She is born to sing, and be remembered forever 💝❤

Sissel Kyrkjebø,June 24, 1969 (age 52 years) Bergen,Norway, also simply known as Sissel, is a Norwegian soprano. Sissel is considered one of the world's top crossover sopranos. Her musical style ranges from pop recordings and folk songs, to classical vocals and operatic arias.

Heard her first time when she was 14 in Norwegian TV. Hear a young Sissel singing "Solitair" with Neil Sedaka and then "Slow down" with the Tabernacle Choir. The melody used in "Going Home" is from Dvoraks 9th symphony called "From the New World" written when he lived in USA. Her last name is difficult for nonenorwegians but could be translated to Church(Kyrkje) and meadow (.bø) ... Almost Churchill.

Yes, Sissel's family name can be difficult to pronounce even for Norwegians. In English, many have got their family name from occupations, while in Norway the names are usually referred to geographical places such as farms and villages. The funny thing is that directly translated into English, her name becomes Church Hill and most likely her name comes from Kyrkjebø, which lies along the Sognefjord and where there is actually a church on a hill.

Hey Bob! Has followed Sissel for over thirty years and she is a national treasure in Norway. As for the warmth she conveys and natural singing technique, there are few who are in the same league in the world in my opinion. This is one of her best songs but there are a lot more. Thank you for this reaction you have my thoughts on your grief. Hope everything will be fine.

LOve your honest reaction Bob and very sorry for your recent loss! Yes her tone is very natural, no classical training beyond singing in a very good choir from early on, with a very good choir conductor from New Zealand. Hence she has sung in Maori! and about 15 other languages beyond English and Norwegian. In June she will have enthralled us for 40 years! There are tons of other songs to recommend you try for one more reaction, I choose 'The old Castle' - live - she wrote the lyrics on that one - kzread.info/dash/bejne/qX1s1pN_YdfLdLQ.html. (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_songs_recorded_by_Sissel will give you a scope of what she has been up to in music - it is a long list - like 51 pages long on my laptop... )

Great reaction Try "slow down" with the Tabernacle choir.

Excellent choice as an introduction to Sissel. This particular song is just astoundingly beautiful. I had heard it performed by a multitude of artists for years before I discovered it was composed by Antonin Dvorak over 100 years ago. My parents had an old recording of "Humoresque" by Dvorak and I loved that music growing up. My condolences for your loss. I can relate to what you are going through. I lost both my parents within a year of each other - Father first. Sissel has such a large catalogue of work that it's hard to recommend where to start or continue next. But, I would recommend any live version of "O Mio Babbino Caro". Also, her interpretation of "You Were Always on My Mind" I am sure makes Willie Nelson proud!

Very beautiful voice! I imagine arriving to heaven playing that music!! My condolence to you, I know is hard! Great reaction! Thank you Bob❤️

“Slow Down” my absolute favourite…..I’ve listened to it countless times. On my Bucket List to see her perform some day….I’m ready to travel to Norway to accomplish that!!!

@snorttroll4379

Жыл бұрын

Too slow song. She was better from 2003 or slightly later and earlier from there

My husband is fan Sissel Kyrkjebø 52 years old Sissel is considered one of the world's top crossover sopranos. Her musical style ranges from pop recordings and folk songs, to classical vocals and operatic arias. She possesses a "crystalline" voice and wide vocal range, sweeping down from mezzo-soprano notes, in arias such as Mon cœur s'ouvre à ta voix from Saint-Saëns's opera Samson et Dalila, to the F natural above soprano C.She sings mainly in English and Norwegian, and has also sung songs in Swedish, Danish, Irish, Italian, French, Russian, Icelandic, Faroese, German, Neapolitan, Māori, Japanese and Latin

The melody was written by the Czech composer Dvorak for his New World Symphony. He wrote it after visiting America in the 19th. Century. He wanted to capture the feel of the African American spirituals. In the early 20th. An American student of Dvorak, William Arms Fisher put lyrics to it. I first heard it, as a child, sung by the great black singer, actor and rights activist Paul Robeson. His deep bass voice and passion really do it justice.

Bob, sorry for your loss. Always tough to lose a loved one, but they will still be there with you when you need them.

Love her!

Thanks for the good reaction on Sissel....she is sure a worldclass crossover soprano. Love to see ur reactions to more

She is voice from God, what a great peacefully time it will be ,when we all go home.Msy God bless her always.

@ModernLifeForThe70sMind

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dale. I couldn't agree more! Thanks for the listen.

Sissels's surname Kyrkjebø has same root as church in English, from old norse, it can be translated as church-field, or churchill. The vovel ø at the end is our letter for the sound you use for i, when you say yes Sir.

To my knowledge Sissel has not written any songs or music, but she definitely create music as she enter the stage or a studio. She is one of those singers that seems so effortless, and in so much control of what she does. I have always loved her crystal clear voice. Still she sound so soft and are so comfortable to listen to. I guess she was probably the first one to bring tears to my eyes by singing, as she started her career in the 1980s. There has been a few more since that, like Eva Cassidy, Angelina Jordan, Aurora and even Sigrid as she sings her strong and tender song "Dynamite", that you reacted to. There have been others, even guys. 😉 But usually singers mainly triggers my enjoyment and those happy good feelings. Sissel has tons of great performances like this, and you can likely not go wrong whatever you pick for a reaction. I would love to see your reaction to her performance of the grate song "You Raise Me Up" by the Irish/Norwegian duo "Secret Garden". (The norwegian composer and pianist Rolf Løvland and the irish violinist Fionnuala Sherry). Sissel`s performance in this video is accompanied by KORK (as you saw also in Angelinas performance of Summertime). kzread.info/dash/bejne/oIOOrdeLgtHYl5s.html

@noriemeha

2 жыл бұрын

Sissel has written songs. Check: Sarah's Song (KZread) written for her youngest daughter and a lovely well-made song. There are others too, most recently, I Rest My eyes. Sometimes she has does so in collaboration. She takes a well known tune (The Old Castle) and adds lyrics.

@jollyo9276

2 жыл бұрын

@@noriemeha Thank`s alot for the info. I`ll look into them for sure 👍

I am so sorry for your loss. I love your reaction and seeing you get solace in the music

Bob, I've been where you are now. I really sympathize. You have got the measure of Sissel. She is not the product of conservatoires or music schools, thankfully. They might have changed her voice to what they think it should be in the name of better technique. She is herself. And she is an emotional singer who once said, "You can't sing while you're crying" But she has done so (Sally Gardens) and proved herself wrong. This song is based on faith & conviction and knowing where you are going in death. And Sissel believes sincerely. She has lost close friends and knows that pain. So she sings beyond the pain, in what is finally left of us... love.

Your reaction was wonderful and very insightful and thoughtful though I could see the song was a bit much for you emotionally. So far as I know Sissel has had no formal voice training so full marks for saying it seemed such a natural voice. Sissel never pushes her voice. The sound that comes out is as pure, clear and beautiful as Waterford Crystal. Your reaction to this song and another great one to Slow Down has made me subscribe to your channel. Well done. You seem to be a really lovely man. Keep up the good work!

She once collaborated with American rapper Warren G too: kzread.info/dash/bejne/o4KEydd7n8W3gLw.html

Thanks for sharing Sissel. You should watch the video for the entire «Northern Lights» concert. «Ready to Go Home» is another emotional one. Watch her «Wait Awhile». Also, you should treat your self with her «Reflections Project» which contains 51 beautiful older songs. She did them in conjuction with her 50th birthday. The world can use more Sissel.

Hello Bob! Hehe. Rackin' up the number of Norwegian female singers, are we ?? At least the reactions to them :-) You are completely correct in that her voice is all natural, and not constructed in any way. I first heard her in a Norwegian TV programme called "Syng Med Oss" (Sing With Us) when she was 14 or 15 I believe. She sounded this was already back then :-) Her absolute trademark is her CRYSTAL clear voice, and I would like to recommend one of MY personal favorites from her in that regard. It's her rendition of "O Mio Babbino Caro" in concert. Crystal clear voice, here we go : kzread.info/dash/bejne/c2WNraSrhdTdebg.html I'm pretty sure you will love it. I know I have told you before, but I'll say it again. I just love your reactions. They are among the highlights of my day :-) No pressure. Take care my friend! Norway out :-)

Many, many videos and recordings of Sissel K.

Hello Bob, and Norway again. And another hit. I also only recently found Sissel and know very little about her. But that impressed me. She reminds me of Celtic Woman, who I love to listen to and whose concerts in Hamburg I also attended. In 2006, Sissel received the Order of Saint Olav (Knight 1st Class) from the King of Norway for her contribution as Norway's Music Ambassador. She was the youngest recipient of this award. Can you imagine Sissel in armor on a horse? That's what went through my head when I read "Knight 1st Class". 🤣😂 Sissel was born in Bergen in 1969 and is now 52 years old. Many of her albums have reached number 1 in Norway, surpassing the highest album sales figures of the time. If you like this kind of music, we will still have a lot to do.😄😁 I wish you and your family a happy Easter.🐇🐇🐣 Greetings from Germany (It's getting warmer and spring is coming)

@norse-nilsbjasa

2 жыл бұрын

Olaf - regarding her albums, her Christmas album from 2009 sold 11 times platina in Norway...

She is also the one who does the humming in James Camerons "Titanic" Another great norwegian female vocalist is Dagny. Her song "Love you like that" inspired Katy Perry and her song "Never really over." Some would say Katie Perry even kopied it. If you want a break for norwegian vocalists, I can recomend a vocalist from Faroe Island called Eivør and her song "Trodlabundin"(spellbound". Thats only filmed in Norway. Eivør: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qaegj62Bd8iae84.html Dagny:kzread.info/dash/bejne/lKKFpNOintrSp7Q.html

@ronaldmcrae4896

2 жыл бұрын

I love "Trodlabundin" but have always thought a new Eivor listener should hear "Falling Free" first then you've got them hooked and they accept "Trodlabundin" as an extension of her skills. Hearing it first might make new listeners think she's just a folk singer and move on. Just my opinion, not worth much!

I saw this entire concert live in Virginia when they toured. Gorgeous! Thankyou Anton Dvorak ( who wrote this arrangement for the Largo in The New World Symphony) and the beautiful African American spiritual that makes me weep every time. You can get the entire show, shot in an old Norwegian church here , on DVD. It’s called Northern Lights and it’s a Christmas concert.

These lyrics were written in 1922 by William Arms Fisher, set to the final movement of Symphony No 9 (The New World Symphony) written by the Czech composer Antonin Dvorak in 1893 (Fisher had been a pupil of Dvorak at the National Conservatory of Music of America). Sissel's rendition, just like all of her work, is stunning. Here is another uplifting performance for you, British sisters Lucy and Martha Thomas (now aged aged 17 and 13), "You Raise Me Up" (kzread.info/dash/bejne/lolkkqeuk921maQ.html), recorded about a year ago, it is a breath taking performance. I hope that you can find the time to watch it.

@borgerborgersen372

2 жыл бұрын

Isn't this from the 2nd Movement "Largo" from Dvorak's symphony #9 "From The New World". All 4 movements in that symphony are awesome. #1 and #2 are the most known movements although my favorite is the #4, "Finale: Allegro con fuoco". The symphony was written when he lived in USA and is inspired by native American music he had heard there. The symphony's emotions are about Dvorak missing his home country and particularly his region, Bohemia. Bohemia is part of today's Czech Republic.

@John-gv2ug

2 жыл бұрын

@@borgerborgersen372 Yes, I checked and you are spot on. I think I got the movement number mixed up with the choral fourth movement "Ode To Joy" of Beethoven's 9th symphony which I was listening to yesterday. Thank you for your prompt correction.

Thank you for this emotional and heartfelt reaction video of the Norwegian national treasure. Try react to her astounding performances of songs like "In Dreams" ( kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZZWql5uIn92uirA.html ), "The Old Castle" ( kzread.info/dash/bejne/qX1s1pN_YdfLdLQ.html ) and "You'll Never Walk Alone" ( kzread.info/dash/bejne/qaqGu7GFp5i9d6g.html ).

@ModernLifeForThe70sMind

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it. I'll definitely look into these. Thanks.

@sisselfan

2 жыл бұрын

@@ModernLifeForThe70sMind She is a hidden gem that you just discovered. Looking forward to more of your reactions of Sissel.

a perfect reaction to a perfect ssinger . you are a real connoisseur . Thank you Alain ( Belgium )

Most often, I have heard this played on the pipes (great highland bag pipes). Yes at funerals.

In addition to the other suggestions, I'd like to add two. "IF", a cover of BREAD. ,possibly the most feminine song I've ever heard. And "you were always on my mind" a classic Willie Nelson performed. There are another 50-60 songs she does, none of them lacking in any respect.

I am surprised that none pf the commenters have mentioned that it was Sissel who sang the haunting refrain for the "Titanic" movie.

@ModernLifeForThe70sMind

4 ай бұрын

I wasn't aware of that. Pretty cool though. Thanks for sharing.

Please react on more Sissel songs! Slow down I rest my eyes Like an angel passing through my room(an Abba-song from 1981, not very well know song...) And did you already listen to Lara Fabian, a-ma-zing!!!

Next: The Most Beautiful Voice = = Sissel - Pie Jesu kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2Wbys2JdsWfYKg.html I love Sarah Brightman, Sissel and Hayley Westenra, each version in its own way. This song goes above bickering over who's the best.

HELLO! Listen to Sissel singing,, Slow down``

Going home, going home I'm jus' going home Quiet like, some still day I'm jus' going home It's not far, yes close by Through an open door Work all done, care laid by Going to fear no more Mother's there 'specting me Father's waiting, too Lots of folk gathered there All the friends I knew All the friends I knew I'm going home Nothing lost, all's gain No more fret nor pain No more stumbling on the way No more longing for the day Going to roam no more Morning star lights the way Restless dream all done Shadows gone, break of day Real life yes begun There's no break, ain't no end Jus' a livin' on Wide awake with a smile Going on and on Going home, going home I'm jus' going home It's not far, yes close by Through an open door I'm jus' going home

I know that I’m not in a position to recuest anything, but look up Sissel’s «Slow down» with Uthas Tabernacle choir! It will change your life Bob!

@ModernLifeForThe70sMind

2 жыл бұрын

HI Paal. Sure you can. I've gone ahead and bookmarked it. I've only reacted to one of her songs so far, so maybe this will be the next one of hers that I do. Thanks!

See you’ve discovered another great talent from Norway, I guess you should now listen to Alan Walker also from Norway a great composer. When you think about it Norway’s entire population is 3 million less than NY city I’m like you must be something in the water.

Sissel is a fantastic singer of modern music, but she is also one of the most technical competent classical sopranos in the world. A combination that are very rear.

@ModernLifeForThe70sMind

2 жыл бұрын

Hi. Others have said that as well. I'm sure I'll be reacting to more of her songs in the future. Thanks!

STONE COLD, WHAT ABOUT US with the Piano, DRIVER LICENSE, TALKING to the MOON, DYNAMITE, DANCING MONKEY, HALLELUJAH, THE PRAYER duet with Evie Claire n many more please check it out looking forward for your reaction to ANGELICA HALE.

To pronounce her name correctly: In your reactions listen to the commentator at ab. 3.55 in "The Old Castle" video kzread.info/dash/bejne/qX1s1pN_YdfLdLQ.html or at ab. 4.27 in "Adagio" kzread.info/dash/bejne/Ynps06yOir2WmMo.html or in the very end of the "Surrender" video kzread.info/dash/bejne/nayK0aqnldPMpcY.html . The music is the main theme from the Largo movement of the 9th Symphony "From the New World" (1893) by the Czech composer Antonin Dvorak (1841 - 1904). kzread.info/dash/bejne/c4egxcpwgpTAptI.html The lyrics "Goin' Home" was written by one of Dvorak's pupils, William Arms Fisher (1861-1948), who adapted and arranged the Largo theme and added his own words This is part of what Fisher wrote in the published sheet music of his song, "Goin' Home": "The Largo, with its haunting English horn solo, is the outpouring of Dvorak's own home-longing, with something of the loneliness of far-off prairie horizons, the faint memory of the red-man's bygone days, and a sense of the tragedy of the black-man as it sings in his "spirituals." Deeper still it is a moving expression of that nostalgia of the soul all human beings feel. That the lyric opening theme of the Largo should spontaneously suggest the words 'Goin' home, goin' home' is natural enough, and that the lines that follow the melody should take the form of a negro spiritual accords with the genesis of the symphony." (William Arms Fisher, Boston, July 21, 1922.) Fisher described his song as: "a moving expression of that nostalgia of the soul all human beings feel." Thus, it might be suitable for a funeral or any other somber occasion.

Hi Bob please check out ANGELICA HALE recently recording performance EASY ON ME, I WANNA KNOW WHAT LOVE IS, n many more but AGT 2017 ANGELICA HALE was 9 outstanding performances RISE UP, , GIRL ON FIRE recieved Golden Buzzer, , CLARITY,. WITHOUT YOU,, SYMPHONY for the final she's the first youngest runner up in the history of AGT n AGT the CHAMPION 2019 ANGELICA HALE was 11 singing THE FIGHT SONG recieved the 2 nd Golden Buzzers in the history of AGT n IMPOSSIBLE n many more for you to check out please don't miss her performances thank you.

If Sissel's last name throws you then try reacting to Méav Ní Mhaolchatha... One of the founding members of Celtic Woman. Mairead/violinist, then, front to back is 16 year old Chloe, Meav, and Orla. Meav's voice is the one floating above all... kzread.info/dash/bejne/fHVlspSjd5Crnqg.html

It is nice you do not interrupt too much

Imho, Sissel is all about the music. On the other hand, Sarah Brightman's focus is $$$.

@ModernLifeForThe70sMind

9 ай бұрын

Could be. I wouldn't be surprised. But I honestly don't know enough about either of them to know any better. Ha.

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@sivberitlangeland2467

2 жыл бұрын

Honesly, l dont like his voice. A song with him is more than enough. By the way this is a Sissel reaction.

@roimerlopez1275

2 жыл бұрын

@@sivberitlangeland2467 I see...That's ok...Well I'm going to recommend you somebody else...I don't know if you know her: The Queen, the Goddess, the incomparable Lara Fabian...Lara is the best female singer and performer of the world...She is a lyric soprano with a amazing vocal range and incredible breath control....She speaks 5 languages and sings like in 15 languages....That's why she is the inspiration for Dimash and several singers around the world...You can see on KZread covers of her songs made by singers of the stature of: Dimash, Diana Ankudinova, Forestella, Sissel Kyrkjebo, Floor Jansen, Diana Navarro, Morissette Amon, Gabriel Henrique, Katrina Velarde, Cakra Khan and others...Please react to her songs, all masterpieces, in LIVE versions, because Lara is more impressive when she sings live, so you can see why she is the idol of Dimash...Try to do it in this order and almost all songs are from the same Lara’s concert “From Lara With Love” in Montreal 1999, one of her best works: 1) Je Suis Malade (Singing in French)...2) Caruso (Singing in Italian)...3) Je T'AIME (2002 Live version in Paris Singing in French)...4) Perdere L'Amore (1999 Live version Singing in Italian)...5) Adagio (1999 Live version singing in english)...6) Broken Vow (1999 Live version singing in English)...7) You are Not From Here (1999 Live version singing in English)...8) Quédate (1999 Live version singing in Spanish)....9) Ti Amo Cosi (2019 Live version Singing a trío with Dimash and Aida Garifullina)....I hope to see you first reaction soon and if you don't mind, I'd like you to mention me as the person who recommended reacting to Lara...Here you have the link of her amazing performance of the song “Je Suis Malade”....kzread.info/dash/bejne/l3yH281tg6rapbw.html

yes very emotional Bob, wait till you get to " million miles " ANGELINA JORDAN, a original written by her. perhaps that's one you're waiting to be unblocked.

@ModernLifeForThe70sMind

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Tom. I actually did that reaction about a week ago, but it got blocked. I filed a Dispute, so I'm hoping that after 30 days it will clear and you guys will be able to see it. Keeping my fingers crossed!

Nah. She just enjoys singing

@ModernLifeForThe70sMind

Жыл бұрын

No doubt about that.