I am a 37 year old man in Texas and this child has me crying like a baby. Such poise and presence from a small stature. The voice? As if heaven itself opened up for a glimpse and shared its sounds with mankind. This is true god given talent and grace.
Hello from South Texas. This young lady has a God given Talent and she has no fear. I tear up every time I listen to her sing as well.She has brought me a lot of happiness. Great to see that a fellow Texan enjoys this beautiful voice as much as I do.
Yeppers. I like it that she’s friends with Alma Deutscher; they’ve sung her Stepsisters Duet for fun together and recorded it. Wouldn’t THE THREE PRODIGIES SPECIAL be a hoot with her, Alma, and Emily Bear?
THE best first audition EVER. My absolute favourite rendition of this beautiful song. At only 9 years old!!!! Incredible. I must have listened to this nearly a hundred times over the past few years. This girl is very, very special.
"The Path Guided by Dafa [Great Law] Though you and I don’t know each other We both live on the same celestial body Our backgrounds differ Yet with common values of human life Humankind has reached the final moment in history Lives are all waiting for the Creator to come to the world Because of this, I tell you the truth Do not be dogmatic by following modern notions and conduct Gods have been choosing lives all along Amid kindness and evil, you decide for yourself The path guided by Dafa has no doomsday January 2, 2015 *** Why Did You Come Here All are waiting for the Creator’s salvation at the end times Before demise comes, the Fa principles that save people are spreading Yet people chase after fame and gain What’s acquired in a lifetime’s effort cannot be carried away with you Coming and going-you alone In a busy life you’ve forgotten why you came here Before descending, most of you were Kings in your heavenly kingdoms Giving up your divine bodies to save the heavenly beings Gain in the human world is not important Connect your divine destiny, remake yourself Seek the truth, break free from delusion Fulfill the wish you came with to the world-that’s your great joy January 5, 2016" Master Li Hongzhi (Hong Yin V, from Falun Dafa teachings)
Beautiful voice almost like an opera singer of another age reincanated into this little girl, truly beautiful, she doesent need luck she has a voice to see her through life.
I must have watched this over a hundred times since 2013 and every time I do, it brings tears to my eyes. She is absolutely brilliant and amazing. If I were one of her parents, I'd be extremely proud of her. Utterly incredible.
I don't know if anybody agrees with me on this, but what amazes me is this young angel acts so humble and has no idea of just how good, no great she really is.
Joe Heid - as she has said on an interview, singing is, for her, "like walking" - which is, I think, a bit of an understatement, but she means that it doesn't feel to her like anything sufficiently special to get excessively proud about; she enjoys singing, and being part of the team wherever she sings, and that's enough for her . . . What better measure of true greatness?
All Amira ever wanted to do at this point in her life was to be able to sing on TV just once, and if she never got to do it again she would still have been very happy. I agree, Amira is unpretentious as well as loving and it is her heart that enables her to produce such beautiful sounds.
It's not just that she's a wonderful singer, because there are many. But this performance... It's like she has lived what she is singing. I find it so rare to hear that connection and emotion, the 'thing' that just moves you. Pavarotti was the same for me - he didn't just sing words of songs. He sang pure emotion, like it was coming from his soul. I hope it's something that Amira always holds onto to. It's so much more important than a perfect technique.
Louise W. you are what I think as well Amira sings from experince. She is Re incarnated, she sings effortless. by now has performed other classics the same way with feeling, Her face shows ' remembering. . . have a nice day
Louise w, you said it perfectly.if you want absolute emotion with tears watch Amira sing Ave Maria (Gomez) in 2015 in the Canisius church Holland.She's in Another zone of life with eyes closed.This Young Lady now 17 is Spectacular.
За все эти годы, со времени выступления на HGT 2013 этого миленького прекрасного создания все поклонники восхищаются мимикой Амиры ,ее часто прикрытыми глазами. Однако я скажу, что родители беспокоились в основном стройности ее зубов, но дело в том, что у нее люменофобия, боязнь яркого света, и есть необходимость исправить это - применением в пищу больше моркови и свежего морковного сока. Sorry. Yatrоphilosofus Matthaeus.
Found this jewel just this morning August 18, 2021. Flushed my eyes with tears. Sent it out to several friends. Now sitting in a restaurant having breakfast, reading the comments. It is awkward to eat when you're on the verge of crying just reading the wonderful comments. Truly the best, most evocative things I've ever seen and heard. I'm almost 67 and I'm wondering if repeated viewings of this would clear up any heart related health issues. Surely it must! It melted my heart
Amira only 9 years old walks on the stage on the cusp of her introduction to the world! Now at 14 she continues to deliver jawdropping performances wherever she goes, and the world is a better place!!!.
@Cecelia Tkach She got a vocal coach right after she won Holland's Got Talent, and has had one ever since, except for a four months period in early 2016,
@Cecelia Tkach I am sure she has the best teachers now!!! She sang in an event conducted by Andre Rieu, and even then, you could see the difference, she got much better.
Absolutely beautiful ... OMG!!! ... it is almost unreal. Such a beautiful voice and I am not a fan of Opera, but this is one of the most beautiful songs and sang so beautiful by such a little angel. I am sitting here with my mouth open in amazement. (PEACE .... Sheila Burns)
Don't forget another few incredible musical children -Jackie Evancho (mainly for her soaring head voice) -Alma Deutscher (her compositions!) -Laura Bretan (impressive, not my favourite though, her vocals can be a little harsh) But Amira tops them all.
She also said if not a singer she wants to be an Olympic athlete. In case you didn't know, she had already before this won first place in several long distance contests for her age group.
3:19 is the moment were she absolutely nails it, one of the singularly most incredible holding of a note ever (taking her age and no lessons into account) just staggering, I could listen to that bit over and over again
Dearest Amira, I am an ancient 66yrs.old now, but when I was young I sang too, in 2 choirs - until my voice 'broke', then I sang in the basso section but hated it! For the first time in a long time you brought tears of joy and longing to my face when I found you on youtube, my mbiggest joy was watching the 'judges' facial reactions when you first opened your miraculous voice, you truly deserve all the success and wealth you and your natural 'perfect pitch can accrue, luckily I know you have an extrodinarily marvellous family around you, and I know they will look out for you, as the crones gather to profit from a talent they can never claim themselves! Take care and the very best of sincere wishes to you and your supportive brother, I truly wish you all so well, for I have never heard of a more desering natural talent in all my long years, and if you don;'t mind, wish all that for you all, with all my heart and love, Dr Reid.
Dr. Reid Such a beautiful and sincere comment...you are saying what my limited English vocabularies can't describe, I can't agree more with you... May your golden years filled with happiness and joy from the beautiful things that still remain in this world, Sir. Cheers. 😊
That's definitely one of the best comments I came across on the internet. Thank you sir, Thank you beautiful soul, your words touch directly the heart. I wish you all the good things ( excuse my English ). Certainly the World needs more people like you. Thanks for the lesson and for reminding us to be good people. From a stranger from North Africa
She must have been a conductor in her previous life. She moves her hands like she is conducting an orchestra plus she sings like a professional already.
For all these years, since the performance of this cute little beautiful creature at HGT 2013, all fans admire Amira's facial expressions, her often closed eyes. However, I will say that the parents were mainly worried about the harmony of her teeth, but the fact is that she has lumenophobia, fear of bright light, and there is a need to correct this - by eating more carrots and fresh carrot juice so that all the works are saturated with unique facial expressions and body movements inherent in Amira.
Well said, Duane, I've watched this video so many times and Amira's voice is so lovely, I smile through tears every time I hear her. PEACE to ALL … and STAY SAFE and HEALTHY.
She just blew, instantly and without warning, all of the defences that took years to built. With her voice, she reached and broke the jar of my deepest sadness, and gave it a beautiful way to express itself. No wonder why the public glared astonished, this goes deep, highly personal, they were not prepared for such an intimate experience in a show like that; no one is really. This is an exceptionally rare gem.
to think, those judges have seen and hear it all - and yet are literally stunned by her talent. Same for the very tall man backstage, who obviously knew the song and was totally in awe
An old soul..one of the judges got it absolutely right. Notice the personality changes that come over her as the singing progresses. The soul of Maria Callas?? Who knows??
No matter how many times I watch this performance I still continue to react in the same way as I did when I first saw this audition. With amazement, joyful laughter accompanied by watery eyes and tears running down my cheeks. I continue to be blown away, forgetting that Amira will soon be turning 15 in March. Is it any wonder that she continues to be so well loved by devoted fans from all around the world. And let us not forget that selfless and oversized golden heart of one so young that continues to pour out for those in need of love. I know of no one else like her. She is simply MAGIC.
This is very impressive for a self taught nine year old 👍! Amira seems to sing with a more natural and correct operatic technique than e.g. Jackie Evancho and Charlotte Church. They sort of sing in the back of their throats by using air that they "trap" there with their tongues, which makes their facial and mouth expressions look weird at times and also makes them sound like grown up women. Amira sounds like an angelic young girl.
I feel the same way. I keep coming back to this audition video. Amira is just beautiful. I watch it over and over ... and again and again ... LOL!!!! And each time I smile and get goose bumps. (PEACE .... Sheila Burns)
When she said "No, I haven't had any lessons." She had won. Should have given her the prize and started the season over. Did you note the expression on the young girl's face - perfect example of a look saying "we are so completely screwed."
ted snyder Well, O Mi Bambino Caro is the absolutely PERFECT song, if done well, to get someone who disdains opera to take a look at it. It was for me back in July 1969 as Apollo 11 was on its way to the moon.
@@eugenewindchy417 Patricia is very traditional opera singer though, no excitement and quite common really. But for an opera singer she had a pleasant voice.
Although there are other children mentioned in posts that can sing just as well I prefer this girl because she came on looking so unglamerous, taught herself watching youtube clips and looked confused when was asked who taught her to sing. I also love the way she sings, she really expresses how she feels the music, she's not just singing and going through a rehersed routine in this audition, she is at one with the music emotionally. I love how down to earth and how normal she appears.
Grant that the girl may not identify each note as such but her rendition is what matters most. She's genius of her chosen craft. Am sure Puccini is appreciating her interpretation. I don't doubt that. She has the innate confidence of a soprano, and the emotion of a giant performer.
Amazing talent she is truly a great singer her voice amazing There is a professional singing lesson guide on singany.com/fastsinginglessons for anyone who wants to sing better.
Klaus Kuusela ok if children like her age shouldn't sing like older men & women (so what are you trying to say). Then explain to the world about Jackie Evancho's voice...why it sounds like a grown woman when she sings (go ask God or Jesus). + In my opinion I think these (that) kids have the voice & sings better than these singers-(justin bieber, beyonce, one direction, lady gaga, rhianna, kesha,rebecca black, & etc.) we have today cause we need more GOOD voices & less BAD voices.
Actually if she feels she wishes to sing who are you and any one else to stop her? You can't and by the looks of it it is her choosing. Now the issue would be does the world change her and expect to much from her is what you should be asking.
aujourd'hui, j'ai 80 ans, et toi tu en as 20!!! Bon anniversaire à toi qui chante comme je t'ai entendue in utero quand ma maman chantait à l'Opéra de Paris en 1944! Tu as réveillé en moi de puissants souvenirs et je t'écoute souvent avec joie!!!! Merci, et longue vie à toi !!
That was one of the best performances from a child that young that I have ever heard. On top of everything else she is incredibly poised and has great stage presence. Pretty,sweet and incredibly talented.
16fanlakers1 ...... Eight months later Amira took it a step further with her performance in front of over 15,000 on stage with conductor Andre Rieu. The kid is absolutely FEARLESS under pressure. Amazing.
THIS IS the MOST incredible performance it has been my extreme pleasure to witness! It's not that Amira was ONLY 9 when she did this but the look of COMPLETE shock & amazement on the faces of the judges. NO matter how many times I watch THIS it is just like seeing it for the very first TIME!
For all these years, since the performance of this cute little beautiful creature at HGT 2013, all fans admire Amira's facial expressions, her often closed eyes. However, I will say that the parents were mainly worried about the harmony of her teeth, but the fact is that she has lumenophobia, fear of bright light, and there is a need to correct this - by eating more carrots and fresh carrot juice so that all the works are saturated with unique facial expressions and body movements inherent in Amira.
One of the really special moments of this is when Amira receives her golden ticket and runs to her brother. Such innocent joy in her facial features and the way she ran to give her brother and father a hug!
in 5 seconds after Admira had started to sing it was obvious - that this game is over , and that new superstar had been born. I hope one day I will have the privillige to hear Her Majesty alive..
I will NEVER,EVER understand the logic of people who listen to Amira singing here and THEN go and give a 'thumbs down'! To me? that is an act of either pure jealousy or plain stupidity. Either way! they are ALL completely lacking when it comes to recognising a very rare and beautiful talented voice when they here 1. Grrrrrrrrrrr
Every time I hear this little girl singing does not matter what song she sings, I get tears in my eyes. When you see her in this clip just before she'll start singing as she takes a deep breath leaving everything outside. Just like she goes into a trance. A judge jumping around they're talking to each other, and this did not disturb her. She just kept on singing. This is what separates good singers from being great singers and Amira is a great singer. When she hits those high notes ... she makes it seem (just like a walk in the park) DAMN she's good and now a few years later, even better. Thanks Amira
Absolutely. Haven't reached a million yet, but approaching. Her voice is amazing. Her expressions are great (loved the run back to her brother & father), as was the expression by the guy at the right (smiling in enjoyment & shaking his head in unbelief). The two on the right were distracting. Could have done w/o the song overlay at the end.
I have watched this over and over and over for months!!! I follow her but find myself watching this one the most. It brings tears to my eyes every single time!! I just want to hug her!!!!!!! I am so proud of her!!! She is so precious!!!!❤
17 February 2014 : Amira has completed the recording of her first CD. The CD entitled simply 'Amira' is recorded under the Sony label and includes the three arias performed on Holland's Got Talent. The release date is 31 March 2014. International viewers may Google this EAN number to find local stockists of the CD: EAN 0888430559622
Bremmer Mandrake I believe that it will be released next month in April in the US & UK. I have been pushing Amazon US to list it for presale in the US. Sony is probably not letting them prelist it. If I have read right this CD is Platinum before it is released in the Netherlands next week. Talented Young Musicians can correct me if I am wrong about this.
Gerald Weg The official launch of Amira's CD takes place tomorrow 22 March 2014 in the Netherlands. The CD was supposed to be available online for download from last week but hopefully that will also happen tomorrow. The hard copy of the CD will be available in the Netherlands from 31 March but it will be another week or two before it is available in other countries. I too am convinced that this CD will go Platinum very quickly.
What a talent!!!! It is one of the best voices that my ears have heard. Amira is almost the same as Maria Callas. I love this song. I am a fan, thanks for sharing.
I always come back to watch this outstanding performance once in a while. She is such a great singer. Always gives me chills when she hits the high notes. Wotds cant describe how beautiful her voice is.
15 seconds in she won our hearts & when she held that gorgeous note near the end our very souls cried.Who would of thought a 9 year old little Dutch girl would change the lives of Millions.Amira did with that REGAL sound and personality."Happy Birthday Nijmegen Nightingale & here's to the Next 100.
Considering her age, yes. This was unbelievable. But I was kind of disappointed when I heard how she sounds today. It wasn’t extraordinary by any means. It was surprising - during all these years I would have expected something entirely else since she would have so much more potential. I doubt she has gotten any proper education/training. She really should - it’s not too late…yet.
Katy Perry's "Roar" near the end as background music is so right on. Amira roared and the world heard her. After her first album, she at age 10 founded a charity the Willighagen's Gelukskinders foundation to build playgrounds for poor children. Not only a super-talent, but one with a heart of gold.
Andrew, she did go on to win the contest. Amira Wellihagen has 2 Channels. If you type her name into the search bar with the Phrase "Channel" after it will FLAG the gateway links to both channels at the top of the search.
It does span the globe, but unfortantally it isn't concentrated. Its one of her weaknesses right now as well as not receiving as much support from Africa as she did in Holland. But to be fair, now Holland counts as abroad fans which is concentrated, so if she travels back to Holland, she can have a hall performance. But she loses some always doing that because she has to FLY and pay for a hotel. Her new performances in Africa is a simple thrust of her voice to support 3 men in group measure. They allow her to sing every 4 lines.
Actually, well I don't. But, DVD's are a presentation made by other people. What they say can be open to interpretation. From what I have noticed, there is a LARGE number of fans. Amira isn't absent of listeners. But I am saying that outside of the concentration of Holland, they are scattered. Meaning a lot of them are separated. Combined to one location the numbers rise. This is totally not Amira's fault because Opera is this way in the FIRST basis. I can say that I love certain types and styles. But if I turn to the people around me, a large number would say "No, I do not care for that music." I am not saying Amira or Opera isn't dead, but this is how it is. They present image, and on youtube we can gather. Its why Amira's channel sores. As for the people where she has lived, I conclude that I am right as well there. They don't seek to like Amira, they seek to keep her at a distance in South Africa, the other men who control the stage, view her as competition. Amira, wants to just play as equals and be friends. But the area she is in is a whole different creature of Holland ready to accept the budding star. Opera, is one of the most creatures of music that can be loved, it is also a thing which creatures PRETEND to be freinds, but are not. They pulled a very age old trick on Amira to keep her voice from being exposed so people will know it. These men when there not on stage are saying short quips no doubt that she done some charity work and she is aspiring so we were just returning the favor and her voice isn't really...well the best close up or that there are issues while she does have a good set of vocals. But, the new status is different from 2017 in my statement as the 2016 and 2017 DVD's are likely made in 2015, BEFORE Amira moved to South Africa. So IE, image and time can change things. I do believe Amira has a TON of talent though, and the shut out IS super annoying. Everything I have to say has a basis, it takes one who is willing to consider the style of others. The other men she sang with, I can tell they have a goal. In time she might win, but the fact is Amira has never played this kind of poker before. These men have. Its rude, mean, and dirty. These men do it because they fear Amira will take over the stage. I don't believe she would, but she would want some seperate performances. This area seems to be a bit more active in a Opera Competitive style.
Notice at the end of the intro just before she starts singing Amira breathes out and relaxes her body. She put herself into the ZONE. Her voice is amazing. AND she sings with FEELING which most young singers don't. Bravo!
beautiful normal 9 year old girl but when she begins to sing, she settles into "character and her voice sounds so grown up." an amazing talent and a future star. may she keep her innocence and charm. whenever you become worried about the future, listen to this child. :-)
Quite astonishing that she had no previous formal singing lessons and was singing purely self taught and on instinct, just imagine how great she'll become handed over to the right people in a classical singing conservatoire. To draw a comparison with the legendary Maria Callas at just 9 years of age is an incredible feat in itself.
That's really bad. She doesn't have real vebrato, it's tremelo. And she is straining her vocal cords I can hear it. I'm a trained vocal coach for opera singers. I know a thing or two.
Maybe you should coach soccer instead. Can't stand most opera singers. Love Amiras voice,tone,pitch,vebrato or tremelo or whatever .Glad your not her coach. That's the problem with being trained , your doing something the way someone else did . Not very original such as teaching yourself how to sing.
Emilio, I just wrote a similar comment. No matter how many times I've watched Amira's audition, I smile through tears throughout the entire performance. Simply Beautiful!!! PEACE to ALL.
@@arkanabar , I’ve never liked opera, but when I accidentally stumbled across this video....well, I’ve watched it 50+ times in two weeks and shared it with everyone I know. She is absolutely MAGNIFICENT!
This child has enormous depth of feeling. She exudes a loveliness that goes beyond voice. She is a great talent. I keep coming back to this video whenever I need to feel joy.
Out of the millions who have seen this video, I too keep coming back to Amira. I've been watching it several times a week ... I felt sad the other morning and I tuned in to Amira ... Angelic voice, beautiful demeanor ... Her sweet little facial expression when Chantel asked if she had lessons ... she looked a little confused until Chantel worded the question differently and Amira said she did not have lessons. Yes, she is incredible. (PEACE .... Sheila Burns)
I don't hear Maria Callas in this, I felt her approach much closer to Montserrat Caballé's, but still outstanding and angelic. This is trully amazing and I always come back from time to time, since it never fails to bring me peace and joy.
I'll be honest. This is the ever best live performance on the "Got Talent" franchise.
I loved that american chicken catcher too.
@@unechaine1 Chicken patriot tune on keyboard still the best.
I am a 37 year old man in Texas and this child has me crying like a baby. Such poise and presence from a small stature. The voice? As if heaven itself opened up for a glimpse and shared its sounds with mankind. This is true god given talent and grace.
Only warriors understand this.
Dude it's those onion cutting ninjas.
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Hello from South Texas. This young lady has a God given Talent and she has no fear. I tear up every time I listen to her sing as well.She has brought me a lot of happiness. Great to see that a fellow Texan enjoys this beautiful voice as much as I do.
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Imagine waiting your turn after she´s been on stage :)
I KNOW RIGHT LOL XDDDD
+allan mogensen I think that's just crossed the mind of the girl at 2:01 ;)
hahahaha..
+allan mogensen I'd have given up.
to nie hahahah, to fakt!!!!
The girl's backstage expression at 2:00 is probably the best 'well we're not going to win today' look I've ever seen. Amazing performance.
Right.. she was thinking I've practiced enough.
Yes… It gives me goosebumps in the beginning when everyone just gets so shocked, including the contestants & people backstage!❤
Yep - the rest of us might as well go home
the fact that she learned by herself is outstanding.
nothing short of unbelievable, what a talent
there is a name for it - genius
That can’t be right surely.
Yes.this can happen if it is your passion..
Why such confidence that this is true?
Who is back watching this on 2020? Amazing performance
Edit: nov 2021 still hitting the same , thanks for the likes
Still finding myself stopping by every month or so. Incredible. And her growth since this performance is also amazing.
I watch this every so often....about once a month or more...
I watched her performance of singing this song in somewhere and I come back here again and again.
I still come back, can’t believe such a small child can sing like this, she is so amazing
Yeppers. I like it that she’s friends with Alma Deutscher; they’ve sung her Stepsisters Duet for fun together and recorded it. Wouldn’t THE THREE PRODIGIES SPECIAL be a hoot with her, Alma, and Emily Bear?
Who's watching in 2021 and still thinks this is great!
voice of an angel
She is amazing... she did it alone, incredible!!!
I watch Amira every time I need a pick me up... Hamburg, NY
She's unique and so wonderful!!!
I always have thought the same❤️❤️❤️
THE best first audition EVER. My absolute favourite rendition of this beautiful song. At only 9 years old!!!! Incredible. I must have listened to this nearly a hundred times over the past few years. This girl is very, very special.
Да , я согласна с вами ))
After watching this like a 1000 times, it is still unbelievable.
Absolutely!
True!
Alexander Uts l still watching this!!!
I still come back every couple of months and watch it again too. So beautiful. A gift from heaven.
Yes. Me too
This was the last video my wife and I watched together shortly before she died of AML, I will watch this as long as I live.
For what it's worth coming from a stranger, I'm sorry for your loss and wish you strength.
Jeffery Billing my sympathy sir :-‘(
Thank you
Sorry
that would have been a beautiful moment to have together, all the best to you and your wife
I am not an emotional person by nature nor am I an opera fan but this performance brings tears to my eye every time I watch it.
I also
Me too.
me~e~~ toooooo~
I agree with you.
Same
who,s watching 2024 and still think its great!!
"The Path Guided by Dafa [Great Law]
Though you and I don’t know each other
We both live on the same celestial body
Our backgrounds differ
Yet with common values of human life
Humankind has reached the final moment in history
Lives are all waiting for the Creator to come to the world
Because of this, I tell you the truth
Do not be dogmatic by following modern notions and conduct
Gods have been choosing lives all along
Amid kindness and evil, you decide for yourself
The path guided by Dafa has no doomsday
January 2, 2015
***
Why Did You Come Here
All are waiting for the Creator’s salvation at the end times
Before demise comes, the Fa principles that save people are spreading
Yet people chase after fame and gain
What’s acquired in a lifetime’s effort cannot be carried away with you
Coming and going-you alone
In a busy life you’ve forgotten why you came here
Before descending, most of you were Kings in your heavenly kingdoms
Giving up your divine bodies to save the heavenly beings
Gain in the human world is not important
Connect your divine destiny, remake yourself
Seek the truth, break free from delusion
Fulfill the wish you came with to the world-that’s your great joy
January 5, 2016"
Master Li Hongzhi (Hong Yin V, from Falun Dafa teachings)
Essa performance é imortal..
Here is a 53 year old man crying of joy
Beautiful voice almost like an opera singer of another age reincanated into this little girl, truly beautiful, she doesent need luck she has a voice to see her through life.
I must have watched this over a hundred times since 2013 and every time I do, it brings tears to my eyes.
She is absolutely brilliant and amazing. If I were one of her parents, I'd be extremely proud of her.
Utterly incredible.
I don't know if anybody agrees with me on this, but what amazes me is this young angel acts so humble and has no idea of just how good, no great she really is.
Joe Heid: I assure you, there are lots of people who agree with what you said. She is really a great talent and truly a person of exemplary character.
Rainier Esguerra God I hope she stays that way. Too many people crumble under intense fame.
Joe Heid: Same wish here.
Joe Heid - as she has said on an interview, singing is, for her, "like walking" - which is, I think, a bit of an understatement, but she means that it doesn't feel to her like anything sufficiently special to get excessively proud about; she enjoys singing, and being part of the team wherever she sings, and that's enough for her . . . What better measure of true greatness?
All Amira ever wanted to do at this point in her life was to be able to sing on TV just once, and if she never got to do it again she would still have been very happy. I agree, Amira is unpretentious as well as loving and it is her heart that enables her to produce such beautiful sounds.
It's not just that she's a wonderful singer, because there are many. But this performance... It's like she has lived what she is singing. I find it so rare to hear that connection and emotion, the 'thing' that just moves you. Pavarotti was the same for me - he didn't just sing words of songs. He sang pure emotion, like it was coming from his soul.
I hope it's something that Amira always holds onto to. It's so much more important than a perfect technique.
Louise W. you are what I think as well Amira sings from experince. She is Re incarnated, she sings effortless. by now has performed other classics the same way with feeling, Her face shows ' remembering. . . have a nice day
Louise w, you said it perfectly.if you want absolute emotion with tears watch Amira sing Ave Maria (Gomez) in 2015 in the Canisius church Holland.She's in Another zone of life with eyes closed.This Young Lady now 17 is Spectacular.
@@oliviawutam yes 👏 must be a reincarnated singer soul
За все эти годы, со времени выступления на HGT 2013 этого миленького прекрасного создания все поклонники восхищаются мимикой Амиры ,ее часто прикрытыми глазами. Однако я скажу, что родители беспокоились в основном стройности ее зубов, но дело в том, что у нее люменофобия, боязнь яркого света, и есть необходимость исправить это - применением в пищу больше моркови и свежего морковного сока. Sorry. Yatrоphilosofus Matthaeus.
She wants to be a singer when she's older?! She already is, and she's already a mega-super star. Phenominal, remarkable talent...
Found this jewel just this morning August 18, 2021. Flushed my eyes with tears. Sent it out to several friends. Now sitting in a restaurant having breakfast, reading the comments. It is awkward to eat when you're on the verge of crying just reading the wonderful comments. Truly the best, most evocative things I've ever seen and heard. I'm almost 67 and I'm wondering if repeated viewings of this would clear up any heart related health issues. Surely it must! It melted my heart
And this took place on August 31, 2013. She is now 17 - and magnificent!
As of today, Hope you are doing well sir 🙏🏼
Her performance not long after this with Andre Rieu has the whole audience in tears. I suspect you have already seen it but it's something special.
You are not alone.
Amira only 9 years old walks on the stage on the cusp of her introduction to the world! Now at 14 she continues to deliver jawdropping performances wherever she goes, and the world is a better place!!!.
@Cecelia Tkach Now she is 16
@@Alina-pf3ob Not until March 27, 2020.
@Cecelia Tkach She got a vocal coach right after she won Holland's Got Talent, and has had one ever since, except for a four months period in early 2016,
@Cecelia Tkach I am sure she has the best teachers now!!! She sang in an event conducted by Andre Rieu, and even then, you could see the difference, she got much better.
This audition clip never gets old:) The look on everyone's face is priceless.......
And many such as myself watch it over and over.
kevin p. could not agree more with you!
Absolutely beautiful ... OMG!!! ... it is almost unreal. Such a beautiful voice and I am not a fan of Opera, but this is one of the most beautiful songs and sang so beautiful by such a little angel. I am sitting here with my mouth open in amazement. (PEACE .... Sheila Burns)
J. Michael Nolan she have use little makeup
Keith Burns
I have a small set of videos I watch every now and then, just because they make me smile. This is one of them.
Awww cute! ❤️
Oh me too!! I come back to this again and again.
Me too
Word! ;)
Yep same here
2021 September..doesn't matter how many times I hear this it gives me shivers and tears in my eyes. What a beautiful soul she is ❤
Octobre 2021 wonderfull presentation.. where is she now ?
Is she still singing /
Same.. I love her so much...Amazing..
@@alexandredeveley8229 Watch her performance of "La vergine degli Angeli"
@@alexandredeveley8229 me.. never bored to hear and hear again...
I'm a 32 year old man and don't normally listen to opera but her beautiful voice left me in an emotional wreck...
One of the greatest performances by any child.
Hey, Mozart.........................
You mean the best
The Greatest! Not One One The Greatest.
bY Any human being. For sure!
Don't forget another few incredible musical children
-Jackie Evancho (mainly for her soaring head voice)
-Alma Deutscher (her compositions!)
-Laura Bretan (impressive, not my favourite though, her vocals can be a little harsh)
But Amira tops them all.
any child who can sing like that is a living angel
I. Cannot hear this wonderful young lady without tears in eyes. The most pure expression of the human voice. A gift to all of us forever..
é verdade , sorrir e chorar ao mesmo tempo...da um no na garganta.
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5:09 "I want to be a singer when I'm older." Well she already is a singer at 9.
She blew 99.9% of professional singers away at 9 years old too
With hard work anything can happen
She also said if not a singer she wants to be an Olympic athlete. In case you didn't know, she had already before this won first place in several long distance contests for her age group.
3:19 is the moment were she absolutely nails it, one of the singularly most incredible holding of a note ever (taking her age and no lessons into account) just staggering, I could listen to that bit over and over again
There are truly no words.
Yes, it is incredible!!!
Yes indeed! I thought the same. Priceless performance all the way. She made me cry that little cute person. Maria Callas is reborn.
2:00 and it was at that moment they all knew they were screwed in this competition.
Brilliant.
adidasoccer1111
she must have thought: "ok it is time to go home"
Was wondering how the other contestants felt after they heard this :)
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
I enjoy this performance even more than the later ones where she's technically better but this was completely from the heart this is unbelievable...
Same. I cry every time I hear this audition.
Dearest Amira, I am an ancient 66yrs.old now, but when I was young I sang too, in 2 choirs - until my voice 'broke', then I sang in the basso section but hated it! For the first time in a long time you brought tears of joy and longing to my face when I found you on youtube, my mbiggest joy was watching the 'judges' facial reactions when you first opened your miraculous voice, you truly deserve all the success and wealth you and your natural 'perfect pitch can accrue, luckily I know you have an extrodinarily marvellous family around you, and I know they will look out for you, as the crones gather to profit from a talent they can never claim themselves! Take care and the very best of sincere wishes to you and your supportive brother, I truly wish you all so well, for I have never heard of a more desering natural talent in all my long years, and if you don;'t mind, wish all that for you all, with all my heart and love,
Dr Reid.
Dr. Reid
Such a beautiful and sincere comment...you are saying what my limited English vocabularies can't describe, I can't agree more with you...
May your golden years filled with happiness and joy from the beautiful things that still remain in this world, Sir. Cheers. 😊
*Mrs. Voldemort* biuthfull Brava .
Some of the most beautiful comment also!
That's definitely one of the best comments I came across on the internet. Thank you sir, Thank you beautiful soul, your words touch directly the heart.
I wish you all the good things ( excuse my English ).
Certainly the World needs more people like you. Thanks for the lesson and for reminding us to be good people.
From a stranger from North Africa
a comment from a genuine human soul God Blessing you Dr Reid
The sweetest thing was seeing her run straight to her brother and seeing how excited he was for her
+lanenaprincess89 They just can't miss each other.
+lanenaprincess89 honestly, that's what made me tear up. He was so happy for her!
+Kuwabo Mubyana Just like Jackie and her brother. Close siblings too.
On 2 mins all the other contestants stopped and said ''ok lets pack our bags and go"
+James Lee yasss
Yeah they had that look. Then she got the golden ticket....SOLD!
Hahahhahaha
Yep! (and they were right too!)
xD
The sheer talent of this young lady is amazing. She puts so much feeling and emotion into this Puccini masterpiece.😊😊
She must have been a conductor in her previous life. She moves her hands like she is conducting an orchestra plus she sings like a professional already.
For all these years, since the performance of this cute little beautiful creature at HGT 2013, all fans admire Amira's facial expressions, her often closed eyes. However, I will say that the parents were mainly worried about the harmony of her teeth, but the fact is that she has lumenophobia, fear of bright light, and there is a need to correct this - by eating more carrots and fresh carrot juice so that all the works are saturated with unique facial expressions and body movements inherent in Amira.
I like how there's no buildup or whatever to the high note, she can just belt it out without hesitation.
Always watch this on my bad days to remind me of the true beauty that still exists in this world.
Well said, Duane, I've watched this video so many times and Amira's voice is so lovely, I smile through tears every time I hear her. PEACE to ALL … and STAY SAFE and HEALTHY.
So true, it doesn't matter how many times I watch this video, I always smile through tears. BEAUTIFUL!!!
Me too!
Same!
Me too
She just blew, instantly and without warning, all of the defences that took years to built. With her voice, she reached and broke the jar of my deepest sadness, and gave it a beautiful way to express itself. No wonder why the public glared astonished, this goes deep, highly personal, they were not prepared for such an intimate experience in a show like that; no one is really. This is an exceptionally rare gem.
Who’s gonna watch this on 2019?
One ticket for me please!
Dr Wronghouse just one! You don’t ask difficult thing
2019 and beyond..ME!
I am watching it now 😂😂😂😂
She and Laura Bretan are the best
Whoever decided to play Katy Perry right after should be fired.
It's an algorithm so it's decided by the youtube A.I.
@@danceographicocean Oh, I'm sorry!
I agree, because Katy Perry can’t sing without AUTOTUNE
exactly!
yea its a laughable transition
I've GOT to stop watching this video. It's totally addictive. I can't decide which I love more, Amira's voice or the judges' incredulity.
Donald Brown beautiful song Italian music wow
try both like i do mate
I'll never stop watching it. Such a gifted, brave little girl giving an inspired performance, is inspirational for everyone.
to think, those judges have seen and hear it all - and yet are literally stunned by her talent. Same for the very tall man backstage, who obviously knew the song and was totally in awe
An old soul..one of the judges got it absolutely right. Notice the personality changes that come over her as the singing progresses. The soul of Maria Callas?? Who knows??
"An old soul". My thoughts exactly. Bravissima!!
agreed!
Iahel Cathartes Aura gymisdig
What means an old soul? She is unique, not the incarnation of former person of the past. She came into the world as Amira Willighagen. Just saying.
Thanks to her parents. For care of an art in her blessed soul.
No matter how many times I watch this performance I still continue to react in the same way as I did when I first saw this audition. With amazement, joyful laughter accompanied by watery eyes and tears running down my cheeks. I continue to be blown away, forgetting that Amira will soon be turning 15 in March. Is it any wonder that she continues to be so well loved by devoted fans from all around the world. And let us not forget that selfless and oversized golden heart of one so young that continues to pour out for those in need of love. I know of no one else like her. She is simply MAGIC.
This is very impressive for a self taught nine year old 👍! Amira seems to sing with a more natural and correct operatic technique than e.g. Jackie Evancho and Charlotte Church. They sort of sing in the back of their throats by using air that they "trap" there with their tongues, which makes their facial and mouth expressions look weird at times and also makes them sound like grown up women. Amira sounds like an angelic young girl.
please, somebody help meeeee!!! i can't stop watch this videoooooo!!!!!😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
Viviane Carrieri me too!!! :-)
+francesco scilipoti and i cry every time... 😭😭😭
Viviane Carrieri have you seen Laura Bretans audition on Americas got talent? You should see it. It is just as unreal
I feel the same way. I keep coming back to this audition video. Amira is just beautiful. I watch it over and over ... and again and again ... LOL!!!! And each time I smile and get goose bumps. (PEACE .... Sheila Burns)
Me too, I am addicted to this clip :) She's amazing!!!
"Who taught you to sing like this?" 4:49
Puzzled look on Amira's face.
Teacher? What teacher?
:^)
When she said "No, I haven't had any lessons." She had won. Should have given her the prize and started the season over. Did you note the expression on the young girl's face - perfect example of a look saying "we are so completely screwed."
This is the reason why RUclips is created. Just for this!!
No
I find myself wishing everyone would just shut up because her vocals bring me to tears every time I listen.
15 February 2014 : Amira is in the UK this weekend for the recording of her very first album. Everything is going very well.
[bow] [bow] [bow] I KNEEL BEFORE HER! Unbelievable!!!!
SOMEBODY TAKE ME WITH YOU TO SEE THAT ANGEL, BEAUTIFUL, A SOUL INSIDE HER SPEAKS OUT AND MAKES ME CRY;;;;
I WOULD BOW BOW CRY HER OWN RIVER SHE MELT ME LIKE NEVER BEFORE AND I THOUGHT AT ONE TIME IN MY LIFE I USE TO HATE OPERA.....
ted snyder
Well, O Mi Bambino Caro is the absolutely PERFECT song, if done well, to get someone who disdains opera to take a look at it. It was for me back in July 1969 as Apollo 11 was on its way to the moon.
ted snyder Lots of people think they hate opera.
i am not a religious man .... but it would be very hard to argue that this ability is not a gift from God
"Up next" We Have Timmy and he's going to be doing Card tricks"
hahaha... i like your joke
Hahah dear lord
LMAO
"Timmy's from Vaals - he likes cinnamon toast and butterflies.."
Have watch this like over a 100 times and it still feels refreshing and captivating. A rare gifted angelic being. 🤗🤗🤗
At 74, I'm adding this to my list of songs to enjoy. My first opera singer I will be listening to. What a gem
check out Patricia Janeckova
@@eugenewindchy417 Patricia is very traditional opera singer though, no excitement and quite common really. But for an opera singer she had a pleasant voice.
Although there are other children mentioned in posts that can sing just as well I prefer this girl because she came on looking so unglamerous, taught herself watching youtube clips and looked confused when was asked who taught her to sing. I also love the way she sings, she really expresses how she feels the music, she's not just singing and going through a rehersed routine in this audition, she is at one with the music emotionally. I love how down to earth and how normal she appears.
They can't sing just as well. Nobody can.
Grant that the girl may not identify each note as such but her rendition is what matters most. She's genius of her chosen craft. Am sure Puccini is appreciating her interpretation. I don't doubt that. She has the innate confidence of a soprano, and the emotion of a giant performer.
*+aaron catta*
The spoken language in the video is Dutch. The song itself is in Italian.
sorry... italian is more enjoyable to listen.. :)
Girl is talented but here's same problem.. child at that age should not sing at this way... yet...
Klaus Kuusela I agree - it's almost child abuse.
Amazing talent she is truly a great singer her voice amazing
There is a professional singing lesson guide on singany.com/fastsinginglessons for anyone who wants to sing better.
Klaus Kuusela ok if children like her age shouldn't sing like older men & women (so what are you trying to say). Then explain to the world about Jackie Evancho's voice...why it sounds like a grown woman when she sings (go ask God or Jesus). + In my opinion I think these (that) kids have the voice & sings better than these singers-(justin bieber, beyonce, one direction, lady gaga, rhianna, kesha,rebecca black, & etc.) we have today cause we need more GOOD voices & less BAD voices.
Actually if she feels she wishes to sing who are you and any one else to stop her? You can't and by the looks of it it is her choosing. Now the issue would be does the world change her and expect to much from her is what you should be asking.
aujourd'hui, j'ai 80 ans, et toi tu en as 20!!! Bon anniversaire à toi qui chante comme je t'ai entendue in utero quand ma maman chantait à l'Opéra de Paris en 1944! Tu as réveillé en moi de puissants souvenirs et je t'écoute souvent avec joie!!!! Merci, et longue vie à toi !!
Damn! I Today is Sept 2019 and I am still watching this since 2013!
Me, December 2019
Me too😀
@@sanggalaubinsinggarung350 well!... since you just comment, I'm watching again and today is Sept 2020! 😂
And now 'tis July 2021!
That was one of the best performances from a child that young that I have ever heard. On top of everything else she is incredibly poised and has great stage presence. Pretty,sweet and incredibly talented.
one of the best performances of all time.. amazing but she is a very old soul.. very old
16fanlakers1 ...... Eight months later Amira took it a step further with her performance in front of over 15,000 on stage with conductor Andre Rieu. The kid is absolutely FEARLESS under pressure. Amazing.
She doesn't feel no pressure at all. Born with God given angelic voice and put on this Earth to perform on the biggsest stages.
16fanlakers1, Well put.
THIS IS the MOST incredible performance it has been my extreme pleasure to witness! It's not that Amira was ONLY 9 when she did this but the look of COMPLETE shock & amazement on the faces of the judges. NO matter how many times I watch THIS it is just like seeing it for the very first TIME!
Yip.
For all these years, since the performance of this cute little beautiful creature at HGT 2013, all fans admire Amira's facial expressions, her often closed eyes. However, I will say that the parents were mainly worried about the harmony of her teeth, but the fact is that she has lumenophobia, fear of bright light, and there is a need to correct this - by eating more carrots and fresh carrot juice so that all the works are saturated with unique facial expressions and body movements inherent in Amira.
The fact she was Genuinely surprised, says it all. Such a glorious gift, with humility to match. ❤
I've listened to this 1000 times and for what ever the reason have cried each time.
Same
Same here
Same
One of the really special moments of this is when Amira receives her golden ticket and runs to her brother. Such innocent joy in her facial features and the way she ran to give her brother and father a hug!
in 5 seconds after Admira had started to sing it was obvious - that this game is over , and that new superstar had been born. I hope one day I will have the privillige to hear Her Majesty alive..
Love this version the best. Even better than the latter "refined" versions. Such soul.
Angels are real I just heard one.
theretiringbarber let’s not be silly. We heard the voice of a human girl.
phildpain More a human goat.
@@zzzut And you must be a human insect! So insignificant!!!
@@phildpain Have you ever hear about metaphors???
@@phildpain you are disgusting
I will NEVER,EVER understand the logic of people who listen to Amira singing here and THEN go and give a 'thumbs down'! To me? that is an act of either pure jealousy or plain stupidity. Either way! they are ALL completely lacking when it comes to recognising a very rare and beautiful talented voice when they here 1. Grrrrrrrrrrr
1wannabee1 If your brain dead it's all you can manage to do, pathetic really.....
as my mum used to say, 'if you cant think of anything nice to say? say nothing!'
May be mistake bros.
people often click thumbs down if they don’t want more similar videos recommended to them
Brennen Siemens true
1st of October 2019 still watching it still blows me away
Agree! October 5, 2019
Amazing!!!! I loved it. 12 October 2019
stunning! what a voice! came out of the little girl!
25 october 2019! Still here!!
bloody fantastic
Have watched this hundreds of times. It never fails to lift me up.
Every time I hear this little girl singing does not matter what song she sings, I get tears in my eyes.
When you see her in this clip just before she'll start singing as she takes a deep breath leaving everything outside. Just like she goes into a trance. A judge jumping around they're talking to each other, and this did not disturb her. She just kept on singing. This is what separates good singers from being great singers and Amira is a great singer. When she hits those high notes ... she makes it seem (just like a walk in the park) DAMN she's good and now a few years later, even better. Thanks Amira
me too she is unique
Kim Jensen
I can watch this a million times and won't get tired. I love her.
Absolutely. Haven't reached a million yet, but approaching. Her voice is amazing. Her expressions are great (loved the run back to her brother & father), as was the expression by the guy at the right (smiling in enjoyment & shaking his head in unbelief). The two on the right were distracting. Could have done w/o the song overlay at the end.
musica marco paulo
Maria Barros
bob mundon
yes, me too.
Incredible to believe that this beautiful voice comes from a nine year old old child...she is truly blessed
How many people wish they could give this little girl a hug like Gordon got too. Give a thumbs up.
I have watched this over and over and over for months!!! I follow her but find myself watching this one the most. It brings tears to my eyes every single time!! I just want to hug her!!!!!!! I am so proud of her!!! She is so precious!!!!❤
You know, even if she could not sing at all, your life would still be so enriched by her presence. What a lovely little angel. God bless her.
You aren't alone. Is hard not cry listening her.
This is progress.... a nine years old girl who sings Puccini because she listened it on RUclips. Great job girl.
17 February 2014 : Amira has completed the recording of her first CD. The CD entitled simply 'Amira' is recorded under the Sony label and includes the three arias performed on Holland's Got Talent. The release date is 31 March 2014.
International viewers may Google this EAN number to find local stockists of the CD:
EAN 0888430559622
Bremmer Mandrake I believe that it will be released next month in April in the US & UK. I have been pushing Amazon US to list it for presale in the US. Sony is probably not letting them prelist it. If I have read right this CD is Platinum before it is released in the Netherlands next week. Talented Young Musicians can correct me if I am wrong about this.
Gerald Weg The official launch of Amira's CD takes place tomorrow 22 March 2014 in the Netherlands. The CD was supposed to be available online for download from last week but hopefully that will also happen tomorrow.
The hard copy of the CD will be available in the Netherlands from 31 March but it will be another week or two before it is available in other countries. I too am convinced that this CD will go Platinum very quickly.
***** Now available for pre-order at Amazon US.
Gerald Weg
Dieser Artikel wird am 30. Mai 2014 erscheinen.
Talented Young Mysticism
What a talent!!!! It is one of the best voices that my ears have heard. Amira is almost the same as Maria Callas. I love this song. I am a fan, thanks for sharing.
I always come back to watch this outstanding performance once in a while. She is such a great singer. Always gives me chills when she hits the high notes. Wotds cant describe how beautiful her voice is.
15 seconds in she won our hearts & when she held that gorgeous note near the end our very souls cried.Who would of thought a 9 year old little Dutch girl would change the lives of Millions.Amira did with that REGAL sound and personality."Happy Birthday Nijmegen Nightingale & here's to the Next 100.
No matter how many times I watch Amira's performance here, each time seems like a new experience.
A truly amazing performance for someone so young!
She in my school
Truly one of the most amazing performances ever!!!!!
Considering her age, yes. This was unbelievable. But I was kind of disappointed when I heard how she sounds today. It wasn’t extraordinary by any means. It was surprising - during all these years I would have expected something entirely else since she would have so much more potential. I doubt she has gotten any proper education/training. She really should - it’s not too late…yet.
She puts this Opera song in another level. What a voice. What a focus. She keep it simple but wonderful
Katy Perry's "Roar" near the end as background music is so right on. Amira roared and the world heard her. After her first album, she at age 10 founded a charity the Willighagen's Gelukskinders foundation to build playgrounds for poor children. Not only a super-talent, but one with a heart of gold.
JS omg it's wonderful :')
To quote Amira, she "can't sing pop." She has something within her that demands great music. A 9-year-old with dignity and soul.
Ím glad she can't sing pop... and actually sing good/beautiful music instead.
Someday maybe, she will...Amira so talented...a runner also.
This is way better than pop!!
Opera is much harder to sing than pop
Fall down on your knees and adore her, she is heaven sent, she is so special, God bless her.
After watching this for a thousands time... Still always amazed like the first time!! Unbelievable.
On hearing this tremendous performance it looks like the rest of the contestants were looking for a bus home.
Andrew, she did go on to win the contest. Amira Wellihagen has 2 Channels. If you type her name into the search bar with the Phrase "Channel" after it will FLAG the gateway links to both channels at the top of the search.
She won by getting more than 50 percent of the votes and is now a star with a fan base that spans the globe.
It does span the globe, but unfortantally it isn't concentrated. Its one of her weaknesses right now as well as not receiving as much support from Africa as she did in Holland. But to be fair, now Holland counts as abroad fans which is concentrated, so if she travels back to Holland, she can have a hall performance. But she loses some always doing that because she has to FLY and pay for a hotel. Her new performances in Africa is a simple thrust of her voice to support 3 men in group measure. They allow her to sing every 4 lines.
ChatBoxGuy - do you have the GIC 2016 and 2017 DVDs? I think you do not, or you would know better than to make such a statement.
Actually, well I don't. But, DVD's are a presentation made by other people. What they say can be open to interpretation. From what I have noticed, there is a LARGE number of fans. Amira isn't absent of listeners. But I am saying that outside of the concentration of Holland, they are scattered. Meaning a lot of them are separated. Combined to one location the numbers rise. This is totally not Amira's fault because Opera is this way in the FIRST basis. I can say that I love certain types and styles. But if I turn to the people around me, a large number would say "No, I do not care for that music." I am not saying Amira or Opera isn't dead, but this is how it is. They present image, and on youtube we can gather. Its why Amira's channel sores. As for the people where she has lived, I conclude that I am right as well there. They don't seek to like Amira, they seek to keep her at a distance in South Africa, the other men who control the stage, view her as competition. Amira, wants to just play as equals and be friends. But the area she is in is a whole different creature of Holland ready to accept the budding star. Opera, is one of the most creatures of music that can be loved, it is also a thing which creatures PRETEND to be freinds, but are not. They pulled a very age old trick on Amira to keep her voice from being exposed so people will know it. These men when there not on stage are saying short quips no doubt that she done some charity work and she is aspiring so we were just returning the favor and her voice isn't really...well the best close up or that there are issues while she does have a good set of vocals. But, the new status is different from 2017 in my statement as the 2016 and 2017 DVD's are likely made in 2015, BEFORE Amira moved to South Africa. So IE, image and time can change things. I do believe Amira has a TON of talent though, and the shut out IS super annoying. Everything I have to say has a basis, it takes one who is willing to consider the style of others. The other men she sang with, I can tell they have a goal. In time she might win, but the fact is Amira has never played this kind of poker before. These men have. Its rude, mean, and dirty. These men do it because they fear Amira will take over the stage. I don't believe she would, but she would want some seperate performances. This area seems to be a bit more active in a Opera Competitive style.
who’s back watching this on 2018
I do ,,
I do 22.01.2018r.
And I'll do it in 2019 too
I am!
This year, next year and forever!!!
Notice at the end of the intro just before she starts singing Amira breathes out and relaxes her body. She put herself into the ZONE. Her voice is amazing. AND she sings with FEELING which most young singers don't. Bravo!
beautiful normal 9 year old girl but when she begins to sing, she settles into "character and her voice sounds so grown up." an amazing talent and a future star. may she keep her innocence and charm. whenever you become worried about the future, listen to this child. :-)
Quite astonishing that she had no previous formal singing lessons and was singing purely self taught and on instinct, just imagine how great she'll become handed over to the right people in a classical singing conservatoire. To draw a comparison with the legendary Maria Callas at just 9 years of age is an incredible feat in itself.
That's really bad. She doesn't have real vebrato, it's tremelo. And she is straining her vocal cords I can hear it. I'm a trained vocal coach for opera singers. I know a thing or two.
Maybe you should coach soccer instead. Can't stand most opera singers. Love Amiras voice,tone,pitch,vebrato or tremelo or whatever .Glad your not her coach. That's the problem with being trained , your doing something the way someone else did . Not very original such as teaching yourself how to sing.
amelia porges she learned since then... No worries
Are you sure you are an opera coach? Just to let you know the correct terms are vibrato and tremolo.
Thank you, I was just about to write that.
Amira said in an interview that when she is singing, she's not a little girl. She's just in the music.
I have seen this performance 1000000 times since 2013, and each time I feel the same awe, overwhelming emotion that bring tears to my eyes.
Emilio, I just wrote a similar comment. No matter how many times I've watched Amira's audition, I smile through tears throughout the entire performance. Simply Beautiful!!! PEACE to ALL.
Ditto!!! I smile through tears each time I watch. PEACE to ALL.
Love the way she hugs her brother afterwards. Obviously a lovely family too.
How could 5.4 thousand people dislike this??? Shes amazing
They hit the button by accident?!!!!
Dylan Emanuel they have poop in their ears I guess
They’re jealous
They just absolutely cannot like opera.
@@arkanabar , I’ve never liked opera, but when I accidentally stumbled across this video....well, I’ve watched it 50+ times in two weeks and shared it with everyone I know. She is absolutely MAGNIFICENT!
This child has enormous depth of feeling. She exudes a loveliness that goes beyond voice. She is a great talent. I keep coming back to this video whenever I need to feel joy.
i keep watching this at least once a week.. who does the same here?
Out of the millions who have seen this video, I too keep coming back to Amira. I've been watching it several times a week ... I felt sad the other morning and I tuned in to Amira ... Angelic voice, beautiful demeanor ... Her sweet little facial expression when Chantel asked if she had lessons ... she looked a little confused until Chantel worded the question differently and Amira said she did not have lessons. Yes, she is incredible. (PEACE .... Sheila Burns)
Only once a week. I watch and listen almost every day in my office at least once.
Amira is filling a need. I watch her every day. Reminds me of a young Korean girl violinist I used to see on RUclips. She had a regular following.
Wandra Bharasepta me as well
I cannot stop watching her especially this one
I am watching this In 2023 and I think she has the most beautiful voice. Makes me cry she is so good
As I write this Amira has been seen by over 25 million viewers. I think we all knew back in 2013 that she would be great. She is !!
+brian barnett - I think that 2003 is a little early she was not even born yet I think you meant to say 2013.
Thank you Gerald Weg. I have corrected it
Humanity have not invented good enough words and meanings to describe how incredible this performance was! Feeling blessed!
This is God's gift to humankind! Nothing less. What angelic singing!!!
I don't hear Maria Callas in this, I felt her approach much closer to Montserrat Caballé's, but still outstanding and angelic. This is trully amazing and I always come back from time to time, since it never fails to bring me peace and joy.