Andreas Scholl: Music For A While (Henry Purcell)

Countertenor Andreas Scholl und Alexandra Helldorf am Cembalo.

Komponist: Henry Purcell
Texter: John Dryden

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[avellanedam]

I searched for Andreas because I had not seen any recent videos of him in the past years, to see how he was doing in general. He is my favourite countertenor, with a 'forever young' voice, which sounds like a male singing high, with a perfect mix of chest and head voice. He is doing as good as he was 15 years ago when I met him during some Masterclasses here at my city I attented as an observer (I wish I was a performer back then!). Surprisingly enough, one of the images I remember from him the most in those masterclasses is him coaching this very song to a young lady, mentioning how it is the most amazing and persuading invitation to music. And now that I saw him performing it I could feel those words again. Pure enjoyment! Needless to say, he is still my favourite countertenor! Besides, a very warm, nice and respectful person.

[crisha]

His voice is as pure as always. He has very well taken care of his instrument

[RM-tcpu]

Surely this is one of the best songs ever. The way Purcell draws you in and persuades you to listen from the first note is remarkable.

[frizero]

I am so grateful to live in an era of such great countertenors such as Mr Schöll.

[mariaesperanza]

My favourite countertenor for years. A lot appears afterwards but my heart belongs to Andreas. Thanks for sharing!

[susanneschaffer]

Eines meiner Lieblingslieder von Purcell. Andreas Scholl singt wunderschön, er erinnert mich an seinen Lehrer Rene Jacobs, den ich noch ein bisserl lieber mag. Ein❤ für beide!

[steveneardley]

Great harpsichordist--very subtle, intelligent rendering.

[duncanmckeown]

Amazing countertenor who always takes a piece of music and makes you listen to it anew. I don't mean to cast aspersions, but it is so refreshing to hear a non-English take on Purcell singing.

[musiclanguage]

Andreas sings so marvellously! I adore him! ❤️❤️❤️ And this music is so beautiful! I adore Henry Purcell’s music! ❤️❤️❤️

[edenahbez]

ladies and gentlemen this is perfection

[michaelschneider]

Einfach wundervoll ich liebe es . Mit Abstand der Beste. Ich besinne mich wieder auf Klasasik, alte Musik.

[ladentelliere]

Merci pour cette si belle interprétation

[blackletter]

Love Purcell, love Andreas perfect combo

[santabarbara_ok]

What a perfect flawless voice and interpretation, as usual ❤

[saularellano]

This is such an enchanting, eloquently expressive, and hauntingly evocative rendering of this precious Purcell piece by both Maestro Andreas Schöll and the Masterful Alexandra Helldorf. The artful harpsichordist and ethereal countertenor delightfully harmonize in a mellifluous flow in rhythmic step adorned with flourishes here and embellishments there. Bravissimos!

[dorotabrydacka]

What a beauty and purity in his voice and interpretation💖

[ascensionjimenez]

El mejor Contratenor de los últimos tiempos.
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[musiclanguage]

I am listening to this song today one more time, two years after its recording and I love it! Such a beautiful song! Such a beautiful voice! Such a beautiful music! Thank you!❤️❤️❤️

[doriedsonbelodasilva]

Ele tem um jeitão singelo, aliado a uma voz excepcional, que simplesmente despedaça a gente por dentro. É por isso que eu sempre digo que a chamada "musica antiqua", por mais que eu goste dela, é também a música mais triste do mundo. Mas, afinal de contas, quem consegue encontrar alguma alegria na verdadeira "fábrica de artistas de plástico" das paradas musicais da contemporaneidade?

[KRYPTALONE]

Qué frescura vocal sigue teniendo. Impresionante.