The Story of 'The Carnival Is Over' by The Seekers - 1965-2019
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- Опубликовано: 28 сен 2024
- Judith Durham & the Boys in 2019, telling the story of their third in a string of sixties hits, with studio & live performances recorded over 49 years. You can find the complete performances on my channel:-
1, Clips from the 1968 live version, from 'Farewell The Seekers'
2,3 The 1965 single, as performed on Top Of The Pops in 1965 and their 1968 Australian TV Special (available on the 'Legendary TV Specials' DVD)
4, 2000, live on Channel 5's 'Open House'
5, 2014, live at the Royal Albert Hall UK Farewell concert
The Melbourne concert from their 2013/4 farewell tour is also available on DVD, visit www.theseekers.... for details & news.
More videos from Judith and The Seekers on the playlists below:
Best of the 60s in stereo: • The Seekers - I'll Nev...
Gospel & Inspirational favourites: • Judith Durham / The Se...
Reunion Performances: • The Seekers - I Am Aus...
Best of - Live 1999-2014: • Best of The Seekers Li...
The Seekers concluded their Golden Jubilee tour in New Zealand in November 2014, and Judith Durham began her farewell tour there in April 2016. Visit www.TheSeekers.... and judithdurham.com for more info and news, or join us on Facebook: / 99634296559
Official Facebook pages:
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Tears running now, that voice gets me every time I hear it. R.I.P. Judith. 06/08/22
i feel like a part of me is gone.
I totally understand. Tom Springfield, who wrote this song, and sings a bit at the beginning, also died, just a few days before Judith. The carnival is over and they loved until they died Thankfully for us, we still have their music and their love.
Amen to that…You have said it for me and for so many of us all…
ps I only discovered Bruce’s song « The Water is Wide… » just a few days ago …and quite impressed too…
One of the great voices ever! Simply beautiful.
The Seekers will always remind me of my childhood, and my Dad in particular, he loved the Seekers, and as a child I learned the lyrics of most of their songs and sang along to my favourites on my Dad’s LP’s. Dad passed away in 2010 aged 93, he had a church funeral, I chose the hymns for that. When it came to choosing songs for the cremation service, I chose Nana Mouskouri’s rendition of Schubert’s Ave Maria for the Start of the service as the mourners followed his coffin in. I knew Dad loved that particular version of the Ave Maria prayer, because he once told us he heard a little French girl singing it at Dunkirk after the evacuation. When it came to choosing a song or hymn for the end of the cremation service, as the coffin is drawn through the curtains, I struggled to thing of a suitable piece of music and told the funeral director I’d call him Monday. I’d forgotten all about it momentarily the next day, Saturday, then suddenly out of nowhere I could hear “The Carnival is Over” playing in my head! I couldn’t call my brother fast enough to tell him, he was in the pub with his friends after the football match and I had to shout it over the phone, but he agreed it was the perfect choice for Dad’s final goodbye!
I’d forgotten however, that the opening bars to the song are rather upbeat, and as the song began to play, the Priest caught my eye and gave me such a surprised look as if they’d played the wrong tape, then as he recognised the song he nodded and smiled with a look of relief on his face. It was the perfect send off for a wonderful man, and whenever I hear it I think of him and I know he loved my choice of a goodbye song! RIP Harry, I will love you till I die!
Ditto
Loved them since childhood when I heard the LPs played by my parents.
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Sad to hear that Judith Durham has passed away ,what a beautiful voice , will be missed ,A great group for Australia ♥️♥️♥️
Modesty and supreme talent. Lovely harmony - but the main ingredient was always lovely Judith.
Thanks for the memorys.
The world was was not perfect but better than today,
good afternoon my friend rich963 thanks for all the help here too
One of the best groups from the 60s. Never a hint of scandal, no egos, just full of sincerity. Their music still holds up today.
Lamento, Donna, desconocer la lengua inglesa. Pero pienso lo mismo que tu sobre the Seekers. Son insuperables. Además, se nota en cada uno de ellos una gran calidad personal. Se nota, pienso, que son buenas y saludables personas, en una actuación realizada el año pasado 2021. Son muy mayores, es evidente, pero son i actuan tan bien como siempre: se emocionan y emocionan. Para finalizar, Donna, te queria recomendar un grupo de los años 80, que actuaron hasta 2015: OSKORRI. Del País Vasco (España), cantan en lengua vasca. La calidad de las voces, son, creo, inferior a Seekers, pero son muy buenos músicos. Las canciones i los temas son muy originales. No se sabe todavia el origen de la lengua de los vascos (euskera). Algunos expertos creen que este pueblo lleva 30.000 años en aquella zona. Muchas gracias, Donna.
@@perecostalcarreras4825 Thank you for sharing! I appreciate it.
How true. There was something clean about them, and honest and true. Modern popular music simply doesn't measure up, does it. These days it seems to celebrate all that is smutty and evil and nobody can sing properly any more. I can't hear this song without shedding a tear. Judith and her golden, golden voice!
@@ShoshiPlatypus So true. The Seekers had talent. Many of the so-called "talents" today can't sing. They just shimmy and gyrate around the stage lip-synching. Judith Durham and Karen Carpenter had the purest voices. They didn't need a schtick.
@@donna7338 So true again, Donna. Not only can't they sing, but the lyrics celebrate Satan and everything immoral and disgusting. There are no melodies to speak of and the songs are not singable in the way they used to be - all of us could sing along with the Carpenters or the Seekers! They dress in unspeakable clothes and gyrate in a provocative way and there is nothing to commend them in any way. I have a friend who is a professional musician and she is sickened by it all and says that in order to get on in the music business today, you virtually have to sell your soul to the devil!
The beautiful,incomparable voice of Judith Durham...
It's mainly warmly liquid at the mid range, hinting at stability, confidence, and reassurance: think "though the carnival is over".
It sounds rich and complete at the base of her singing range, not tense not tight, leaving a feeling of parenthood, yea.
Listening to this voice singing is like being cradled.
Judith had a near-fatal brain hemorrhage in 2013, after a Seekers 50th-anniversary concert in Melbourne. Fortunately, someone realized right away that something was wrong, and got help to her in time. Some months after that, the following composed itself in my head, after I met an Australian girl at an open mike night. I sent it to Judith and got a reply from an aide that she was thrilled with it. The tune should be self-suggestive:
Hey there, Judith Durham
Leading up The Seekers through the years
You and all your mates gave us lots of fun
And memories too - then suddenly
Hey there, Judith Durham
You had quite the nasty scare that May
But your mates stood by you all the way
And you pulled right through
You ne’er were scared of changing and rearranging yourself
Nor scared of jumping down from the shelf
More than a little bit
Hey there, Judith Durham
You had quite the rocky road ahead
But you brought out all the strength you hid
And, oh, what a change there's been
The world has seen a new Judith Durham
Judith's voice is as clear as the purest spring! Simply wonderful! A wonderful phenomenon!
The Carnival Is Over breaks me every time. Judith's voice...
Listening to the Seekers revealed my emotional side I thought had been lost forever.
Bless you!!
Me too. Brings it back.
I am in my mid fifties now, and i remember these records being played on the radio in the early 70's, she was so beautiful not only in looks and so charming but a voice of the gods. The whole band was true talent and stands the test of time.. And i am sure that in 200 years or more from now people will still be looking on in awe. God bless you for the music.
"I'd like The Seekers to be remembered as a group who brought some joy and light into people's lives..." "I hope our music over the years has given people a sense of place and belonging..." "....I just want us to be remembered and the music to be treasured...." Well, I for one am proud and grateful that I grew up - along with so many - with this wonderful music. I will treasure it until my carnival is over.
I still have my late brother's LP album "The Best of the Seekers" in my collection to this day. I'm listening to it as I write. So beautiful.
Still as beautiful and emotional as it was when first released. RIP Judith 🌼
Judith had a voice of an angel wish I had a time machine.
Her voice held up so much better than many other girl singers of the time, but we should all listen to the early Seekers now and again to experience the true wonder of her voice
The voice of an angel? The voice of a GODDESS.
I'm working on the time machine and it's nearly finished. I have only one thing to ask of you once I give it to you: Please take me with you!
SHE STILL HAS
We choke….It is but always…that ghastly Greek god Chronos…damn him! Would that we could all live on forever and never to die….
Chronos you, who for even Grief knows not why, cease eating your own children! What the hell is wrong with you?
Legendary group, unique sound , and Judith's voice has hardly changed over the years. The Seekers will be remembered as long as humans live on planet earth.
I still cry when I listen to them and I'm 64 years old. God bless
Me too! Seeing Judith was my first love for sure, had this twisting feeling in my tummy not really knowing what it was, I was 10 at the time, still, love them all to bits.
Me too
Me three
I love these songs.
Me too, and I am 72 years young
JudIth Durham goodbye, but the Seeker's songs will live on for generations to come. Your voice is amazing and do not age. I bought my first Seekers 33LP record back in 1975, Love all the titles. Gone but not forgotten by many. R.I.P, Judith and my condolences to the remaining Seekers and all Seeker's family.
My husband sang this song to me. Not all of it but some lines. We were so young. I’m 78 now and he has passed on 30 years ago. But I still remember. The carnival left me 30 years ago.
Fabulous thank you.
And 50 years later The Seekers and especially Judith Durham were STILL Incredible!!!
0:29, dear Judith. That is still what happens today. I love Judith voice and her perfection, I love the harmony in this song, and maybe this is why, even now after all those years people still have tears.
As one once wrote this is the most beautiful sad song ever.
I can not talk for other people, but I love this song so much, but each time I hear it Niagara Falls comes to my eyes. Thank you for your music The Seekers, thank You for the beautiful voice hearing Judith.
R.I.P.
The seekers spent a lot of time in the UK in the sixes when I hear this song with such text me back to a time in when everything seemd beautiful and innocent times we love the seekers 💕♥️🎶. One thing there will never be forgotten xx
8.55Athol Guy puts it into perspective,I just want the Serkers and the music to be remembered,thank you for all the songs,the music will never die.👍👍
Magic!
The 60's was the decade of the best songs
Thank you for the post. Judith's voice brings tears to my eyes. Great group. 01/2021
first time i heardthe seekers was when i was 9 years old on a fm station in Erie pa it blew me away it was never find another you will never forget the angelic voice of Judith. now she is gone the song makes me cry hard Judith where ever you are you are loved here in Canada RIP
People will be listening to their music 500+ years from now.
The Seeker's sound is their own. Music to be proud of.
You Seekers Men, fantastic musicians, will be remembered and your music is still played here in USA 10/8/2022. Thank you. We miss Judith too but your hearts were special for her & only you can understand.
Judith has a wonderfull voice, so smooth and nice.
Boys you don't know or can't imagine how much Joy You four have given this old Man who was aboard the fairsky and got hooked
She was so so beautiful (1968) and ably supported by these accompanying talented fine looking male Musicians. Their music will live on and on and. ......
The Seekers were just great. They sang well written, melodic songs in a timeless, joyous way. Remember this was at a time when ANYONE with talent had a shot unlike now. The Beatles, The Stones, Cream, Jimi Hendrix, The Move, The Kinks, and the wonderful Seekers.
I remember it took me two and a half years to order the sheet music for this song. I finally got it in 1971. I still have and play it today. This and I'll never find another you along with I Am Australian are all classics. It's surprised me through the years how many DJs never heard this song and fall in love with it immediately and add it to their closing act once they hear it. I played this at my mom's memorial service. I always think of my mom and dad on the Greeley campus where they met. Best song ever
Beautiful song
Judith said it, "Our music is timeless." I couldn't agree more. I can't get enough. Such incredible harmonies.
Guys, thanks for sharing your great talent with us over the years. Your songs have added a lot of joy to my life.
Such beauty both internally and externally. Stunning!
Listening today..happy happy memories watching
..last tv appearance in uk with my wife...
I still love your songs
Hi, how are you doing and how was your day. I'm Patti from Long Beach, CA. just looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here... Nice to meet you.
I will till my dying days cherish the voices of these four artists and will continue to share their music with all those who have touched my life
Thank you Richard. You are appreciated.
My very first record for my brand new Dansette viva + - still listen to it on my phone! such a wonderful group.❤
We all will love Judith till we die. Am crying again.
After all these year's she still has the voice ,💏💖👍💖💏😘,since I wrote this 2 months ago,Judith passed away on August 6th 2022,rest in peace Judith ,amen,you may be gone but your not forgotten,God bless you, I will always love you till the day I die, 😘💓💖🌈☀🌸🌈🌹
I just watched the documentary on the abc tonight. I was putting on my shoes to go shopping when the show came on. Needless to say I was late going shopping. Such a talent, even into her 70's doing their tour. Amazing
i was a kid in the 60s and it was an incredible time for music. this was always one of my favourites and remains very much so to this day.
God give her a voice that makes me feel very emotional. As a American I want to thank God for the person that she was.
Well this is wonderful song is proof that you don’t now what you have until it’s gone!
Judith had a voice like I have never heard.
The Seekers' music was a muse for me while in Vietnam amid the raucousness of war and rock-and-roll it was timeless and pure something impossible to grasp in war...
SPECIAL to hear this, thank you. Caroline & Golden Bruce xxx
Thank you rich963 for this stunningly beautiful presentation.
So many people in Britain loved her and are so sad at her passing. she and the Seekers where our music I was a folky and still am for many years.
Thank you, seekers, for pure class!
5.August 2022 - Goodbye, Judith, You`re my Star.
How could anyone vote this down. Such wonderful musical memories from my childhood.
Only a troll or someone with poor or lacking musical taste.
Probably used to listening to RAP with all the profanity and racism.
@@raulsaavedraviolante4350 You are so RIGHT ,
Perhaps they were a bit disappointed with the actual video - the title promises "The story of The Carnival is Over" whereas it's really just a collection of clips of people saying what a great song it is...
Accidental clicks, people are using all sorts of devices in all sorts of situations - accidents happen.
Excellence! One of the all time best if not the best group ever.
Rich, thank you for this gem.
The joy of beautiful music. 2021 and beyond.
My goodness, but she was tiny! Where did she hide that enormous voice and talent? Thank you, Judith and the Seekers for the many hours spent in joy and sadness listening to your unique performances. ♥4VR
What a fitting song for the human race and all we lost this past year...
Just going to add, Love you guys and the music so much. What a voice.
thank you for posting these great hits and moments that move love, people and time
There’s never been a better song. I must say, the sociopaths that gave this documentary a thumbs down concern me.
The Seekers group only come once in a lifetime. I became a fan 57 years ago. Tipperary Town Ireland 🇮🇪
Unfortunately we seem to be living through a time where the negative people seem to have the loudest voices. But that is just that, a moment in time. Fortunately history have taught us that the good always triumph in the end. The Donald Trumps of this world will be consigned to history as losers. But it is up to us to show them that `You get a lot more with honey than with Vinger ' The Seekers will be with us for as long as the good prevail. My only regret is I never got to see and hear the Seekers in real life. But I will have their music to inspire me. And that type of inspiration is timeless. Seamus Tipperary Town Ireland 🇮🇪
@Leon Erin I have no wish to get into an argument with you. This seekers site and the comments expressed by all are a sign that truth /honesty/integrity is still alive. Those who in courage dishonesty /violence/alternative facts and wish the weak to live in the their world. What would you call that? I call that wrong and yes it is a from of evil. Good will always struggle against the ones who shout the loudest with wrong in their hearts. But you know what? Their is more good in the world and in the end will always triumph over the miss guided. I will leave you with this,,,,,, evil only wins when others remain silent. So with that I will leave you and return to the world of hope and listening to the Seekers always brings me hope and a smile and even a tear or two.
@Leon Erin Leon you are obviously more political than I am and for me to express comments on such a matter I would quickly find myself out of my depth. I will however acknowledge that a lot of what you express I find myself in agreement with. However two wrongs don't and never will be a justification for those who wish to undermine our fragile democracy. I also find this discussion a little surreal as for me being on a comment page such as this is somewhat out of character for me. My reading of message and I maybe wrong,,, that you are a defender of Donald Trump. I on the other hand would never endorse one that attempts to undermine and destroy democracy by encouraging violence and alternative facts. Leon allow me to end on this, while I don't think you and I will become lifelong buddies, I will acknowledge that your comments were presented in a very respectful manner and at no stage strayed into the twilight zone. So perhaps you and I are not that different and the fact that you obviously enjoy the music of the Seekers is a positive note to end on.
I would have responded sooner but I was unable to locate your name. I have never been on anything like this and once I submitt this I will once again return to not knowing how to locate you. So you are safe. This dinasour will now sign off
Like Mary Travers Judith voice is iconic!
The carnival is over o brings back memories of the summer of my young days ,I've no regrets on aging ,😘👍💖💏
Super!!!! Thanks for sharing.
Rip Judith. A great talent singing a timeless classic.
Always loved this song, absolutely beautiful so poignant so emotional ….. 😔😌❤️🎶🎸🎤🎹🥁💞💕
Rest easy, Judith.
A great group , fantastic songs and more importantly nice people 👌🏻
Excellent job Rich.I would love it if they did a video narrative of their songs as a commplement to their 50 yr book retrospective
Such a moving song always. Now that Tom and Judith are both gone, it transcends time. It's like they will always be here as long as this song is heard in videos like this. Thank you so much for compiling this!
Rest in peace, Judith. The carnival is over, but we'll love you till we die.
Rest in Peace Judith. The carnival carries on in our memories of you ❤️
Like a drum, my heart was beating / And your kiss was sweet as wine... That line gets me every time.
Such a brilliant band,wish they were still around.
Brilliant presentation Rich! But as far as the Seekers are concerned - we wouldn't expect anything less from you! Cheers Tiger.
Thanks Tiger, much appreciated!
Judith said she will love me 'til she died.
Judith, tonight 6th August 2022, I will love you 'til I die.
Rest in peace
Folk meets pop. And done so well.
Loved them then, still love them now.
Wonderful!
Diese Frau ist bewundernswert. Ebenso die gesamte Band. Es ist wunderschön, mit diesem Lied durch die Zeiten zu gehen
My mother loved this song, couldn't listen to it as it made her cry.
So they cleverly decided to say goodbye in a song for the next 30 years!
Good ! God bless them all!
I often wonder if any of the members of The Seekers ever realised that together and only together they created a heavenly choir lead by Judith which is calling us home
My favourite group from the sixties fantastic❤️🥰👏👏👍
So beautiful
She really was a beautiful woman with a awesome voice. RIP Sad that "The Carnival Really is Over"
Didn't know her. I do now. Beautiful. Voice. Forever fan!
Rest in peace Judith God bless you amen,the carnival is over and I'll always remember you till the day I die,you may be gone but your not forgotten,🌈🌸🌹💖🙏💓🌈🌹
Me too. 😥😥💔💔
Perfect, absolutely perfect
Beautiful. Bittersweet
Hi Rich!
Love Judith and the boys, fabulous music they made.
I shall be uploading three of their songs on my channel shortly. Thanks for sharing this...Winston.
Hi, how are you doing and how was your day. I'm Patti from Long Beach, CA. just looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here... Nice to meet you.
Mach´s gut Judith Durham, R.I.P. Jetzt wirst du mit den Engeln singen...
Beautiful song wonderful band.
She was a beautiful woman with a beautiful voice.
The Seekers will live on forever.