artistes like Measha and Netrebko breathe new life into this art form. they make it current and relevant to my generation...thank God for variety and newness, freshness of new verdant vegetables. Exquisite.
Why not give this piece a new twist? I agree that she overacts sometimes, but still this is called "EXTASE de la Vierge". And I find this rendition pretty extatic and intoxicating.
A beautiful voice and evident stage presence, why does she not sing operatic roles on stage? Yes, this is powerfully sung BUT...way way too oversung and overacted, really too glamorous when it shouldn't be. "La Vierge" can be loosely called an oratorio after all. She adds several high notes and extends phrases, so some appear strained and a couple og high notes go flat. Very impressive, though. For an idea of how this SHOULD be sung and look, refer to Montserrat Caballe in 1999, simply superb.
@philipc67 I like her, but I think Measha scares people a little. As an emerging African American Opera Singer myself (with many years of experience also in Hollywood), I can attest to the fact that there is a very "fine line" between what is "likeable" vs. what is intimidating. I believe Measha's size, power & energy, while revered, are intimidating... similar to Jesseye Norman, who was also NEVER cast in Opera Productions. To whoever's reading this, no offense...just my humble opinion.
Actually Jessye Norman did sing on stage, especially when younger, think of her Aida, Alceste, Ariadne et al. Measha I agree is intimidating, and way oversings/overacts this piece, which should be peaceful, flowing and ecstatic. Look at Montserrat Caballe for the proper and recommended rendition.
@philipc67 ... I stand corrected re: Jesseye Norman. It seems she did perform MANY Operatic roles during her early career. However, I can only find records of her "concert performances" of "Aida." In all levels, however, Norman is a force to be reckoned with. Amazingly, she easily switch between Dramatic and Mezzo Soprano Leads... no mere feat! But, back to Meesha: I'm a fan of Messha, AND, now that I've heard it, I actually PREFER Caballe's verson of this particular piece. Divas RISE!
I love her so very much.... she, to me represents a new breed of singer. One that has to so well versed in everything in order to keep the music relevant. That was truly a commanding performance. She is sooo very giving... I have the strong feeling that she left everything on the stage. whether it was technically sound or not, who cares it is already in the air! They criticized all the greats for some reason or other. Why should this lovely woman be an exception. leave it on the stage. i say!!
this is very beautifull...I've never liked her that much until hearing this... she has matured beautifully... what is she singing?.. sounds like Massenet.
incredible...and for those of u sweating her technique can u do it the right or the wrong way? o and no she isnt one of my faves i just came across her ad im blown away
Some say it's beautiful, some (including me) call it the most hideous Ice-hockey mask to every inhabit Copenhagen, but taste is undiscussable - and the inside of the new Opera House is wonderful - and the acoustics is incredible!
Quand est-ce que les anglais vont apprendre qu'il ne faut pas peser sur chaque syllabe. Quand on souligne tout, on ne souligne rien.
truc: Quand on veut que quelqu'un de l'autre côté d'une fenêtre nous regarde, il ne faut pas écraser notre visage contre la fenêtre; il faut approcher notre visage sans y toucher. C'est pareil dans toutes les langues.
Who cares???? That great sound we all love will not last a long time if she doesn't find a better teacher that teaches her a natural technique. That jaw and tongue shaking could possible turn into a wobble. All that tension means that something is not right in her vocal approach. It really sucks that people are willing to sacrifice longevity with instant gratification.
You can't say that something is not right in her approach, she obviously knows what she's doing and knows what works for her and what doesn't. If allowing her jaw to quiver a little bit helps her to stay loose, then she should by all means go ahead and do it. If the jaw is slightly quivering, by the way, there is no way that she has tension there.
I totally agree!!! I attend the school that Mrs. Brueggergosman used to attend, and her old teacher worked on basically the same thing from 1st year to 4th year...Jaw tension.
Most people wont agree with you, but I'm with you. When someone has a great technique the jaw and tongue should not be shaking. I'm sorry, most people don't want to hear the truth because if makes them feel that you're taking away from their favorite artist. I'm not taking away that she has a great voice, I love her voice myself, but it won't last if she doesn't change her teacher. Technique should be seamless and natural, not full of tensions.
The jaw should at all times just hang, but the tongue MUST be free to move, that is the purpose of just letting it lie there. It must be relaxed and flexible in order to make the vowels. Her tongue is quite relaxed. Everybody's tongue move in the mouth when they are singing, otherwise it would be tense and tight. I really did not see any major problem with the jaw. I would have to see her close up and study her body build before I made any major comment. First hand: BRAVA!
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Her french is terrible, and her tuning is suspect in various places...but that doesn't matter when you are so good at self promotion! Who cares about technique! If you say you're an opera star enough times, people start to believe it eventually.. Don't they??
Oh yeah, and she totally lost all her weight doing hot yoga. And she's an opera star.... uh-huh. Emperor's new clothes, anyone?
My God, What is this? This is absolutely unbelievable! Wonderful! A piece of heaven...
levisaqui 4 months ago
artistes like Measha and Netrebko breathe new life into this art form. they make it current and relevant to my generation...thank God for variety and newness, freshness of new verdant vegetables. Exquisite.
spencophany 7 months ago
Exquisite performance.
Pywacket2 1 year ago
ABSOLUTELY OVERRATED
OLIVCHEN77 1 year ago
Magnifique! Quelle belle voix!
peggybelangersoprano 1 year ago
Why not give this piece a new twist? I agree that she overacts sometimes, but still this is called "EXTASE de la Vierge". And I find this rendition pretty extatic and intoxicating.
AccidentalTouch 1 year ago
Such a magnificent talent. I love her!
SingerForLife3000 1 year ago
What a fabulous piece of music.
heula1 1 year ago
A beautiful voice and evident stage presence, why does she not sing operatic roles on stage? Yes, this is powerfully sung BUT...way way too oversung and overacted, really too glamorous when it shouldn't be. "La Vierge" can be loosely called an oratorio after all. She adds several high notes and extends phrases, so some appear strained and a couple og high notes go flat. Very impressive, though. For an idea of how this SHOULD be sung and look, refer to Montserrat Caballe in 1999, simply superb.
philipc67 1 year ago
@philipc67 I like her, but I think Measha scares people a little. As an emerging African American Opera Singer myself (with many years of experience also in Hollywood), I can attest to the fact that there is a very "fine line" between what is "likeable" vs. what is intimidating. I believe Measha's size, power & energy, while revered, are intimidating... similar to Jesseye Norman, who was also NEVER cast in Opera Productions. To whoever's reading this, no offense...just my humble opinion.
SingerForLife3000 1 year ago
@SingerForLife3000
Actually Jessye Norman did sing on stage, especially when younger, think of her Aida, Alceste, Ariadne et al. Measha I agree is intimidating, and way oversings/overacts this piece, which should be peaceful, flowing and ecstatic. Look at Montserrat Caballe for the proper and recommended rendition.
philipc67 1 year ago
@philipc67 I stand corrected, on all levels. Measha is a beautiful singer. And, the Caballe rendition of this piece is sublime.
SingerForLife3000 1 year ago
@philipc67 ... I stand corrected re: Jesseye Norman. It seems she did perform MANY Operatic roles during her early career. However, I can only find records of her "concert performances" of "Aida." In all levels, however, Norman is a force to be reckoned with. Amazingly, she easily switch between Dramatic and Mezzo Soprano Leads... no mere feat! But, back to Meesha: I'm a fan of Messha, AND, now that I've heard it, I actually PREFER Caballe's verson of this particular piece. Divas RISE!
SingerForLife3000 1 year ago
@SingerForLife3000 Utter nonsense. This Canadian soprano is magnificent.
Pywacket2 1 year ago
@Pywacket2 .... I appreciate your input and opinion!
SingerForLife3000 1 year ago
A beautiful woman with a beautiful voice singing a beautiful song. Match made in heaven.
HansenKnaegten 1 year ago
bravo
bongobennie 1 year ago
OH WOW!!!!! Fantasique, Measha! You are captivating! I had shivers all up and down my arms.
mowho33 1 year ago
why didn't the audience explode? maybe they were crying too much and trying to wipe away their tears! i would be sobbing!
xbcg9489x 1 year ago
I love her so very much.... she, to me represents a new breed of singer. One that has to so well versed in everything in order to keep the music relevant. That was truly a commanding performance. She is sooo very giving... I have the strong feeling that she left everything on the stage. whether it was technically sound or not, who cares it is already in the air! They criticized all the greats for some reason or other. Why should this lovely woman be an exception. leave it on the stage. i say!!
wedidntknow 1 year ago
WOW!!!!!!!!!! That's pretty much all i can say. I am speechless. She kicked this one out of the ball park and around the world.
GEMahler 1 year ago
Yay my cousin is amazing :)
jme459 1 year ago
Yay my cousin is amazing :)
jme459 1 year ago
this is very beautifull...I've never liked her that much until hearing this... she has matured beautifully... what is she singing?.. sounds like Massenet.
macenroc 1 year ago
please does anyone know who sings this song
/watch?v=9UO9ndEFvDE
beccici 1 year ago
incredible...and for those of u sweating her technique can u do it the right or the wrong way? o and no she isnt one of my faves i just came across her ad im blown away
eastsidesfynest 2 years ago 2
She has indeed a beautiful and powerful voice!
silvereagle23 2 years ago 8
OMMGG...The music hall is incredible!!! what is the name??
violinlova 2 years ago
@violinlova
Koncerthuset (trans. The Concert House) in Copenhagen, Denmark. It really should look good, seeing as it went about 1 billion dollars overbudget:P
TFreckle 2 years ago
don't you also have that beautiful new opera house? the Danes have it all!
wl03bu 2 years ago
@wl03bu
Some say it's beautiful, some (including me) call it the most hideous Ice-hockey mask to every inhabit Copenhagen, but taste is undiscussable - and the inside of the new Opera House is wonderful - and the acoustics is incredible!
TFreckle 2 years ago
Quand est-ce que les anglais vont apprendre qu'il ne faut pas peser sur chaque syllabe. Quand on souligne tout, on ne souligne rien.
truc: Quand on veut que quelqu'un de l'autre côté d'une fenêtre nous regarde, il ne faut pas écraser notre visage contre la fenêtre; il faut approcher notre visage sans y toucher. C'est pareil dans toutes les langues.
wattever333 2 years ago
My GOD, that's gorgeous...the aria, the voice, the woman. I was transported...
brolobear 2 years ago 4
Splendeur!
senilangakali 2 years ago 2
What a beautiful woman. What a great artist. Such magnificent performance.
dchemaly396 2 years ago 15
Massenet: "L'Extase de la Vierge" from the oratorie La Vierge
bionkr 2 years ago
please!! What song is this??
tmcntn1 2 years ago
Unbelievable.
divoboy 2 years ago
her french is amazing(like no other)
SexxiChica011 2 years ago 2
@SexxiChica011 You're right. She was born in New Brunswick (Canada), where both english and french are official languages.
rimskykor 2 years ago
Oh! I forgot to mention that Measha is strikingly beautiful. Her expressions are those of a true diva. Brava, La Divina!
mebert10 2 years ago
Measha Brueggergosman has a stunning and well paced voice. I love the way she builds to the climax of the piece.
mebert10 2 years ago
ihre abendkliend ist sehr, sehr schön!
LFP2010 2 years ago
I wonder why her tongue flaps as it does
Bigman240 2 years ago
that's how it should be
silverellen 2 years ago
Are you a vocal pedagogue?
Bigman240 2 years ago
I'm a opera singer, thanks for asking :)
silverellen 2 years ago
Please explain it then.
Bigman240 2 years ago
can't in english, do u speak german?
silverellen 2 years ago
No, that is not how it should be..neither the tongue or jaw should be shaking
doubtletreble 2 years ago
oh really?
silverellen 2 years ago
and singing through the teeth, with the lower jaw jutting forward? ok, if you say so.
mouain, ça donne ce que ça donne.
wattever333 2 years ago
technically yes your right but tbh who cares when she sounds this great :)x
PETEYHEYHEYHEY 2 years ago
Who cares???? That great sound we all love will not last a long time if she doesn't find a better teacher that teaches her a natural technique. That jaw and tongue shaking could possible turn into a wobble. All that tension means that something is not right in her vocal approach. It really sucks that people are willing to sacrifice longevity with instant gratification.
actionsrlouder 2 years ago
You can't say that something is not right in her approach, she obviously knows what she's doing and knows what works for her and what doesn't. If allowing her jaw to quiver a little bit helps her to stay loose, then she should by all means go ahead and do it. If the jaw is slightly quivering, by the way, there is no way that she has tension there.
lcsingin4christ 2 years ago
@actionsrlouder
I totally agree!!! I attend the school that Mrs. Brueggergosman used to attend, and her old teacher worked on basically the same thing from 1st year to 4th year...Jaw tension.
chloeweir 1 year ago
@chloeweir You worked with her teacher??
actionsrlouder 1 year ago
@actionsrlouder
No, but I go to school with students of hers...and I'm sitting about 8 feet from her right now. :)
Measha actually came here the other day and worked with one of her teachers' new students.
chloeweir 1 year ago
Most people wont agree with you, but I'm with you. When someone has a great technique the jaw and tongue should not be shaking. I'm sorry, most people don't want to hear the truth because if makes them feel that you're taking away from their favorite artist. I'm not taking away that she has a great voice, I love her voice myself, but it won't last if she doesn't change her teacher. Technique should be seamless and natural, not full of tensions.
actionsrlouder 2 years ago
@actionsrlouder
The jaw should at all times just hang, but the tongue MUST be free to move, that is the purpose of just letting it lie there. It must be relaxed and flexible in order to make the vowels. Her tongue is quite relaxed. Everybody's tongue move in the mouth when they are singing, otherwise it would be tense and tight. I really did not see any major problem with the jaw. I would have to see her close up and study her body build before I made any major comment. First hand: BRAVA!
sea1song 2 years ago 2
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redman1231000 2 years ago
Measha is awesome and looks even better now!
danicontessa 2 years ago 3
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Her french is terrible, and her tuning is suspect in various places...but that doesn't matter when you are so good at self promotion! Who cares about technique! If you say you're an opera star enough times, people start to believe it eventually.. Don't they??
Oh yeah, and she totally lost all her weight doing hot yoga. And she's an opera star.... uh-huh. Emperor's new clothes, anyone?
martaire2 2 years ago
So, how did your performance with the National Arts Centre Orchestra go?
MercifulMe 2 years ago 3
Measha is amazing!!!!!!
danicontessa 2 years ago 2
After listening to other divas, I have admit, this is the greatest soprano in the world.
CreaturaDura 2 years ago 2
WOW, absolutely gorgeous -- the passion in the eyes of Measha brought tears to my eyes!!
DonnaAnna11 2 years ago 2
i think this is beautiful....
wedidntknow 3 years ago
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CreaturaDura 3 years ago
I can't believe how much she's changed appearance wise~! But still dat great smile, and that voice...what a voice! ^_^
magicmonkichi 3 years ago 4
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