I find it absolutely hilarious yet relatable that you kept forgetting that it was all Geoff, and then immediately remembering that it _is_ just Geoff. The dude just makes you forget that he's the only one singing.

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Hahah! You really do forget that they’re all Geoff! 😂

For those who don't like your pausing to give your analysis, there's this great new invention that's just come out: Geoff's original video! 😎 Seriously, after enjoying your fine reaction, all of us should go over to Geoff's video, showing him some love and support, and not try to get the fruits of his labors here. You're giving us the fruits of _your_ labors! And well worth it!

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Ah thank you! Exactly, watch the original 😁 it truly is fabulous!

@stuartfaulds1580

2 жыл бұрын

very true, but the reaction pauses are at least half the fun of watching the reaction video's at least in my own opinion

As I've said before, Ms. Glatzhofer is one of the most enjoyable reactors to watch. The fact that she's very knowledgeable is nice, but not as important as her contagious enthusiasm and sheer joy.

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Ah thank you 😊

Geoff has said this is his favourite Carol and it shows!

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Oh definitely!

When he first started singing professionally he was a professional caroler and he would sing this song.

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Ah so lovely!

@janetdw

2 жыл бұрын

In one of his interviews he shows a picture of her and Kathy dressed in Victorian garb. She is tiny!

We might be very familiar with a piece of music, but when Geoff interprets it ... he takes it to a totally new level! His arrangements and voice are spectacular! 🔥🤯💖💯 He thrives on challenges, and I have a feeling we're going to hear him doing more and more runs. A while ago, when VoicePlay did Tennessee Whiskey, he said he couldn't do runs like Eli and J None, but he did it anyway, and it's only gotten better since then. Geoff constantly works on his voice, and never stops amazing me! 🤯👍🎶

As an English and etymology nerd, the fact that he rhymed "mind" and "wind" in the original Middle English pronunciation just warms my heart. I found you recently (hello) and I love your insight. I watch reaction videos to learn more about a song I already love. Why would anyone NOT want you to pause and point out a musician's brilliant hidden details? What ignorance! Please feel free to pause the video as often as needed and delve into things. We already know the song, we want the ANALYSIS.... and shocked looks when Geoff hits those notes, of course! Anyone who doesn't want knowledge should go watch one of those non-musician reactors. You, Peter, Mortius... I love the knowledge you all bestow and your sense of humor. Much love from Oregon!

You are always so energetic and delightful as you fangirl over Geoff! If you want another fun Geoff Christmas song, check out his "Mele Kalikimaka" featuring the American Sirens, it's so catchy!

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yes, watched that one! So fun hahah😊

No one and everyone should be this talented. What a great arrangement of a traditional song, keeping the reverence of the original but tickling the ears with some inventive variations. Now I'm in the holiday spirit.

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly! So clever!

The lyrics’ natural cadence is iambic pentameter. I like the way he added a musical rhythm that emphasizes that. Also, right about 10:20 (this video), there’s also this light, high descending sound almost like strings being plucked or staccato keyboard. VERY nice. I hadn’t noticed that before. I like the way your explain the vocal technique and harmonies. Great reaction!

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! Nice spot 😊

lets be honest, that was exactly the mix of analysis and ..aahhh.. noises I expected. ^^ nicely done :)

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂 can’t be stopped haha

@AirRider1987

2 жыл бұрын

@@JenniferGlatzhofer and it shouldn´t be stopped ;)

I now think of him as Geoff and the Geofftones. It's a bit of a throwback to my young days when singers had names like that. :) Yes it's lovely how he moves from the minor to major to bring resolution. Lovely reacting. I don't mind pauses when people rewind a bit to keep things moving. And yes, this is a much more joyful arrangement.

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha love the name! Thank you 😊

That was great fun. Really enjoyed Geoff's take on this carol as well as your reactions to it. Too funny how you kept catching yourself accidentally referring to other singers (such as, "whoever is on that line" ) Lol. Keep them fun reactions com'in Jen! Looking forward to the next one.

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Haha I know 🙈😂 thank you!

Your antics at the end made me smile ear to ear! Now my face hurts, thank you very much! All kidding aside, I want to be cerealous ( dang it youngun. now you have me making up words!) about your knowledge. You have knowledge! You guessed right away that it was Jeff who sang that note. You made me so proud of you! You didn't disappoint, you tried the low note again. If you ever hit one of Jeff's subharmonic notes I will emulate you and grab my head so it doesn't explode. It would be fun if you were to lip sync one of them and blow our minds! I too love the yogottago notes ( I learn so much from you!) because I gotta go after hearing him sing. Last comment; you still need to listen to Jeff's " The Headless Horseman" even if you don't react to it. I think you would love it! Have a beautiful day!

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha that’s good!! Thank you for watching and commenting as always 😊 and yes, I need to do that!

@DennisKovacich

2 жыл бұрын

His name is Geoff.

Tim Foust of Home Free is another hand man when he sings.

@joeb4142

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

You are one of the few that i don't mind the pausing for comments and analysis. Keep upnthe great work! I am a fellow Voice Play Fan.

8:55 I just realized why he uses his hands. It is for rhythm but also for the editing of the video. I saw that each "Geoff" uses the same hand signals within the phrases .

Jennifer, a lot of other channels have "reaction" videos. Yours is the best. You give true technical coverage, and you have a lovely smile and great comments as well! I am not even a musician and even I appreciate the difference your expertise makes in your reaction videos I instantly subscribed. You are the bomb! Keep 'em coming! Merriest of Christmases! (Oh, and yes, I am a huge Geoff fan as well, so don't feel bad!).... :-)

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Ah thank you! Merry Christmas! And woo 😁

I really enjoyed your analysis and always learn something new. Loved your rendition at the end :-) As a side note, your videos are always noted to be reaction videos with analysis so I expect to hear you talk through it. And if I am watching you do that it usually means I already watched the standalone version. I have watched some reaction videos where they hold all discussion until the end. That just causes me to skip to the end. Now I do understand that, every now and then, Voiceplay or Geoff will put out something that just kind of hits the mute button for surprised reactors, but that's fun too.

I am, for one, always here to listen to your breakdowns and reactions....so yeah, if you don't want that...well, that's just silly cause you are so much fun to watch! I always enjoy finding reactors that enjoy the music and enjoy getting to 'nerd out' on the music/arrangement/video/lighting (whatever their speciality is). Not only do I get to learn new things but often I notice, or they notice and point out, something I never caught before. Geoff really did do a fantastic job with this arrangement (not that he doesn't pretty much always) and while I love his bass (like everyone else) I have to admit, my favorite parts of this version are when he's in the more baritone ranges. His voice is so lovely in that range to me. Great job as always!

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Ah thank you!! 😊 and yes, his upper register really stands out in this piece!

Geoff and the Geoffettes.

One word summary, humour. This is a very playful arrangement and is just fun. :)

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

So much fun!

Greeting to you, jolie Demoiselle ;) Today, I'd LOVE to suggest a brand new song entitled "Here Comes The Storm", from the French Canadian project named "Obscurcis Romancia. Thank you from the bottom of my heart and have a nice day xx

I'm sure that the vast majority of your subscibers want your comments and input. Personally, thanks to you, I learn a lot about music and vocalizatiion. We can listen to the original videos anytime. Thanks for all your hard work and consistantly superb videos. Love your accent. Are you from Texas? 😎

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Ah thank you! And not Texas ahah! From England 😊

Jennifer, I love your reaction and analysis. Geoff is an amazing singer and arranger! I've listened to Geoff for the last 7-8 months and I'm always amazed at his range, from deep bass, to baritone and to tenor. And the faces you make always make me laugh. Keep up the great work and happy holidays!

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you!

@Tiger5672

2 жыл бұрын

@@JenniferGlatzhofer You're welcome

10/10 points for your detailed analysis!

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😁

Love this video, great analysis of a great singer!

Absolutely delightful!

He did two picardy third 🎵🎶

This song is how I learned what a "picardy 3rd" is. Those last major keys in otherwise minor key song made me wonder if there was a name for them

I love the singing Geoffs. The harmonies are so interesting. I enjoy these analysis videos as I learn more about the music. Thanks for your reaction

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment 😁

OMG Jennifer, If you like this one you will be amazed by Geoff's new cover song I'm Dreaming Of A White Christmas ( White Christmas ). You will not believe your ears. This one Topps everything he has ever done. It just released 12-4 at 1:00 pm. This one will blow you away.

Fun and beautiful

So that’s all the same person? OMG! Great reaction - I love that you explain the different elements of the music, the runs, the key changes, the tempo - legato, syncopation, etc., and how they work together, rather than just saying how awesome an artist is. I appreciate the education. Thanks.

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Ah thank you!

Loved your reaction Jen! You are so much fun to watch! Merry Christmas!

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Ah thank you!

Love the Geoff fan club!! Great reaction as always :D

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha yes! Thank you 😊

Geoffs' "solo" covers have gotten more complex and elaborate with time ..... My personal favorite was an earlier on of "Bare/Bear Necessities" ....... don't know if you've done it yet but it's worth the watch ....

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Ah yes!! Watched it already 😊 so good!

Hello Jennifer 👍👌 super video 🎄🎄🎄❤️

When the lifted joins with the bass its like THX Surround. Theres a Picardy third in there as well.

I love your reactions and analyses. Always learn so much. You are a great teacher (sign me up). Looking forward to seeing more Halloween and Christmas reactions. And for those who day you talk too much.... they are jealous because you know your stuff!!! Lol.

@roxannekabotsky2997

Жыл бұрын

#say not day

@JenniferGlatzhofer

Жыл бұрын

Ah thank you!! Yes, looking forward to the spooky and Christmas seasons!! 😁

Gotta love the Picardy Third used at the end...

I have a suggestion for a Christmas song... Sabaton released a song remembering the 1914 Christmas Truce, and it is very emotional.

6:09 lowest note was doubled but least he has multple Geoff's with him and it actually makes sense. All of my favorite bass vocalists throw that effect on. It's one of a few effects like marinating in reverb female Sopranos swim in and i don't mind. In a music video anything goes. The line not to cross is lip-synching or using live autotune in venues that people payed for entry.

Fantastic performance and fantastic reaction! Your enthusiasm and passion is infectious! I'm pretty sure it would be entertaining to watch you buy groceries or fold clothes or hang Christmas ornaments also! Merry Christmas!

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂 I wish it was just as entertaining to do those tasks 😂 thank you!

OMG. That was soooo great!!! Loved your reaction, but really loved Geoff’s version of this song! Such a delight to both watch & hear! Reminds me of the fun I had in hs singing in a show choir. We loved it! Geoff’s voice, like that of Austin Brown & Tim Foust, is such a pleasure to experience! Well done! Go check out #PeterHollens. He does some really awesome stuff, too, & occasionally joins up with #TimFoust & #HomeFree. He also has a beautiful voice!

While Voiceplay and Geoff do a great job with Halloween and Christmas, don't forget to check out some Voctave Christmas songs: O Come, All Ye Faithful (showcasing EJ's talents); Carol of the Bells of Notre Dame; You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch (showcasing the basses);...

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for these suggestions!!! 😊

Trans-Siberian Orchestra meets Geoff - and Geoff looks kind of like he's a modernized Cossack tunic.

This was great! I would love to see you react to his new one, Shenandoah!

PTX has a fantastic version, which was used in the animated Grinch movie

Alllll Geoff. 😂

It shifts from e minor to its parallel major key at 14 mins which is why there is no clash which he repeats at the end.

Hi Jen! On Geoff's high parts here, the harmonies he's singing seem to be similar notes to other high harmonies he does on other songs (Sixteen Tons, Headless Horseman, Monster Mash, etc.). As if someone else singing the notes would be instantly recognizable as singing a 'Geoff harmony'. Is there a name for the combinations of notes that he's picking from the chords for his harmonies? It doesn't sound to my admittedly uneducated (in a musical theory sense) ear as if he's choosing standard tenor or alto notes there. Is it just my imagination, or does he show evidence of preferring certain 'harmonic progressions' (if that's a thing) and if so, is there a name for that? I've probably forgotten more about theory than I ever learned (back in the Early Cretaceous Period), but is this some form of "mode"?

@raeyth_

Жыл бұрын

Hey Bill, this is a bit late, but here's my take on what's going on with the harmonies. Admittedly, I don't have the best ear for intensifying chords, so this may not be entirely accurate. His harmonies in his background vocals alternate between singing in unison and sing in chord extensions from the main melodic lines. Most of the chords are simple major or minor chords to follow the melody, but the more dissonant chords he uses are, as far as I can tell, primarily 7ths and 9ths. The 7th being directly below the root note and the 9th (or 2nd, just up an octave), sits right between the root and 3rd, which are the backbone of the chords. These two notes can create a strong sense of dissonance which is very satisfying when resolved. I've noticed he tends to use them a lot right before a low bass note or a vocal run. The dissonant tones really catch a listeners ear, keeping you more alert for what follows. I hope this answers at least some of your question. I never formally studied music theory, but that's the best I have.

@billparrish4385

Жыл бұрын

@@raeyth_ Thanks for that! And you describe a lot of his choices there that I missed before. Your description of his use of the 7th and 9th, for example, almost sounds like you're starting to describe one of the 7 'modes' (phrygian, lydian, mixolydian, etc.), which may be the concept I'm reaching for. I was mainly curious if there's a name for the combination of choices he makes. It doesn't seem like 'standard' (whatever that is) high harmonies to me. Very much 'Geoff-ish', which is a good thing.

Geoff is an amazing singer. I'd put him up there with Freddie Mercury and Steve Perry.

A few more suggestions for Geoff reactions: Sixteen Tons, House of the Rising Son, Far Over the Misty Mountains Cold (I saw you reacted to Peter and Tim doing it) VoicePlay suggestions: Hoist the Colours, My Mother Told Me

Pause as often as you like - teach us to listen.

Love your informative reactions. Happy Holidays

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Ah thank you!

If you love Geoff you REALLY need to check out the bass gang covers.

Please do a reaction video of Geoff's version of Shenandoah. You will be blonde away. Geoff is pronounced (Jeff ) & he is the low bass singer & the beat boxer is Layne. Those two always play off of each other.

Every time I listen to this masterpiece I can't help but notice that the final low note sounds different from the rest - almost like he sang it inhaling instead of exhaling. Can that be?

try Voiceplay's 2016 O Little Town of Bethlehem arranged by Geoff for some nice dissonance.

You should do his cover of Mele Kalikimaka

8:08 - Not exactly, because he has hit an A4 chest in the Little Mermaid Medley!

@Gavimaster

2 жыл бұрын

also great reaction, i'm going tu continue watching

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

And the fun thing is is that we can sing notes differently each time 😊 in this song he’s opted for a softer approach on the A4. I’m fully aware he can hit the same A4 with a more chest dominant sound 😁 just depends on what’s wanted for the song!

@Gavimaster

2 жыл бұрын

@@JenniferGlatzhofer exactly!

Mannheim SteamGeoffry. 🤪

If you want to try something else you might consider Home Free. (Lots of great Christmas songs including some originals.)

@JenniferGlatzhofer

2 жыл бұрын

Home free is up on my channel (and more to come!)

Jennifer start with I love your personality you’re always going to be happy bubbly style like now for the song I love the song I don’t love the voice like thatPersonal taste

high school basses can typically hit a low d or c most of this is that range except for the a1 excursions the remarkable parts to me are the overall quality of his voice

Hi Jennifer you are great! Only can you speak a little bit slowly for a poor Italian guys like me? Thank!

Love what he borrowed from Trans Siberian Orchestra, while still making it his own

Hello Friend Its Amazing vidéos 👌🤗 Good Luck 🥰 You have a subscribe from me

4:42 Good low voice but i think it didn't hit the right note?? 🤔🤔

I’m no singer or vocal coach, but it sounded like several of the lowest notes in this performance sacrificed pitch for how low can you go.