Old Man River - Gilbert Price

[intelegentable]

Gilbert Price was an incredible vocal and acting, talent. I saw him in Timbuktu and will never forget his soaring love songs and strong stage presence. He was partnered with Melba Moore and I was amazed at how she actually sang sweetly and legitimately and did not go wailing away as usual. He had a wonderful restraining influence that made her sing lyrically, not loudly.A big powerful voice but used with restraint and refinement A great artist and what a loss of great talent.

[varadero1839]

@intelegentable I wish they'd had the sense to produce a cast album of this show. I saw it twice, and was enthralled by Gilbert's voice. You made me laugh when you mentioned how he rather tamed Melba! I saw her in "Purlie," and though she was superb, her vocal gymnastics would have been out of place in "Timbuktu!" She did a beautiful job! I'm very grateful to hear from you, and have several other "GP" bits on YT. Some have been challenged as not quite authentic. Maybe Si, maybe No! Best wishes!

[fuitbag]

Is he a baritone?

[chowmikki]

Amazing voice, amazing performer. I had the pleasure to see Gilbert Price on stage in Toronto. Roar of the greasepaint, smell of the crowd. At that time I was 19 yrs. old and had never seen such a good singer, and of course Anthonly Newly can't be forgotten.

[kimancuo]

Absolutely amazing!

[catweazle04]

By God, absolute great this performense! Better, better very better as Franky Boy! I I thought, that is the best Interpret of thease Song, but it's better, better, better.

Sorry of my bad english! 

[varadero1839]

@catweazle04 Thank you so much for commenting on the amazing Mr. Price! I agree with you that his voice is amazing, and I only wish I could provide a filmed version of him performing. You're a very kind!

[kimpkim1]

WE MISS YOU SO MUCH UNCLE

[kimpkim1]

R I P UNCLE GILBERT HOW WE MISS YOU SO MUCH. NOW I SEE WHERE KEITH PRICE GET HIS VOICE UNCLE

[xmcdonnell]

Beautiful Are there any audio recordings of his music?

[revdoodoo]

Does anyone have the actual video of Gilbert Price's singing "Old Man River"? If so, please post it. Thanks. . . . Warren Allen Smith a/k/a revdoodoo

[bh5606]

Loved it. Do you have anymore of Gilbert Price singing?

[revdoodoo]

I find no way to send you my e-mail address. On Facebook I am Warren Allen Smith

[revdoodoo]

As his companion from 1961 until his death from a faulty propane heater while he was sleeping in Vienna, Austria, 2 January 1991, I am amazed that some kind soul found this clip and posted it. His grandmother from the island of St. Kitts was my friend, I arranged his memorial, and his siblings' grandchildren keep in touch with me. Thanks to whoever was able to find this clip and post it. Warren Allen Smith, New York City

[varadero1839]

@revdoodoo Hello Mr. Smith! I've been trying to send you a message via your channel, but there's something preventing me from doing so. Delighted to hear from you! You must be very proud indeed of your friend, Mr. Price. I was fortunate to have seen him only 3 times, once in "Roar," and twice in "Timbuktu!" I'll never forget any of the experiences. Just to let you know that I've been in touch several times with Kim P and other family members. As YT fixes the contact issue, I'll be back!

[kimpkim1]

@varadero1839 thank you so muck my name is kim price and gilbert price is my uncle. r i p uncle

[kimpkim1]

@varadero1839 thank you so muck my name is Kim price and gilbert price is my uncle. r i p uncle

[varadero1839]

@revdoodoo With YT "Send Message" still not functional on my MAC, I'll send another brief message. I know you've seen 3 of the 5 I've uploaded, but please try and view "Timbuktu!" There are 2 songs: "Stranger in Paradise," and "Night of My Nights." They are barely viewable, but Gilbert's superb voice still is so beautiful!

[ashylarry101]

@revdoodoo Hi my name is Marvin Felix Camillo Jr. aka Panchito and I am Gilbert's Godson. It would be nice to connect with you as I have news to share with his family & you. I hope to hear from you..........

[revdoodoo]

@ashylarry101 I don't find Youtube a way to communicate. Send e-mail: wasm@mac.com

[stablerrules]

I have heard so many renditions of this song and frank sinatra's used to be my favorite until I herard this!! He sings this song with more emotion and feeling than anyone I have ever heard. It really gave me chills!! Thanks for posting.

[varadero1839]

@stablerrules Hopefully, a member of Gilbert's family will reply to your comment! Though we're not related, I feel confident in saying I'm his "Champion!" Mr. Price was a genius as evidenced here with "Old Man River." Think I've 4-5 more with "himself," and hope you'll view them. I'm in touch with his heirs and they've sanctioned what little I could find. This particular clip was based on a contribution by my friend Jerry. I'm very grateful to him, and for you comments! He still gives me chills!

[stablerrules]

@varadero1839 Thank you so much for responding to my comments!!

[varadero1839]

@stablerrules My thanks to you for having made such a beautiful statement on Mr. Price and that incomparable voice! Hopefully, through you and some other new admirerers and old friends, more people will discover Gilbert and know of his incredible abilities. I think every comment will make his remaining family very happy!

[stablerrules]

@varadero1839 Thanks again, This song and the way gilbert sings it makes me think of heaven.

[stablerrules]

@varadero1839 I have sent your video link to my daughter who is a vocal performance major for furthur inspiration. She's 20 and on her way to Germany this summer to futher improve her abilities. You can check her out if you would like. Once again, I never tire of hearing this very moving song!! God bless!! And I hope to be hearing Mr. price singing in the presence of the lord someday.

[stablerrules]

@varadero1839 You can youtube Jovahnna Anderson if you would like.

[Fiiidla]

I was a student of Gilbert's in the 70's..He made me love singing and technique..:)I eventually went on to complete a Masters in Jazz and tour the world...I will always love him as a mentor and teacher!

[DreamCather147]

Thks for posting, I remember Gilbert from Ed Sullivan...

[irocksogetoverit1]

hello i thank you so much for all the good comments about my brother gil it makes me feel so good that so many people loved his voice from the price family thank you. mark price

[blktenorpower]

WHO IN JESUS NAME IS THIS?! WOW...he is amazing!!! youtube is GREAT!

[Rentie]

After hearing someone sing this on America's Got Talent I just had to go and find Gilbert Price. First heard his version on an Ed Sullivan Show Collection a few years ago. Simply put I don't think anyone on EARTH could sing it better than what I saw on Ed Sullivan. Think this is it, but without watching his actual performance.

[egrana1]

I thought I was the only person that remembered how brilliant Gilbert was on the Ed Sullivan show - such an impact. I was so glad to get to hear him again - what a talent!

[TheAnniem]

Superb voice,scintillating talent.

[FERMAT0123]

Simply the most wonderful combination od passion and a killer set of pipes. An amazing performanance. I think I hear Merv Griffin at the very end shouting,. Gilbert Price frequently appeard there.

Joe Tursi

Joe Tursi

[Rentie]

After reading your reply I recalled that Ed Sullivan was totally blown away by that performance and I'm almost positive that remark was his -- he had to say something and he was clapping his hands while he did. Was reading a review on Price and the reviewer used the word frisson. I hadn't seen it in so long I had to look it up but it surely applies to this performance if not all of his! And I don't care whether it was writen for Warfield for Robeson no one sings it better than this!

[aveson51]

I heard him sing this song in the middle sixties and I was a fan for life! What a voice!

[Gemini730]

Just Beautiful -emotionally powerful.

Thanks for sharing with Us.  Lorraine

[maggycat55]

What a beautiful voice John. Loved the photos.

[stephenjoeagi]

Superb. Probably the most glorious versions of this beautiful song.Lovely photos.

[Tenderness6]

No, in my opinon William Warfield as baritone and ofcourse (for who this song was originally written) Paul Robeson

[3muimui]

Great voice!

Thank you John!