God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen | Low Bass Singer Cover

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  • Опубликовано: 10 фев 2025
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    Thanks for watching this somewhat lower version of "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen". It's one of my all time favorite carols. I Appreciate all of you! Tidings of Comfort and Joy, everyone!
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    RELEVANT HASHTAGS #Christmas #Carols #Bass #GeoffCastellucci
    Arranged, Produced, Filmed, Performed, and Edited by Geoff Castellucci
    Production Manager: Kathy Castellucci
    Mix Engineer: Ed Boyer
    Lighting Design: Eli Jacobson
    Filmed at Pattycake Productions Studio - / pattycakestudiospace
    This is most likely going to be my last public video of 2021. Thank you to all of you who have subscribed, liked, commented, and supported throughout the year - Hugs and high-fives to all of you! Have a safe and happy holiday and I'll see you in 2022!

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  • @jacklinka2347
    @jacklinka2347 3 года назад +6450

    Imagine a Gothic cathedral in the middle of the night, completely dark and empty; then your suddenly hear an old clavichord and rusty bells starting to play by themselves and the low nice bass starting to sing out of nowhere. The St.Elmo lights are winking from side to side and this ghostly dark but extremely nice voice is singing and echoed back from the high cathedral ceiling vaults.
    It's singing the old carol, older than the cathedral itself, older than its bells, equal in age to the oldest of ghosts.
    The carol is ending in an earthy low note, lower and deeper than its dungeons. This note remains underneath forever, bouncing from the old walls and repeated by all the underchurch inhabitants.

    • @youtubingjaguar5082
      @youtubingjaguar5082 3 года назад +224

      That's such a good image! ;)

    • @jacklinka2347
      @jacklinka2347 3 года назад +136

      @@youtubingjaguar5082 Thank.you! The arrangement and magical singing, and the lights here are playing with my mind :)

    • @youtubingjaguar5082
      @youtubingjaguar5082 3 года назад +87

      @@jacklinka2347 it's a great image, and I'm going to borrow it for later use. ;)

    • @jacklinka2347
      @jacklinka2347 3 года назад +71

      @@youtubingjaguar5082 You can borrow whatever you need!

    • @youtubingjaguar5082
      @youtubingjaguar5082 3 года назад +43

      @@wowguy1243 I can too, and I love it!

  • @SounderMom31
    @SounderMom31 10 месяцев назад +70

    This is one of my favorite songs and THIS is my favorite rendition of it going forward. Absolutely beautiful, amazing, fantastic. Totally made my day finding this video today. THANK YOU. Much love and respect from Germany ❤

  • @KileyWillow
    @KileyWillow 11 месяцев назад +39

    This the best version of the song ever rewritten I am OBSESSED Great job

  • @raydunakin
    @raydunakin Год назад +54

    I wish I could give this another like every December!

  • @Gretchen_G
    @Gretchen_G 3 года назад +2176

    Hey Geoff, you know how much we all appreciate you, right? Because we really really do. A whole lot. 💙

    • @laneptrsn
      @laneptrsn 3 года назад +56

      Truth

    • @fox577577
      @fox577577 3 года назад +44

      Absolutely true!

    • @mamadragon2151
      @mamadragon2151 3 года назад +43

      So much!!!

    • @GeoffCastellucci
      @GeoffCastellucci  3 года назад +480

      I appreciate YOU!

    • @mamadragon2151
      @mamadragon2151 3 года назад +60

      @@GeoffCastellucci Sorry, had to take advantage while (maybe) your still around to say, Hi!! And to Send you all our love from Canada🇨🇦

  • @MegaSunny2007
    @MegaSunny2007 11 месяцев назад +19

    I love the way his hands play and his vocal range is incredible

  • @TheStupendium
    @TheStupendium 3 года назад +1573

    This may be your best yet.
    The way you take what is normally such a simple melody and twist and layer it into something that is both familiar and enchanting is wonderful. This will be on repeat for some time!

    • @calebf6037
      @calebf6037 3 года назад +29

      Wow I didn’t expect to see you here. And I would most definitely agree with you

    • @Klespyrian
      @Klespyrian 3 года назад +4

      Couldn't have said it any better!

    • @nijatxaliyev
      @nijatxaliyev 3 года назад

      Hi guys. I made a Cover Mashup of Ava Max - EveryTime I Cry, SCOOP, Let Them Know, Rumors, LALISA and more ruclips.net/video/Kj4is9WsXSE/видео.html
      Hope you like it

    • @samuelparchment1908
      @samuelparchment1908 3 года назад +13

      It’s always a blast seeing people you’re a fan of be fans of other people you’re fans of.

    • @Shwabadi
      @Shwabadi 3 года назад +16

      Oh hello Stupes, what a pleasant surprise in the comment section

  • @thehawkinator
    @thehawkinator 3 года назад +378

    I love it when Geoff and his three twin brothers get together and release a banger

    • @FelineFurKin
      @FelineFurKin 2 года назад +16

      😁

    • @bruno5336
      @bruno5336 2 года назад +11

      Lol😂🔥

    • @Pensive_Pauper
      @Pensive_Pauper 2 месяца назад +8

      That third brother is such a diva! Did you notice how he hogged the camera?

    • @AMC1623
      @AMC1623 Месяц назад

      I hate to sound dumb, but are they brothers? Quadruplets? Quintuplets? I thought it was camera work where he multiplied himself and re-recorded himself several times to make it seem there was more than one. Which is it?

    • @Pensive_Pauper
      @Pensive_Pauper Месяц назад

      @@AMC1623 pssst. *takes arm and walks to the side so no one hears. Pats arm supportively.*
      Your right. That's the joke.

  • @kelliepatrick519
    @kelliepatrick519 Год назад +231

    Conducter: Which part do you sing?
    Geoff: Yes.

  • @waynewhisnand6157
    @waynewhisnand6157 3 года назад +744

    I never was proud of my lower register when i was growing up. I always wanted to sing high like the rock and metal singers I listened to. Now though, I'm proud of my bass range and almost all of the credit goes to this guy. Thank you, Geoff, for helping me realize that being a bass is cool.

    • @GeoffCastellucci
      @GeoffCastellucci  3 года назад +371

      I always wanted to be a rock tenor, too. The only reason being a bass is "cool" now is because of folks like you. These videos could just as easily get 6 views and go completely unnoticed. Thank you for being here!

    • @idaengest4069
      @idaengest4069 3 года назад +67

      @@GeoffCastellucci my impression (also from my own standpoint) alot of people find deeper voices calming, comforting, and safe. So I think that those who come over basses that feel that way will like bass covers like this one, and the rest just wont bother. Hope this comment made sense, I just felt like I had to throw it in there from my standpoint as a woman ❤

    • @joyfulyes
      @joyfulyes 3 года назад +31

      @@idaengest4069 I have to agree with you about calming, comforting, and safe. That's a major part of the draw for me. Geoff also has a warmth, ease, and joy in his tone that can't be faked. I say that about all the singers in VoicePlay too, but it's the combination of that and bass range for me.

    • @idaengest4069
      @idaengest4069 3 года назад +7

      @@joyfulyes Glad im not the only one who thinks that 🥰

    • @SeliahK
      @SeliahK 3 года назад +40

      @Wayne I am one who has always, ALWAYS preferred the richness of a good bass voice over any of the higher voices. A good bass voice will literally give me the chills and make me shiver. I freaking love it. It's a beautiful, warm, earthy sound that I have always been drawn to, and it always elicits a visceral response from me when I hear it. Yes, there's a safe and comforting quality to it, but for me it's that earthy rumble. Geoff's voice also manages to carry a gentleness in it, even in his lowest sub notes without losing the earthquake rumble. And that is just completely enchanting for me.
      There's a place and time for the higher voices, too. There is. And I do also enjoy them as well. But for me, nothing quite compares to the velvet wrapped in honey of a good bass. :)
      I'm a female low contralto, so I sing basically the tenor range (but being female, I don't have that lovely tenor bright AND full timbre). If i had a penny for every time I've been told to force my voice up into the alto range or that I "just can't sing" because my range is inconvenient for what they were doing, I'd have a mansion on a private island somewhere. LOL. I've tried to reach the alto range... I can't. Simply cannot do it without causing injury. Heck, some of the higher tenor range is hard for me to reach! I've had a much easier time coming to accept my voice as it is, since getting into the acapella groups over the last five years or so. Learning that people DO actually appreciate the whole range of voices, including those of us on the bottom ends of our respective voice groups, has gone a long, long way towards reigniting the actual desire to sing again.
      All this to say... you don't ever need to be ashamed or shy about your bass range. Take what nature endowed you with, care for it, and let it blossom. There is something a bass voice adds to music that no other voice type can. And it's the soul of the music; take the bass line out of anything, and all those higher voices leave you with a piece of music that sounds empty and hollow.

  • @HelplessTeno
    @HelplessTeno 3 года назад +465

    Geoff seems way more comfortable within his vocal range than he used to be. Awesome to see him constantly improve, as hard as it is to imagine him getting any better.

  • @rja1165
    @rja1165 2 года назад +1131

    When you want to sing a beautiful carol, but you can't help being a pirate from the darkest seas.

    • @Watergardengirl
      @Watergardengirl 2 года назад +9

      😂

    • @elizabethtowers1166
      @elizabethtowers1166 2 года назад +5

      🤣 👍🏻

    • @kimmimcknight3417
      @kimmimcknight3417 2 года назад +30

      Avast, ye merry gentlemen...aaarrrr, mateys! 😂🏴‍☠🎄🤣

    • @LadyElina1
      @LadyElina1 2 года назад +5

      Sexy Greek god pirate! 😆

    • @petebeckham8562
      @petebeckham8562 2 года назад +10

      Genuine LOL at that matey matey. Thanks for cheering me up!! I'm having a bad day but not so bad now!

  • @rhov-anion
    @rhov-anion Год назад +348

    As an English and etymology nerd, the fact that he rhymed "mind" and "wind" in the original Middle English pronunciation just warms my heart. The "Great Vowel Shift" messed up English lyrics, poetry, and Shakespearean dirty jokes. Also, you can see just how much he loves this song, and I don't blame him. This and "Oh Holy Night" are my favorite Christmas songs. What a great arrangement.

    • @blitzpianist
      @blitzpianist Год назад +17

      epic point, more etymology here though, it is O Holy Night :). "O" and "Oh" have different meanings. i can edxplain more if u want

    • @anna-a33
      @anna-a33 Год назад +6

      ​@@blitzpianistI'd like to hear it!🙋‍♀️

    • @blitzpianist
      @blitzpianist Год назад +35

      @@anna-a33allrighty
      ok so oh is generally used as a sign of exclamation or awe, whilst O is actually a call out to or cry out. As in O Lord i cry to you versus Oh wow that is amazing.
      its not a crazy difference and O is rarely used anymore, but if you wanna be correct O is used in these terms \o/

    • @AndyZach
      @AndyZach Год назад +9

      Yes, as a middle-schooler as I read and learned Shakespeare, I tried to always rhyme his couplets: love and prove, wind and mind. I figured I should stick to the original pronunciation. Not everyone liked that.

    • @angelamaryquitecontrary4609
      @angelamaryquitecontrary4609 Год назад +6

      ​@@blitzpianistI think 'O' is one of the last few modern usages of the vocative case, whereas 'Oh!' is an ejaculation, as we were taught in the olden days of my schooling. I believe Latin was still considered a modern language, then.

  • @annoyingthing6238
    @annoyingthing6238 3 года назад +2735

    Alternate Title: God Rest Ye Merry GeoffreyMen

    • @joyfulyes
      @joyfulyes 3 года назад +61

      That's great!

    • @kingcruseder4737
      @kingcruseder4737 3 года назад +67

      The best comment

    • @GeoffCastellucci
      @GeoffCastellucci  3 года назад +435

      🤣

    • @codyheiner3636
      @codyheiner3636 3 года назад +77

      Nah, Geoff Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
      The accurate substitution ;)

    • @lindathetford3776
      @lindathetford3776 3 года назад +20

      @@GeoffCastellucci I would love to hear you sing old toy trains by toby Keith you'll nail it I love your voice! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @patriot9455
    @patriot9455 Месяц назад +38

    We have a dearly beloved cat who went into the dying process. His breathing was labored and difficult, we played God rest ye merry Gentlemen with him in my wife's lap. The last sound he heard was you singing this song. I checked him after the song was over, his chest was still, his eyes fixed and his race was run. I like to think he was welcomed with that song. Thank you for being a part that brought him some comfort in his last moments on Earth.

    • @daniellerostaing1467
      @daniellerostaing1467 Месяц назад

      and you were in control. as a parent why did you put him to sleep? but no, you wanted to see him suffer, as you grieved for him! I hope you don,t have kids!

    • @daniellerostaing1467
      @daniellerostaing1467 Месяц назад

      sorry why did you NOT put him to sleep?

    • @patriot9455
      @patriot9455 Месяц назад +1

      @@daniellerostaing1467 He desperately wanted hugs, so we kept him on our laps. The vet has a week out for an appointment.

    • @daniellerostaing1467
      @daniellerostaing1467 Месяц назад

      @@patriot9455 ok

    • @instinctjones8008
      @instinctjones8008 Месяц назад

      And ironically I've got a very weak kitten in my lap right now who I'm hoping to help come back right now as I listen to this one.

  • @teresa_meow
    @teresa_meow 3 года назад +394

    Who needs a choir when you can just be the choir. Damn. This was so beautiful!!

  • @Mangoat101
    @Mangoat101 3 года назад +447

    I am in absolute awe. My grandfather was a bass singer and he actually sang me and my brothers this song in a very low voice when we wanted to sleep. You bring my grandfather's voice back from the dead and it is an absolute gift. Please keep doing what you are doing.

    • @Mangoat101
      @Mangoat101 3 года назад +16

      May I add that, Geoff, is absolutely drippin 🥵

    • @sherwoodva3834
      @sherwoodva3834 3 года назад

      I love it, but where are the captions?

    • @Mangoat101
      @Mangoat101 3 года назад

      @@sherwoodva3834 wdym

  • @lisamrb4620
    @lisamrb4620 2 месяца назад +18

    What an incredible voice! An immense gift from “The Lord God Almighty!” …just simply amazing!

  • @PeterBarber
    @PeterBarber 3 года назад +777

    Fantastic job, Geoff -- such creativity and nuance thrown into a song as old as time. I really appreciate you putting your own spin on it 👏

    • @GeoffCastellucci
      @GeoffCastellucci  3 года назад +134

      Thanks!

    • @scottbenda9931
      @scottbenda9931 2 года назад +5

      May the vocal gods continue to bless us all (bass voices) with such inspiration

  • @indecx1878
    @indecx1878 3 года назад +327

    Low Notes:
    0:00 - B1 Chest
    0:09 - B1 Chest
    0:15 - C2 B1 Chest (Background)
    0:33 - C2 B1 Chest (Background)
    0:39 - B1 Chest
    1:06 - A1 Chest
    1:15 - D2 Chest
    1:20 - B1 Chest
    2:05 - B1 Chest
    2:19 - A1 Chest? (breathy)
    2:32 - B1 Chest
    2:40 - D2 Chest (Slide down to around A1-B1)
    2:45 - C2 B1 Chest
    2:53 - B1 Chest
    3:11 - B1 Chest, E1 Subharmonic

    • @temeuntum
      @temeuntum 3 года назад +8

      Thanks dude!

    • @jackfishbock5102
      @jackfishbock5102 3 года назад +5

      There was more then 1 sub.

    • @mamadragon2151
      @mamadragon2151 3 года назад +1

      Thank you!

    • @indecx1878
      @indecx1878 3 года назад +4

      @@jackfishbock5102 When? Sorry, I don't hear any more

    • @artfun92
      @artfun92 3 года назад

      I am sorry I am Geoff’s big fans too. Would need you help me to list out the Tomi P latest video “ sweet dream “ 🙈🙈🙈

  • @thesuperjacobshow8151
    @thesuperjacobshow8151 Месяц назад +54

    His voice is "biblically accurate" angelic.

  • @scottryan6279
    @scottryan6279 2 года назад +449

    Geoff truly has an amazing vocal range. An incredible singer. as a single or in a group.

    • @scottryan6279
      @scottryan6279 2 года назад +9

      thanks for the like

    • @DarthTwilight
      @DarthTwilight 2 года назад +1

      I wanna see his whole nasopharynx on a scope, like with Tom Thumb.

  • @rootedlifehomestead122
    @rootedlifehomestead122 3 года назад +431

    Love his low bass tones... and the fact that he can go up to a tenor... impressive

    • @florencesteinlaender4489
      @florencesteinlaender4489 2 года назад +1

      Incredible but true I'm crying for more 😢

    • @scottishcommie1912
      @scottishcommie1912 2 года назад +3

      Its called baritone

    • @elanorthefair1091
      @elanorthefair1091 2 года назад +3

      A lot of bass singers have crazy wide ranges! I'm super jealous!

    • @maxdoles5806
      @maxdoles5806 2 года назад +2

      @@scottishcommie1912 He moves between bass, baritone, and tenor.

    • @deanmarion5477
      @deanmarion5477 Год назад

      Let’s called him: The golden basstenor tones, that is own name of his his low bass singer covers.

  • @nicolstarkey1378
    @nicolstarkey1378 11 месяцев назад +18

    THIS IS THE BEST MALE SINGER EVER. HE IS MY FAVORITE!!!!

  • @LQOTW
    @LQOTW Год назад +44

    First time hearing Geoff Castellucci - I heard that all the way to my toes. Wow.

    • @adelucas4824
      @adelucas4824 8 месяцев назад +3

      Geoff has that effect on people

  • @ThePamAnne
    @ThePamAnne Год назад +14

    I love listening to this over and over. Not only is it one of my favorite carols but it reminds me of my childhood. My father was a bass baritone and every year the whole family would gather around the piano and singe Christmas carols. That was 60 years ago. He's been gone for nearly 40 years now but I'll never forget.

  • @RyanRanney
    @RyanRanney 2 месяца назад +16

    It is not an easy task to express "comfort and joy" coming from the Bass register! WOW you were able to capture the uplifting and welcoming ideal of the song perfectly! Great Job Geoff!

  • @GeorgeCollier
    @GeorgeCollier 3 года назад +124

    ooooooh that picardy third was beautiful

    • @dannyred7827
      @dannyred7827 3 года назад +7

      I expected you would be here. Seems I was right.

    • @lunabeekhuizen8858
      @lunabeekhuizen8858 3 года назад +4

      It's you!! :D

    • @mr_squid1980
      @mr_squid1980 3 года назад +3

      You should do a transcription if you can, would be cool to visualize the harmonies

    • @dianeaishamonday9125
      @dianeaishamonday9125 2 года назад

      Fancy seeing you here!! I love your channel!

  • @dorisdonnell8791
    @dorisdonnell8791 3 года назад +81

    When days get dark, know this: people from all over the world love and appreciate you for your amazing talent, your phenomenal voice, and your great personality! Thank you for being you! Blessings to you and your loved ones! ♥️

  • @amandakuhn2327
    @amandakuhn2327 Месяц назад +7

    I am filled with awe at the gift of Geoff's voice range.

  • @kaleighhenderson7354
    @kaleighhenderson7354 3 года назад +104

    Geoff's voice brings me all the comfort and joy I could ever need. 😊❄️

  • @gewuerzgurkeev
    @gewuerzgurkeev 3 года назад +498

    We all know that Geoff's singing is out of this world, BUT
    The rhythm in this is extraordinary! The mix of swing and straight phrases is amazing!
    I always love his arrangements from a harmonical view (and of course the bass... And the subharmonics), but this one shows that Geoff's musical ability stretches so far beyond that! Just.... Awesome!
    Amazing Job!!

    • @gewuerzgurkeev
      @gewuerzgurkeev 3 года назад +7

      I know all decisions were deliberate, and I just want to praise him for that.
      I hope, that Geoff reads the original comment - so he knows his efforts are appreciated! :)
      Even if he does not react to my comment in any way.... It is enough that he might read it :)

    • @spiritofthewinds9089
      @spiritofthewinds9089 3 года назад +5

      Hätte ich nicht besser ausdrücken können

  • @Atlas_P_Body
    @Atlas_P_Body 2 года назад +76

    Wow!! His vocal range is... There are no words to describe how amazing it is. Just... Wow.

  • @Chibihugs
    @Chibihugs 3 года назад +141

    This is such an excellent version of a great Christmas song. Oh the beautiful harmonies of the Geof-tet. I can't wait to add it to my holiday playlist.

  • @rainbowunicornnun
    @rainbowunicornnun 3 года назад +73

    I want an entire Christmas album sung by Geoff 😮 what a voice, it's so soothing, like a lullaby, so gentle on the ears, no fatigue from listening at all (I can't handle high notes for too long...but low notes, all day every day, so nice on the ears).

  • @TopAnimeLoverEver
    @TopAnimeLoverEver 2 года назад +136

    I have been going through some really stressful shit, anxiety through the roof, heart pounding, brain fog, inability to focus, everything making me panic type of anxiety, can't even sleep but SO exhausted, not eating, starving but no appetite, yet when I came across this on my youtube feed, all that melted away. I have not felt this comforted in a while. Your voice feels like a weighted blanket in the most comforting way possible. Thank you for sharing this gift 💕

    • @huldradraco
      @huldradraco 2 года назад +8

      Geoff's voice really is like a warm, comforting and safe hug. I use his narrations several times a week to help me sleep, they are so soothing and relaxing to listen to ❤❤

    • @2nd_Exodus
      @2nd_Exodus 2 года назад

      ruclips.net/video/EWcj30jESPk/видео.html

    • @mariacombs6580
      @mariacombs6580 2 года назад +4

      You may want to l ook into HPA axis dysfunction/adrenal fatigue symptoms.

    • @pegialberts2997
      @pegialberts2997 2 года назад +7

      His extraordinary lows vibrate right to my soul. So beautiful.

    • @kimmimcknight3417
      @kimmimcknight3417 2 года назад +4

      @@pegialberts2997 Geoff's lows get me right in the feels! **Shivers** I get goosebumps of delight every single time.

  • @TheOriginalMaudlin
    @TheOriginalMaudlin 3 года назад +42

    No matter how many times I see these, my brain still cannot wrap around the amazingness that is Geoff's range. It insists that it's someone else singing even while watching Geoff do it.

  • @lexxboyer6016
    @lexxboyer6016 3 года назад +43

    This arrangement is kind of haunting in its own way and utterly amazing, Geoff displays his prowess with arrangement management very well and never disappoints

  • @arcticyeti2528
    @arcticyeti2528 2 года назад +76

    More of this please.
    God has blessed you with a magnificent voice. Share it with the world.

  • @twikid4134
    @twikid4134 3 года назад +190

    What I most enjoy is that you don't just "perform". You project a song, with feelings, enjoyment and emotions. You put your heart and soul into your music and it shows. Everything I have heard you sing has left me awe struck. When I see you have a new video out, I know it's going to be great, and you never have failed me. You always finish a song, and I always wish it was longer. Thank you for sharing your music with the world. God Bless and Happy Holidays to you and your family.

    • @joyfulyes
      @joyfulyes 3 года назад +4

      I came here to say this. Geoff's joy in making music is what makes it magic. His warmth and personality just glow to both sight and hearing.
      Actually I think this is true for all the members of VoicePlay and especially in their musical alchemy together. I've loved everything of theirs that I've heard as well.

  • @APerson-zr4qd
    @APerson-zr4qd 3 года назад +32

    This guy made this song so much better. He added such a 'dangerous' feel to the song, while keeping the same merriness and displaying his vocal range. I had no idea Geoff could get better. and then he did

  • @joymed987
    @joymed987 Год назад +16

    Geoff's genius at arranging is front and center. If you need a detailed breakdown of why this is so amazing, Peter Barber does an excellent analysis

  • @chandlercarter349
    @chandlercarter349 3 года назад +64

    Geoff, I appreciate the music, from the bottom of my heart, because your voice is literally smooth like butter and just glides from note to note, especially those low subharmonics. Merry Christmas Geoff

  • @pacalvotan3380
    @pacalvotan3380 3 года назад +20

    Wow...another major demonstration of Geoff's range. I am perpetually amazed how anyone can sing such deep bass, and then flip to a high tenor in one breath. A one man choir for sure.

  • @carminedap7817
    @carminedap7817 Год назад +5

    Magnifico! Sei un grande davvero complimenti! E grazie per questo incredibile pezzo che ho appena ascoltato! Il significato di questo testo è una forza della natura! E la tua voce mi sta facendo venir voglia di passare da tenore a basso🙂👏👏 🙏🫶

  • @armyoftinymoas
    @armyoftinymoas 3 года назад +48

    There is something so comforting and satisfying about those low notes. And I never stop getting surprised at his range how does he sound so good no matter what register he's singing in??

  • @Marcell0Bass
    @Marcell0Bass 3 года назад +149

    Low notes
    0:01 B1
    0:10 B1
    0:15 A1-B1
    0:34 A1
    0:39 B1
    0:48 B1
    1:07 *A1*
    1:15 D2
    1:20 B1
    2:05 B1
    2:19 B1
    2:33 *B1*
    2:39 D2-B1
    2:45 C2-B1
    2:52 _soft_ B1
    3:10 B1 - *E1 subharmonic*

    • @rtsbass7829
      @rtsbass7829 3 года назад +2

      1:52 Wait was that a B0 here?
      I've lost my earphones so I am not sure about the note

    • @cullenlee6461
      @cullenlee6461 3 года назад +2

      @@rtsbass7829 I might be crazy but I think he layered a subharmonic B0 into the final chord of the song.

    • @cullenlee6461
      @cullenlee6461 3 года назад +3

      3:17 that or he accidentally slipped into 2nd subs

    • @rtsbass7829
      @rtsbass7829 3 года назад +8

      @@cullenlee6461 Nuh I don't hear anything.
      Moreover, 2nd sub for an E1 (E2 Fund) is an A0

    • @Chase3141
      @Chase3141 3 года назад +3

      I think there's also a growl around 0:33

  • @Elzysun
    @Elzysun Год назад +6

    practically for a year listening this track and "White Christmas" every week and sometimes every day, over and over again, they are so cool, thank you very much!

  • @veronicathunander4579
    @veronicathunander4579 3 года назад +115

    Your arrangements and voice always make every song outstanding, so when you announced this on Patreon I thought that this would very probably become my new favourite. My expectations were certainly high, but once again you’ve exceeded them by far! The arrangement, your voice, the drums (I love drums!), the strings, the bells, everything is just right! Thanks for turning this Christmas carol into something extraordinary! Merry Christmas!

  • @rebekahverbeten2958
    @rebekahverbeten2958 3 года назад +373

    Starts traditional, then morphs into an audible rendition of the joy proclaimed in the lyrics as the Geoff clones bounce melody, harmony, and phrases around between them. Ends with a bass underscore that gives the ground itself a shiver. I don't always like it when people rearrange some of the traditional songs, but that was a masterclass in how to rearrange without losing the original feeling of the song! Thank you sir!

  • @segevstormlord3713
    @segevstormlord3713 Год назад +33

    The ability to go from bass to tenor is amazing.

  • @KittenKaboodle404
    @KittenKaboodle404 2 года назад +81

    This is the first time I've seen a video by this guy, but I've got to say I'm really impressed! Not only are his lowest notes still clear, but he had a very impressive range in general!

    • @dianapeek2036
      @dianapeek2036 Год назад +1

      Have you heard him sing Sixteen tons? Oh my gosh!

    • @idiotoperator
      @idiotoperator Год назад

      I'm teaching myself to perform 16 tons with his karaoke track. Fellow bass singer!

  • @sheilajstorms
    @sheilajstorms 9 месяцев назад +6

    This is the song that started my recent obsession with the music of Geoff Castellucci and VoicePlay. I haven’t heard much new music to get excited about in years. In November 2023, I decided my old holiday playlist was getting a little tired. Since radio playlists are dreadful, I scoured Spotify and RUclips looking for new recordings. This is one of my all-time favorite Christmas carols, and Geoff’s version came up during my search. I was wowed by his gorgeous, deep voice and the beautiful arrangement! Within a couple days, I had watched nearly every video and mini, bought multiple songs, and joined Patreon. What a great holiday gift this turned out to be!

  • @lancerevell5979
    @lancerevell5979 Год назад +3

    One of my favorite Christmas songs. This is an excellent rendition. 😊

  • @pedro_claro
    @pedro_claro Год назад +8

    This gesticulation is on another level

  • @alexking930
    @alexking930 3 года назад +408

    1) The combination of such an arrangement of music and such a voice (spoiler: there is not only bass) gives me goosebumps the size of an elephant. 😳
    2) 2 points for diction: I heard the lyrics of this song clearly for the first time. ☺
    3) the arrangement of the version reminded a little of the music of Hans Zimmer (Gladiator, Pirates of the Caribbean) 🤔
    The overall score is 7 out of 5 (yes, I'm greedy). 😎

    • @Dani_Ela13
      @Dani_Ela13 3 года назад +14

      I have to agree with You on all points.
      Also Hans Zimmer is a good comparison, I love his music for the emotions he evokes and the goosebumps and tears to my eyes effect it often has and it is the same with Geoffs christmas song or the Misty Mountains one. His arrangements are something else.
      And I don‘t know why but in the beginning, I always hear „My Jolly Sailor Bold“ in the back of my head, but that might be because I am old, boring AND chronically confused....

    • @alexking930
      @alexking930 3 года назад +9

      @@Dani_Ela13 Hans Zimer is a genius of epic music.

    • @Dani_Ela13
      @Dani_Ela13 3 года назад +8

      @@alexking930 And it is not just about the knowledge and experience or being perfect, it is the special something that you have and cannot learn. I love that about music and art.
      Anyways have a lovely day and Merry Christmas in advance.

    • @alexking930
      @alexking930 3 года назад +2

      @@Dani_Ela13 Thank you, but I don't celebrate Catholic Christmas 😅

    • @Dani_Ela13
      @Dani_Ela13 3 года назад +3

      @@alexking930 🙈 I apologize, have a wonderfull Watchalong then.

  • @clrobertson13
    @clrobertson13 Год назад +7

    We all admire, appreciate, and love Geoff’s deep notes, but I’ve got to say that I really loved his tenor voice in this song. It is beautiful!

  • @natebaker3672
    @natebaker3672 3 года назад +10

    Man am I excited. My favorite singer and one of my favorite Christmas songs.

  • @carmenfeltz6464
    @carmenfeltz6464 Месяц назад +6

    Lovely. Love the highs and lows with his voice.

  • @daximus
    @daximus 3 года назад +23

    Chills. Geoff is not only insanely talented, but classy. I would argue that his arrangements are just as impactful as his voice. Bravo!

  • @shirleykarr560
    @shirleykarr560 3 года назад +10

    Oh, my heart is pounding! This is awesome! My four favorite Geoffs: tenor, baritone, bass, and basso profundo.
    Not the song I was expecting to hear, given the wardrobe choice and set decoration, but does indeed bring me comfort and joy. Thank you, Geoff, for another lovely arrangement and performance. What a fabulous birthday and Christmas gift.

  • @alexfierro1500
    @alexfierro1500 2 месяца назад +4

    This is so cool!! I didn’t know human voices went that low! This guy’s range is impressive!

  • @katthawthorne1027
    @katthawthorne1027 3 года назад +148

    I do so love watching Geoff be an entire men's choir all by himself.

  • @jweisz42
    @jweisz42 Год назад +20

    I've only recently arrived in "Geoff's World" and am loving every minute. I've listened to this so many times that I'm now hearing a lot of the not-so-obvious things - in particular, the instrumental hits during "high Geoff's" solo really add to the excitement. Bravo!

  • @bruhspenning
    @bruhspenning Год назад +40

    Based on the timbre of his voice I don't know if his voice is much lower than most choir basses, but his control over subtones is just really powerful

    • @bobstr6224
      @bobstr6224 9 месяцев назад

      He is lower.

    • @bruhspenning
      @bruhspenning 9 месяцев назад

      @@bobstr6224 I meant in natural range, and I wouldn't dare claim he isn't a really low bass, but I think a big part of his lowness is subtones (a technique) instead of natural range

    • @bobstr6224
      @bobstr6224 9 месяцев назад +1

      @@bruhspenning you are right, however he also is a very solid bass even without those sub tones

  • @ryimscaith1593
    @ryimscaith1593 2 года назад +27

    Just want to pop in to say that it's 6 months later, Christmas is long gone, and still listening to this to pick up my spirits 😁
    Thanks so much for this one, Geoff!

  • @Rabbitrails315
    @Rabbitrails315 4 месяца назад +11

    Is anyone going to point out how freaking awesome Geoff looks in that costume and that hairstyle. Because he does.

  • @alison7989
    @alison7989 11 месяцев назад +4

    The richness of 3:01 has me ascending to the heavens above 🤌

  • @kellytressler7671
    @kellytressler7671 3 года назад +87

    Is it sacrilegious that, after hearing this for the first time I actually said " aw hell yeah!" out loud? There was no one around to hear me except the cat and she wasn't listening. 😄 Thank you sir for another absolutely stunning arrangement and performance of an old standard! ❤

    • @kelseystump112
      @kelseystump112 3 года назад +4

      I felt the first note all the way to my booty. I'd say, not at all!

    • @austinhowland300gmail.
      @austinhowland300gmail. 3 года назад

      Hello Kelly how are you today

    • @impunitythebagpuss
      @impunitythebagpuss 2 года назад +1

      The cat was listening! They always listen...there might be food!

    • @anubiskingjensharp1965
      @anubiskingjensharp1965 2 года назад

      My first reaction was “holy hell!” Geoff is good... I knew that, but wow this was awesome!

  • @Jamie_T.
    @Jamie_T. 3 года назад +23

    Geoff this is a unique and beautiful version of the song; I always love your arrangements. More importantly though, to me, was the fact that so many of your friends & Kathy, of course, were there to help you put it all together. That is what this song and this time of year is all about. With the very recent loss of my Dad I am really struggling this holiday season to find that peace & joy I normally have so I find it truly heartwarming to think of you, Kathy, Eli & the PattyCake Production guys - Layne and/or Tony - working all together. To anyone reading this comment, no matter what holiday you celebrate, I wish you peace & joy this season and to anyone struggling along with me, may you find someone or something to warm your heart & help you through.

  • @MariusMA13
    @MariusMA13 11 месяцев назад +4

    Damn! You are the most awesome voice I've ever listened to. Greetings from Spain. You rock!

  • @eowynadcox4964
    @eowynadcox4964 3 года назад +8

    That was such a beautiful arrangement. To find someone with a vocal range capable of doing all those parts so beautifully is so amazingly wonderful

  • @magnuschristopher3979
    @magnuschristopher3979 3 года назад +112

    This is the second time Geoff has done a cover of a song with a high reputation and in my opinion has completely made the song a totally different thing of its own and made it arguably better than the predecessors. Needless to say I love the song and even though it’s a Christmas song I will be listening to this until June have a good day❤️

  • @wlkr72291
    @wlkr72291 Месяц назад +1

    Incredibly beautiful

  • @BloodPlusPwn
    @BloodPlusPwn 3 года назад +19

    Your 16 tons video was my favorite, but honestly I think this one might just pass it up for me. The arrangement is just so... complex but unintrusive. Your composition skills never cease to amaze me, which is incredible considering just how amazed I am every time I see a new video.

  • @the-witness8811
    @the-witness8811 3 года назад +11

    It's amazing how you can take a song so old and change it so much, yet leave the listener with the impression that the song was always meant to be this way. Truly not just a great voice, but a talented artist.

  • @davidmitchell4103
    @davidmitchell4103 3 года назад +5

    Oh look, it's my favorite group. Geoff and the Castelluccis

  • @trishaurvan9439
    @trishaurvan9439 3 года назад +14

    Geoff, what can be said that hasn't already been said? You are absolute magic. Every song, every note, every unexpected moment is pure magic.

  • @joshuaspinney3208
    @joshuaspinney3208 3 года назад +12

    This man is a saint, and must be protected at all costs.
    Thank you for your work Geoff, it is always amazing, always masterful, and we are always ready for more.

  • @Eric.Lokason
    @Eric.Lokason 2 года назад +4

    Have I ever mentioned how brilliantly intoxicating and unusual (in all the positive ways!) this is? My very first live premiere, not too long ago, but it already feels like ages! The magic and nostalgia! 😍 I've never really been into Christmas Carols, but Geoff, this is simply outstanding and amazing. Thank you so much!

  • @johnbuiatti366
    @johnbuiatti366 3 года назад +151

    When I go thru the pearly gates, I hope to hear Pavarotti, Bocelli and Castellucci singing. ABSOLUTELY Heavenly!

    • @sonan333
      @sonan333 2 года назад +9

      You know, this implies you want him to die before you do.
      Could be that there are clones, I guess.

    • @jb6712
      @jb6712 2 года назад +7

      🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂 "Pearly gates..." Boy, are you ever in for a huge surprise!

    • @inthetearoom
      @inthetearoom Год назад +1

      all Italians, ethnically

    • @queenbee3647
      @queenbee3647 Год назад +1

      Im not going if Geoff isnt singing in my ear.

  • @LandofMilknHoney
    @LandofMilknHoney 2 года назад +6

    Thank you, my 13 year old became a bass last year... and I've been looking for a true bass for him to listen to.

  • @lsr2937
    @lsr2937 2 года назад +3

    Beautiful, love, love the jackets too 🎄

  • @Sharkdude0422
    @Sharkdude0422 2 месяца назад +8

    Ok it's official... you are my new speaker bass test music lol. SO awesome!

  • @leah9713
    @leah9713 3 года назад +9

    Geoff... Probably many people tell you every day.. But thank you... You're literally saving my life...
    Listening to your covers gives me the energy to be able to overcome another day
    Thank you very much 💛

  • @anaweber617
    @anaweber617 2 года назад +4

    The hand movement is like..mesmerizing

  • @crystijones9518
    @crystijones9518 Год назад +12

    The song that started my Geoff/Voiceplay addiction last year
    Still cant get enough of it 😁
    💚🖤❤️

    • @queenbee3647
      @queenbee3647 Год назад +4

      Monster Mash did it for me. All four characters, the dancing, the singing, ooh la la. Im in love! The rumble he creates is a cross between a monster truck and a pirate. I get chills thinking of both. 💖🥰

  • @gloriaanderson1643
    @gloriaanderson1643 3 года назад +38

    Geoff, what a stunning arrangement and performance! I’ve been listening to the King’s Singers, Dale Warland Singers, and Chanticleer since the beginning of Advent this year. Your arrangement brings to mind contemporary classical composers/arrangers such as John Tavener (The Lamb), Stephen Paulus (Evensong), and even the great John Rutter - such beautiful and tight harmonies. The modulation from minor to major at the end was so incredibly joyful and exultant. Thanks so much for your lovely and heartfelt rendition of this traditional carol!

  • @emmadouglas5768
    @emmadouglas5768 2 месяца назад +3

    Your voice is as smooth as butter and as rich as chocolate, Happy holidays Geoff! Love you!🎄♥🤍💚

  • @jamesdavis9647
    @jamesdavis9647 Месяц назад +3

    Wow i think i just found my new favorite Christmas song

  • @маринаянковская-в3л

    Можно слушать бесконечно! Полное поглощение этим голосом! Этим тембром! Пение на 4 голоса - это что-то волшебное!

  • @TheChaburrito
    @TheChaburrito 3 месяца назад +4

    This dude is hitting so many of my favorite songs, STOP IT, you're going to make me smash the subscribe button, the like button, and not forget to hit the notification bell to make sure I don't miss any content!!! But really though, I'm continually impressed by the depth and breadth of your singing. It's beautiful and I'm definitely (more than) a bit jealous, keep it up!

  • @lacyreed8670
    @lacyreed8670 3 года назад +11

    Geoff has such a large and amazing range. His voice is spectacular.

  • @sbskinner369
    @sbskinner369 3 года назад +22

    This is how I had always wished "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" sounded, but I never dream it would actually happen. Thank you so much!!! It's perfect!!!

  • @JRDInterno
    @JRDInterno 3 года назад +5

    Tiktok brought here... Hoist the Colors by Voiceplay and discovering this man's coreshaking voice. I am hooked 😍

  • @MegEllie
    @MegEllie 3 года назад +19

    Another fantastic twist on an old classic. Just the thing to make everyone’s Christmas special this year. I bow my head to your majesty. Thanks for taking the time to throw this old thing together for us boring people

  • @vcg73
    @vcg73 3 года назад +6

    This rendition reminds me of my dad. He was a bass singer who loved Christmas songs and air-conducting imaginary orchestras/choirs while he sang along to them, and when this song hits the point where the instrumentation swells in, I can't help smiling and imaging the fun Dad would have had singing and conducting along with Maestro Geoff. :)

  • @ThatTeenArtist13
    @ThatTeenArtist13 6 месяцев назад +6

    I know it’s been a little while you posted this, but WOW! You’re an amazing singer! My band teacher showed me this and I got hocked 😅❤❤

  • @sweetmissirish
    @sweetmissirish 3 года назад +35

    I love that you did the other verses, sooo many others leave them out. This was great, it's one of my absolute favourite carols, you did it justice.

  • @TheBoringBelgian
    @TheBoringBelgian 3 года назад +279

    You never disappoint with your incredible productions.
    The lighting in the background is so cool and interesting with the minimal and simplistic set dressing. Fits really well.
    Incredible harmonies, LOVE the use of canon in multiple places, really fits with the song and the vibe. I love the build up and the pay-off..
    It seems like you had a lot of fun with this one, which is always great to witness!
    The difference in range from backing vocals to lead vocal.. so interesting as it is all the same voice.. there are so many details in this to pick up on.
    I love the change in camera movements, drawing inspiration from the rhythm, tempo and vibe of different moments in the song and making it dynamic.
    I also really like the backing track, it fits really well, but your voice and harmonies are still the star of the show. It complements really well and adds to the overall end product.
    Simply marvelous! Happy Holidays to you and yours, Geoff(s)!