There are GREAT PEOPLE on this world. These musicians are a prime example!

Artists like these make you realize that we belong to something bigger than ourselves. Alison is such a remarkable talent as they all are.

The voice of Iestyn Davies makes me cry of joy ... and the trumpet of Alison Balsom "sings" with him divinely. Such a happiness is still possible in this world. Thanks to the music and all the musicians !

What excellent musicians! A beautiful, crystal clear trumpet sound, as beautiful as Alison herself. Well, and the countertenor: first class! All credit to Trevor Pinnock, who masterfully recreates true Baroque music.

@Xipheas

Жыл бұрын

He's a bit affected though. No need to put his finger in his ear!

I don't know how to describe this music, but all I can say sitting 7000 miles away somewhere in southern India, it was soul soothing and touched every cell in the body. Congratulations to this talented team.

@jorjacho2002

Жыл бұрын

La música no se describe Se siente. Y este es el mayor ejemplo. Pasa de los oídos directamente al alma Brsvo brsvisimo Gracias Alisson eres la mensajera perfecta de los sentimientos más profundos Desde Uruguay te saludo con mi máxima admiración y respeto

@JoseMasoso

10 ай бұрын

​@@jorjacho2002❤

Damn that man can sing, pure magic. The trumpet was a sheer beautiful thing to hear. Thank you.

@james5796

2 ай бұрын

Very seldom have a heard a trumpet and voice in beautiful harmony as we hear I this magnificent piece!! Bravo, and thanks to all of you

Lestyn Davies singing is out of this world and the whole group is superb. I have to repeatedly listen to this performance. Thank you

@laurab9867

4 ай бұрын

Lestyn Davies.. who?? I am totally mesmerized by this person's 'outwordly' voice. Thank you for sharing his name. ❤

@starlucanyaart

Ай бұрын

Thanks to give the name, i didn't knew this singer and i loved how he sing

Alison is a superb ambassador for music from British composers! Her impeccable talent couples well with the talent of our finest composers and players, and leaves me proud to be British , even though I'm not proud of our politics! Well done Allison, and keep up the good work!

@dst0212

4 ай бұрын

Ich muss dich leider, auch nach 4 Jahren verbessern, diese Herliche Musik stammt von Händel und Händel war Deutscher an der Saale geboren. Tut mir leid

This is one whole group of fantastically talented musicians. Every one of them is a supreme artist, not just the trumpeter and countertenor.

@carmellovelock2870

4 жыл бұрын

Indeed.

@timothyj1966

3 жыл бұрын

just stumbled on this ...what a collection of Artists! Perfection!

It's not just the stunning musicality and technique on display, it's the life enhancing effect it has. And I'm another one who keeps returning to this clip. Magical music making indeed!

Stunning work by everyone - Alison, Iestyn, Trevor, The English Concert. So moving and wonderful...

@seanleith5312

3 жыл бұрын

Except for the composer. Handle's music is royal music, made for the palace, for the king, therefore are lack of depth. People say Haydon composed 24 copies of the same symphony, but at least Haydon was the father of all symphonies.

@flelgrorf7577

Жыл бұрын

what are you talking about? handel composed many different pieces in many different genres and even if he didn't that wouldn't mean his wonderful musick lacks depth

@Musicdok

Ай бұрын

@@seanleith5312Are you kidding?

It is a privilege to watch such talented and dedicated musicians playing such wonderful music.

All these musicians are treasures of the human race! A masterpiece performance!

What a beautiful counter-tenor voice, complimented so perfectly by the trumpet. Mesmerising!!

@danielbillingsley74

4 жыл бұрын

He’s freakin amazing. Very traditional English alto sound.

@rexhowells7015

3 жыл бұрын

Yes perfect, absolutely amazing

@xcesar4impx666

3 жыл бұрын

ABSOLUPTLY !!!

@AvanHillenburg

3 жыл бұрын

I always cry at that song

@TheCimbrianBull

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, very beautiful indeed. I closed my eyes and his singing gave me goosebumps. The power and beauty of music.

My goodness, I am head over heels in love with this wonderful young woman. I am 78 and 6,000 miles away, will of course never meet her, but I call on all the Gods on Olympus to grant her long life, good health, and happiness, and to clear the way for her continue to make magnificent music for forever and a day. She is so fantastic and wonderful!

@mckavitt13

7 жыл бұрын

So are you! ☺

@robertdeland3390

4 жыл бұрын

Yes and yes again I'm 79 and feel the same way. Wow, just Wow.

@audentesfortunajuvat3297

4 жыл бұрын

wow @donald P Grant Iwonder how to be in love when you are already 78 yrs old? may you spent the remaining of your life happy and full of love. i hope I could be in love like you when Im 78 also and reach your age. btw im 46 right now and happily married

@hugocord6307

4 жыл бұрын

Divina ! Maravilhosa

@stewartmarshall4112

4 жыл бұрын

Yes Indeed! I am 67 and heartily agree she is quite adorable;.and of course to jhear her playing, and the music of Purcell in general, is absolute Heaven.

What impresses me about this young lady is how deeply she feels the music. It seems to come from deep in her soul and flow right out of the bell. Intense.

@CornetBlues

Жыл бұрын

💯

One of the most beautiful tone qualities I've heard on the instrument.

Moved to tears on the middle piece. The way Alison Balsam and Iestyn Davies' passages meld together, balanced, beautiful in their expressions, and neither seeking to outdo the other but play glorious music together. I missed performing so much when I watched this. What a gift to the world. Thank you all.

@davidclayborne3228

2 жыл бұрын

Great duets with Ms. Balsom and Mr. Davies. Shared this with a friend today!

@BufferlowBill

Жыл бұрын

Yes it was such a beautiful harmony of trumpet twice I heard

@BufferlowBill

Жыл бұрын

Voice and trumpet I mean

@james5796

2 ай бұрын

Yes I heard the harmony in the middle of first part - so exquisite

This wonderful work by Handel with the trumpet so expertly played--I broke down and sobbed very hard.

Iestyn, the Countertenor is the best That I have heard in my years. What a fabulous voice teamed with Alison!~

Beautiful music, beautiful musicians, beautiful woman! They make our lives worthwhile! Thank you all!

What gorgeous and glorious musick! I could not restrain tears at Purcell's "Sound the Trumpet". England had these two enormous geniuses within a similar time period. How blessed were the English! Bravissimi Balsom, the singer Davies, Pinnock and the English Consort.

22/10/2022 Can't help but come back again to listen to Iestyn and Alison. I swear that even the angels in heaven come down to earth just to hear them perform!

@user-pf8fe7jl3r

9 ай бұрын

,Who from 2023?

I was in a dark mood until I found this on KZread. ..Just incredible. ..The Sun has come out.

Alison Balsom is a pleasure to listen to. Her musicianship is so...regal. Her tone is spot on and she aces every different trumpet in the repertoire.

WOW! The trumpet of Alison Balsom is beyond description. And without Alison it is only cold metal. THIS is music!

@mckavitt13

7 жыл бұрын

Well said.

@CornetBlues

Жыл бұрын

💯

@user-ih9it5bu4i

3 ай бұрын

is she Nancy from the little house ??

OH MY GOD. Eternal Source of Light so exceptionally well done. I am in tears.

All I can say is AWESOME. I played trumpet at school for the cadet band, as well as during my military service. This lady shows what can be done with this wonderful instrument. And she is beautiful as well. I have a wide spectrum of musical interests from death metal to classical, but this is just inspirational. Fantastic.

A very beautiful rendition of Handel works by talented artists, Alison, Lestyn, et al.

The warmth of sound from that baroque trumpet is Amazing! The style and skill Alison Balsom displays with that instrument is as beautiful to watch as the sound is to listen to. Bravo. Encore!!

It is truly beautuful when voice and trumpet blend together, absolutely magic.

What a magical, wonderful, precise recording session. Such an amazing musical balance and respect between the natural trumpet, voice, conductor and orchestra. I also watched the film several times in order to understand the church recording setup. Just mind blowing! Ms. Balsom is an exceptionally artist.

A beautiful sound for sure.This is how I like the trumpet to be heard.The counter tenor is absolutely fantastic.

Baroque trumpet, what a beautiful sound!

I have this clip on loop every day! What a fantastic story, music, people, instruments! Alison is amazing and beautiful person and musician. But this counter-tenor.... OMG!!!! Can't get enough of them, bouncing from joy, singing and playing baroque. More please!

Ms Balsom's musical talent only enhances her personal beauty even more, bravo

When I hear either Purcell or Handel I feel royal. I just love their use of the trumpet, it is so regal in their masterful hands.

Probablement une des vidéos que j'ai les plus regardées et écoutées sur youtube : la musique est superbe, A Balsom est superbe et joue magnifiquement, Iestyn Davies a une voix remarquable et enfin Trevor Pinnock dégage une énergie contagieuse en particulier dans les séquences où il joue debout devant son clavecin, peu différent en cela d'un musicien d'un groupe de rock.... ; voyez et écoutez ; une pépite !

It hurts me that I can hit the like button one time only!

I just tripped over this. At 5:10 I almost burst into tears recalling me and my then wife performing Eternal Source of Light Divine. I haven't played my trumpet in years and this reminded me of what I've missed. Stunning.

As a trumpet, I am amazed by that insane playing. As a soprano, I almost cried when the man started singing. Wow.

@lsbrother

4 жыл бұрын

you're a soprano and a trumpet - that is unusual!

@arthurgiorgo114

3 жыл бұрын

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@kitstr

3 жыл бұрын

Me too, waves of goosebumps through my body - for the musicians, and Handel's glorious notes.

@theobolt250

3 жыл бұрын

I believe that gorgeous voice is called a counter tenor? Blew me away no less. 😄

@mllesamedi84

2 жыл бұрын

@@kitstr Purcell, my dear! 🎶

Alison is angelic; a gift from God. Inspiring millions of musicians around the world to seek perfection and share the beauty of music. Iestyn Davies and Trevor Penick too have contributed mightily. This rendition of Handel's Eternal Source of Light Divine is the greatest song in this world-truly this belongs before the throne of God and God himself.

@jorgedraycott6032

7 жыл бұрын

scott graham she isn't that good as she has only got to where she is by sleeping with people and working her way up

@WKruit-oh3ce

7 жыл бұрын

Jorge Draycott, are you able to play that good? Please keep your foul comment to yourself! Nobody is interrested!!

@jorgedraycott6032

7 жыл бұрын

scott graham almost, and to be fair I'm only 15

@WKruit-oh3ce

7 жыл бұрын

Jorge Draycott, yes, and it shows. Please grow up, before you use grown-up language!

@oldman719

7 жыл бұрын

You are an idiot Jorge Draycott. Grow up.

Has Purcell ever been so exuberant before? This is truly stunning!

I don't have count of how many times I've listened to this video, and it never fails to put me in a better mood. Closing my eyes and listening to the vocal performance of Iestyn Davis together with the rest of the ensemble brings me to a place with less stress, fewer problems and an overall better state. Thank you all for this wonderful experience. Wish I could experience a live concert with you all

Absolutely heavenly and mesmerizing!!! Iestyn sings like an eternal angel and Alison's mastery of the trumpet is beyond compare. Together with Trevor, they earn the right to perform before the Lord himself. So divine!!!

Joyous! Alison Balsom and Iestyn Davies are brilliant.

This is probably my 50th time watching/listening to this video, never gets tiring. Fascinating to watch.

@WKruit-oh3ce

7 жыл бұрын

jazzy jeff, same here!

@josshawthorn1801

7 жыл бұрын

Me too - at 5 mins onwards, Iestyn is just so sublime, I am moved every time.

@InigoTyR

7 жыл бұрын

jazzy jeff absolutely the same specially the slow motion at the beggining

@alexluther1914

7 жыл бұрын

Just 50? Keep up, my son! :) Marvelous, isn't it? Love it, I do!

@paulmartiny3250

7 жыл бұрын

Gary Moore . .

Einfach wunderschön... Technik, Harmonie, Stimme und der Klang dieser Trompete. Zwei Meister ihres Fachs. Gratulation!

@ronaldmessina4229

Ай бұрын

Y porqué hay que traducir al anglosajón?😢 el anglosajón no 👎 tiene nada de la gracia necesaria para hacer traducciones, en cambio el DEUTSCH es completamente válido para hacerse entender mundialmente ❤😊

Absolutely the best rendition of Handels's "The source of light divine" I have ever listened to!

@RhapsodyOfJoy

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. I have listened to scores and scores of countertenors, altos and sopranos singing it. Mr Davies really does bring a certain "lustre" (to borrow from Mr Handel's libretto 😉) to the piece. Together with Ms Balsom, and the entire ensemble really, this is absolutely EXQUISITE 💐

I can't think of anyone else who can make the baroque trumpet sound so sweet - but still with all the overtones, and incredibly expressive.

When I play this video for my classes on Music History, they almost faint away! "Divine" is an understatement! I wish people wouldn't forget the guy who CREATED the music, however. His name was Henry Purcell, and he was just as great as (gasp!) Handel! (Are you allowed to SAY this?!) And lived only a relatively few years-- amazing what he turned out-- including this piece. Sort of the Mozart of the Baroque period. Listen to the whole thing- "Come Ye Sons of Art"--- every part is almost unspeakable in its beauty. Congrats to all, especially Purcell!

I cannot help commenting on this piece of music and video. The best music of them all. The trumpet, the countertenor, the harpsichordist, the Handel, the Purcell, and the team, they all come together for the music for a very short time, which makes it more attractive. Thank you all. I will play it many more times.

Heavenly music, stunning talents, striking beauty, a delight for the ears and the eyes. 10+/10

Wow. This made me really emotional. This is probably the best playing and singing I have ever heard. Absolutely astonishing.

Iestyn Davies, the tenor is astounding and such a great compliment to the perfection of Alison's Trumpet... WOW

Hearing her gush about Pinnock is absolutely adorable. And correct, I might add.

Just how heavenly is that!!! Iestyn's golden voice just fits in nicely with Alison's smooth trumpet!

Too marvelous for words. She can hold her own in any company.

Looks like they're having SUCH FUN in the process. Trevor Pinnock must be a joy to perform with! God bless them all, and keep up the great work.

Glorious, majestic, heart and soul lifting music performed by consumate professionals. Truly wonderful! Thankyou all

as a female trumpet player, alison balsom is always so inspiring

Heavenly playing and singing. I am a fan of Alison Balsom. She is a fantastic Trumpet player. Bravo!!

If you don't like trumpet, listen to Alison Balsom,... and you'll change your mind ! Wonderful, magic sound and. Very clean.

History will look back in awe on this.

Alison Balsom is not only an amazing musician, but the stylistic integrity with which she with amazing virtuosity is simply stunning. Bravo to Ms.Balsom. Pinnock and Davies are also flawless in their incredible performances. Wonderful music very well performed by all.

@benjaminfavre2567

6 жыл бұрын

Mike Horton 9r

@STUMPYELF1

5 жыл бұрын

Awful! This is appalling. I suggest you get out more!

its breath taking and also soothing to hear such a beautiful instrument like the trumpet just singing and blending with the violins and not over powering it this was truly soothing

@gavinmillar7519

2 жыл бұрын

You're right

Counter tenor and trumpet- great combination, great to see the venues down here in New Zealand, visited the globe years ago, but we're kind of stuck here a bit due to the planes all suffering from covid. May they get well soon.

What a beautiful trumpet sound. Ms Balsom has an extraordiary technique and an exceptionally good ear for harmony.

@jesuisjamaiscontent

6 жыл бұрын

Iestyn Davies is similarly talented,

Thank you so much Alison, I really really enjoyed watching you playing this music 🎵 with such amazing passion and sensitivity too. I’ve listened to you on Classic FM, and I really really love ❤️ seeing you in real life, which is 200% better than just listening to you. Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags

Regular visitor here. Never get tired of hearing the angels sing and play.

When I see People playing and singing and conducting this beautiful way, my heart is growing. Thank You all.

Thank you Trevor Pinnock and the English Concert, Alison Balsom thank you for using your God given talent to bless the world! Thank you all for keeping Handel and other great t Barogue Masters' music alive!

@ernestmilligan5462

7 жыл бұрын

VossMinistries Channel1 nee

Ethereal! That trumpet. That voice. Thank-you, thank-you.

This is the most wonderful piece of music for a stressed modern soul of to day. This will be the music I will that be played by my funeral!

I think I can always tell Trevor Pinnock conducting, been a fan a long time, but the trumpet and soprano are knockouts too! GREAT!

@dreamlookautodetailingauto3353

2 жыл бұрын

I remember growing up seeing her as a little girl on Little house on the prairie, now grown into this beautiful woman who plays such beautiful, passionate music with her trumpet 🎺 ❤. Bravo to her & her fellow musical friends for playing such beautiful music 🎶 !!! Love to meet her someday...

At the minute 5,15 I started to cry being overwhelmed by this God's given music ...

Julliard perfection under outstanding accustics for all musicians...great performance and, should be required viewing to all academia seeking careers in music...these artists employ their skills to greatness and emulate a dying craft for devotees of superb classic music...may just stimulate young talent to pursue the finest scores worldwide!

This is exquisite and truly represents what can be accomplished when incredibly talented people come together to share their skills to benefit of us all

I hitherto only knew of Maurice Andre, but seeing and listening to an instagramable beauty playing like an angel with a feather. Tops.

Superb! I should think this is as close as it gets to being authentic, performed beautifully on baroque instruments. As well as the faultless and wonderful Alison, the vocal soloist and all other musicians are as good as it gets, thank you for making me happy x

A écouter en boucle, à pleurer de joie, tant de beauté, de bonheur, d'optimisme, d'énergie, de talent !!!

I have always loved the trumpet and this young lady is the best I’ve heard. I was impressed with the sound the ancient trumpet made, beautiful. May she enjoy and share her talent for years to come.

I heard this piece of music for the first time on Something Understood, presented by Mark Tully on Christmas Day and I was floored by the beauty and perfection. I'm not sure who was playing it, but I found this one on KZread and I cannot believe I am so late to this and the Alison Balsom phenomenon. I keep playing it over and over again and each time I am so moved by it. I've listened to other versions that are also beautiful renditions and technically superb, but it is this one I keep listening to. It's one of those rare recordings where everything falls into place and you are transported by the perfection. It is as near to perfection as any piece of music ever heard. The way her playing and his singing complement each other and how they listen and understand is amazing as is the breath control. The ensemble playing is exemplary. Also, hats off to the director for filming and editing this video so well. Great to see geniuses at work without showing off or detracting from the musicians. Many, many thanks for sharing this amazing video recording, I can't thank you enough.

BREATHTAKING! ! Simply divine and inspiring. Done with such emotion and perfect harmony. Thank you all, and I hope you continue to give your great talent to humanity for many years to come.

Congratulations to all you performers: this impels Purcell's music into the twenty-first century. Like Alison Balsom's clarino trumpet, Iestyn Davies's upper-register male voice is breathtakingly flawless.

She’s not just a pretty face! What a talent!

Thank you for bringing the light of God through Handel and others. The classical beautiful music of that age uplift the world. Deo Vindice

This should be broadcasted worldwide when this pandemic is behind us.

The trumpet and the countertenor were both magnificent! Thanks!

By far the most beautiful and talented trumpettist!

Ahora entiendo porque eres GRANDE Alison Balsom,...te juntas con gente sencilla, con gente buena a practicar...Y con que alegría que lo hacen....Y Iestyn Davies seguro que debería ser parte de tu tribu........bien....Gracias WarnerClassics por compartir.

I cant go a day without listening to Alison and the tenor.And compliments to all the accompanying players. Lifts my spirits to the sky

Wonderfull Alison, great player and what a wondefull accent! a pleasure to listen to your music but also to your speaking!

Playing music--a gift from God. Who would have thought any of this could be done.

She speaks perfect English, no Southern accent, no toff "orf"; is like she travelled a lot maybe at British forces overseas bases. SO talented! so beautiful and I am sure super nice. Thank you for your music. "No cambiar nada!"

Einen solch klaren Klang aus einem Instrument ohne Ventile herauszuholen erfordert eine große Meisterschaft!

Listening to performers like Ms. Balsom makes me want to practice. Through out school I was always behind 2 very talented lady trumpeters. Her performances are just wonderful.

Wow, such musical perfection (or as close to it I think one human can get) What a joy it is to listen to her play and what joy it must bring her to share her talent. I must also give credit to her manager for producing these videos, showcasing both her awesome talent and taking full advantage of her looks. it is, after all, theater and one must sell the product to a wide audience, the proceeds of which make it possible for all of us to enjoy her music.

Baroque music is the best. Love you for your delight in it and thanks for brining it to us here👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

WHEN YOU PLAY SOUND THE TRUMPET I CAN NEVER GET ENOUGH . I HAVE LESINED TO YOUR MUSIC AND YOU ALLWAYS BRING ME TO TERS AS YOU HAVE THE ABILITEY TO BRING THE ABSULATE FULLNES OF THAT PEACE TO THE FOR.. I CAN LESON TO YOU ALL DAY AND NIGHT. YOU ARE THE VERY BEST. I AM A 78 YEAR OLD MAN WITH TERMANALL LUNG PROOBLEMS I AM IN THE LAST STAGES OF THIS AND QUITE FRAANKLEY MY WIFE AND I DID NOT EXPECT TO SHARE THIS HOLIDAY SEASSON TOGATHER. SENDING YOU MY LOVE AND RESPECT FROM DOWN UNDER