautiful sensual ballad has never been performed better! Excellent, Bravo Nicole! This superb performance by you is what enchanted me to follow you unto this day! Love you Ricardo
Superb rendition of one of my favorite ballads! 👏👏👏
Seems every time I listen and enjoy a truly talented performer such as Nichole. I'm left speechless on what to say about her voice and performance. All I can say is Bravo!
Loved watching and listening. Beautiful interpretation and phrasing. 👍
Nicole, you have the most amazing voice of the 21st century. When I got "The Very Thought Of You", I was speechless. Keep up the OUTSTANDING work!
Hello my dear Nicole what a beautiful presentation and what a voice congratulations my beautiful
This is what music is ALL ABOUT.
Just perfect.
You dopes should listen to Bob Mannings version
Sorry to keep posting comments here but this performance is absolutely incredible! My appreciation for this rendition has only grown over TEN years! Orta is fantastic, complete command of the keyboard. And the way you take your time with the tune, not just singing, but CONNECTING with the lyrics, just beautiful Nic!
hey SecretBilly! Hope to meet in NYC sometime...thanks for the love :)
Nicole!!!
Still listening to… April 2024…
very nice!
Just listened again. So much feeling in this performance. I am melting. And what a beautifully tasteful accompaniment by the rhythm section.
Thx you for your kind words!
Already posted, but the more I watch this (every day!) the more incredible this performance becomes. Nicole brings her whole body and soul to this performance; Orta is fantastic. Just an absolutely beautiful rendition!!
I've been a fan since I saw her at one of the first Jazz In The Gardens festivals (Miami, FL). She was amazing & still is. Love your style & delivery!
Note: That was back when Miami Gardens was still showcasing JAZZ at their Jazz in the Gardens event instead of the very NON-jazz transition they have seemed to follow up with in years since - as a result, I have not made a trip to return. Miami & Ft. Lauderdale lost jazz when Love 94 FM went off the air.
Breathtakingly AWESOME. There is nothing else to say...just to FEEL. Thank you Nicole. Phyllis Reid.
Great song, great version. Don't dump the verse, it's lovely!
thank you so very much :)
Total perfection !!! We love you Nicole!!
As I have done for the past 4 years, I was trying to decide which Sunday Brunch at the Blue Note to bring my students to and once I heard this rendition of one of my favorite standards - I knew! So, we'll be there , Nov 3, 25 St.John's U. students and myself. YOU GO GIRL!
Marvelous Nicole!!
+Lorenzo Bon Thank you Lorenzo! Please search for VERY THOUGHT OF YOU or FIRST TIME ON A FERRIS WHEEL. Two beautiful ballads I also sing. I hope you enjoy them too! Oh, also, HOW INSENSITIVE - I did this as a guitar duo on my new SUMMER SESSIONS CD
cheers... Nicole
+Nicole Henry You're Welcome Wonder! I will.. I'll get there and back to You.
I hope one day We will have the chance to sing together! God God bless You, your Voice and keep forward the beautiful music On! Cheers to You :)Lorenzo
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:O) i feel the same...can't wait until our next show Mike...always, nicole
a magical voice and just the right amount of accompaniment. the pianist really compliments her singing style and the bass is so sweet when it comes it at the bridge at 1:20
This is music made in Heaven, I love her voice, and the band is absolutely amazing
i really love this song by Nicole..
She sings at my church in Miami!
+Lynnette Richardson I'll be back there the Sunday after Thanksgiving! Hope to sing for you then :)
Great singing and great comp! thanks for the vid.
Lovely job, Nicole.
Really beautiful version of one of my all time favorite songs and the band is so good. Really great stuff. :)
Hi Nicole...I love your version of this song Nearness of you!!!! I'm going to sing this song too....of this comng 29th of this month...Thanks for sharing!!!!
I swa Nicole Henry today at an outdoor concert in Ft. Lauderdale. She really put on an impressive show, and Mike Orta, a longtime fixture in South Florida jazz also played great.
I'm not a female singer fan of jazz, but she sang mainly all jazz standards, and did them wonderfully, so she's easily recommended.
Nicole a saw you in Queretaro, México, in Octuber "Otoño festival de la Cultura 2007" that show was incredible, and you gave us that a beatiful Gift to help a many people suffered flood in Tabasco. I´m scream to very stronge "We love you Nicole"!!!!!, I don´t know do you remember that moment, but for me I never forget this beatiful night,I wrote the note for the Radio Universidad about your concert, thank you for beatiful voice, that was amaizing, honestly!!!!!
Can't wait to get back there one day again soon!
perfect!
Honey, you just step down on it. Brava! So nice to hear you and I'll be listening for more. Sing on, sister girl.
nice
wonderful rendition
Maravillosa versión de Nicole y maravilloso acompañamiento del pianista
Gracias!! Besos
This is one of my favorite songs - - vocal or instrumental on alto saxophone. Thanks for your rendition!
Beautiful!
Good performance "The Nearness of you !!! i wanna a one for the road of you Nicole Henry
thank you Karolosm- I appreciate your comment on RUclips re: NEarness of You in Japan video clip ;)
Be Well!!!!! nicole
Piano 👍💗
SHe is a beautiful woman ( a lady) and a beautiful voice to match, I love her voice. How cna we find out when she will be playing in South Florida again, she would be great to see in person. Yhanks
This is the greatest cover for this song
Wow, I'm honored thx you!
Talk about being in the moment and setting the mood or a mood this is so it !1 yum yum
Hows Queretaro? Haven't been back and missing the beautiful people in the beautiful plazas!
all the best!
That Hoagy Carmichael song was dusted off and given a new life by Nichole, accompanied by trio of champions.
I heard her sing this song way back and seeing it again on this channel was a treat.
We're in 2023 now. Does she still make appearances?
This is so lovely, so very lovely. Such beautiful and lyrical phrasing and nuanced dynamics, so thoughtful and more powerful for the restraint and subtlety of this interpretation. You capture the very spirit and heart of this -- oh, I wish Hoagie Carmichael could have heard your rendition.
John- sorry we missed you in San Diego...Anthology was beautiful!!!!
Next time...soon I hope ;) Nicole
Hola Nicole.
Vuelvo a escribirte para decirte que es la version más bonita que he oído.
Mis saludos a Mike por su acompañamiento.
Great voice, and an excellent sense of humor...hope you can travel to minneapolis, The Dakota misses you.
Lol she definitely said conversation :)
Beautiful voice. I've heard this a thousand times.
I adore your interpretarion,so lovely….
Awesome voice, great style. Does Mike Orta play keyboard/piano in all your CD's? His style complements yours perfectly.
Extraordinaria!!!,
Thank you (secret) Billy :O)
Stay in touch...
More of the best to you,
Nicole
I like this song.
I like this tune.
WOW!
algo de bueno!!!!!!!!
He is name is Mike Orta in the piano!!!, he is fantastic compositor of jazz!!!!!!!
Love even your reaction to the foxy things.....Great , great , great ! And..I'm not the "fan-type".......working with your voice in my ears....time flows as the inspirations come...
WOW when will you be performing in Dallas?
Found out about her on your recommendation.Thank you.
+Tony Pichardo We were close...but it didn't happen! I hope soon...meanwhile, please check out my other songs The Very THought of You, How Insensitive, or Waters of March...they are similar to this :) Hope I get to sing for you live. I am in NYC a lot. Please visit my site...and THANKS again for your message
thanks for the Nearness of You comment :O)
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👏👏👏 sensacional.
Thanks for taking the time to comment on my video...isn't Mike Orta (Piano)great?!
Going back to Japan on Tuesday APRIL 15...can't wait to be there...makes me wonder why i stay in USA when people love and respect jazz and music so much more outside of America.. :O)
I must be waiting for the next Presidential election :O)
All the best to you,
Nicole!!!
Its not the pale moon that excites me
That thrills and delights me, oh no
Its just the nearness of you
It isnt your sweet conversation
That brings this sensation, oh no
Its just the nearness of you
When youre in my arms and I feel you so close to me
All my wildest dreams come true
I need no soft lights to enchant me
If youll only grant me the right
To hold you ever so tight
And to feel in the night the nearness of you
Just great; wow. RIP Mike Orta.
I Love the Fabulous "Nichole Henry".You can Sure "Sing A Song"!
What absolute crap Now listen to Bob Mannings rendering
Steve...you know I love you right,,,?
Thanks for all you are and all you mean to me
Nicole
Class
The pianist that played her was Mike Orta, whom has unfortunately passed away.... I managed to take some classes with him for a few months prior. He was very ill, however. His left hande was eventually immobilized.. poor guy. Rip, I will miss him...
The world lost an angel when we lost Mike Orta. I miss him!
going up to the A-flat at 4:38. just incredible!!
Precioso
EXCELENTE
thank you so much...means a lot to read your message. HOpe I can ever meet you and have you se us live ;)
In SHanghai now, Madrid Nov 18-24? Japan Nov 28-Dec 9...sFL (where I live)?
be well!!!
ПОЧЕМУ ДОЛИНА НАДРЫВАЕТСЯ ИСПОЛНЯЯ ТАКИЕ КОМПОЗИЦИИ, А НИКОЛЬ ТАКАЯ ДУШЕВНАЯ И ПРОНИКНОВЕННАЯ - ТАКАЯ ЛАПОЧКА...
was this performed at TOKIA build.?
It has been removed without explanation. A shame. Who knows....
Mike's great huh?
Check him out on some of my other videos from Valentine's Day...(What a little Moonlight Can Do) and All the Things You Are &...soemthing else... but look out!
Thanks Again John
Nicole ;)
marlou jazz j aime bocou
MIKE ORTA!!! Great isn't he...?
if you play the same melody over and over, you begin to play variations on it.
if you sing a song again and again, the lyrics tend to shift as well.
also, nerves may play a factor. In any case, it doesn't detract from the beauty of this rendition.
mike orta?... its a monster on that piano!!!!
@nikisings Sorry, I didn't mean to anal.
I do think you should be noted with the other greats like Diane Reeves and Carmen McRae just to name a few. I really mean that.
OK - OK. This is one of my favorite songs, so here it is:
@ 0:50 you say, "condensation" when it's supposed to be "conversation" and
@ 1:37 you're singing the word "hiledist ??" were you going for "highest" or "wildest" or you weren't sure at the time ?
Mind you, this doesn't take away from the fact that your an exceptional singer ... and a seriously fine fox.
Had to add the fox part because being a man, it's the very first thing I noticed.
Bb...
that tune usually takes about two mintues to sing.... as sung it would constitute about 1/4 of set. :) ...nice job though!
Was you married back deen?
Ugh!
Nicole a saw you in Queretaro, México, in Octuber "Otoño festival de la Cultura 2007" that show was incredible, and you gave us that a beatiful Gift to help a many people suffered flood in Tabasco. I´m scream to very stronge "We love you Nicole"!!!!!, I don´t know do you remember that moment, but for me I never forget this beatiful night,I wrote the note for the Radio Universidad about your concert, thank you for beatiful voice, that was amaizing, honestly!!!!!