I felt wretched about the coming year, until I saw this work of human ingenuity, partnership, creativity and grace--almost a visual parallel to the development of vaccines. Many thanks to the people of Scotland for this extraordinary gift.
Born English with Scottish ancestry, and so happy to see Scotland leading the way yet again with such an inspired piece blending poetry, music, spectacle and the latest technology. Fireworks are so last year!
The brightest thing in the sky last night was Jackie Kay`s voice, beautiful words, delivered with true passion and conviction. Jackie represents everything Scottish, our culture, our history, our people and welcoming sprit. In the far distance, if you listen very carefully, you can hear Burn`s saying " I like this Lassie" Phenomenal production, well done to everyone involved.
I have watched this several times - 40 years in California missing my Scottish home and this film moves me to tears every time but yet fills me with hope which is badly needed. Thank you for giving us such a beautiful piece of film art. I have no doubt that this will be an award winning production.
Gone the ear shattering explosions disturbing man and beast, instead, a feast of poetic peace. Gone, the repetitive blinding flashes on the eye and gone the sulfurous, sickly smells, which once permeated crystal clear Scottish air, as now in awe we gaze upon the triumphant unmatched display, heralding in Scotland's New Year. Congratulations team, this is, the way forward, Happy New Year XXX
This is just beyond stunning, I don't have words for it. I think a big, bright future awaits UnderBelly & Celestial - seriously, so well done. Just Imagine, the drones drawing out the planets, in the sky, wow - the different skyscapes for this technology, & such EXTREMELY talented people, are beyond imagination.
That was just brilliantly uplifting. It captured Scotland and our connectedness so aptly. Great use of drone technology and a great proxy for fireworks. The poetry was sublime and the delivery and music was superb. Alchemy on the sky and the screen. Thanks from Australia.
Such beautiful, poignant, hopeful words; such stunningly beautiful images; such a powerful message of connectedness, empathy, and love. Scotland’s heart beats strong.
Transported us to a new place..a place of caring, love and connectedness. Absolutely delightful, really impressive - for the whole world to embrace. Thank you.
Absolutely brilliant! A magical journey capturing the essence of Scotland and the last extraordinary year and so much more appropriate than fireworks. The combination of Jackie Kay's words, a child's voice, poignant music and beautiful visual images, all performed at a gentle pace, have the power to touch the soul. Congratulations to every contributor.
Respect to the entire team. The somewhat predictable cancellation of Edinburgh's fireworks was a disappointment but you took that and produced something arguably even better. Yes, we will welcome the return of the fireworks but let's make a permanent place for the drones in future years. THANK YOU.
Just saw the show. It is so stunningly beautiful. Made my day today. (Just ill and having a tough time mentally). It made me cry and lightened my spirit SO MUCH. Greetings from Germany THANK YOU!!!!!!!
So peaceful and hopeful! Forget about fireworks. I was truly moved by this as were all family members. Thanks Celestial. Have a great 2021! Can’t wait to see how you all expand your creativity.
Fantastic job and a wonderful alternative to fireworks. Thank you so much for all the beauty and yes: WE ARE ONE! Wish you all the best with greetings from Berlin, Germany 💞
I enjoyed it very much..the music, the poems , the drone figures ..goose bumps every where..mystical ..surreal in a certain way..uplifting ...thank you..All...
Thank you from the United States of America, the display was beautiful and hopeful with the right note of bittersweet, may we strive to honor it's message of unity
Wonderful , powerful, depiction of the year past, the present and future, which captures all the emotions associated with the impact of COVID-19 on our lives and hopes for the future. Outstanding and technologically brilliant.
A joy to experience. I found it so touching and heart opening. It felt like every cell in my body lit up in utter delight. A beautiful piece of work. Thank you so much.
... you all did a great job and created an exciting and very unique piece of art ... I enjoyed the Scottish accent and the poems in Gaelic, even if I did not understand them, just for the atmosphere that comes with it ... HNY 2021
Well done to all involved in making this possible. It was very moving. A great and fitting reflection to the year we have all felt, some more that others. I would go as far as saying this could be the best thing that happened in 2020!
Bin sprachlos. Fantastisch. Mal wieder bewiesen wie toll Schottland und die Schotten (auch zugezogene) sind! Hoffe ihr bleibt in der EU und hoffe bald wieder nach Schottland reisen zu dürfen ❤️
Thank you so much you lovely people for creating the masterpiece and also for this video I wanted so much to find out who you were and thank you for the most beautiful thing I have come across in my life.
How is there no public/amateur footage of this? Edinburgh is a half a million population city. The only footage available is the one released by themselves
I’m from Edinburgh but live in the south east. Made me greet all the way through. So proud to be Scottish. Can wait to be home to Scotland
I felt wretched about the coming year, until I saw this work of human ingenuity, partnership, creativity and grace--almost a visual parallel to the development of vaccines. Many thanks to the people of Scotland for this extraordinary gift.
Born English with Scottish ancestry, and so happy to see Scotland leading the way yet again with such an inspired piece blending poetry, music, spectacle and the latest technology. Fireworks are so last year!
Exactly my feeling. I'd rather something like this every year.
Congratulations to all of you wonderful and beautiful idea, looking from Chile
The brightest thing in the sky last night was Jackie Kay`s voice, beautiful words, delivered with true passion and conviction.
Jackie represents everything Scottish, our culture, our history, our people and welcoming sprit.
In the far distance, if you listen very carefully, you can hear Burn`s saying " I like this Lassie"
Phenomenal production, well done to everyone involved.
I have watched this several times - 40 years in California missing my Scottish home and this film moves me to tears every time but yet fills me with hope which is badly needed. Thank you for giving us such a beautiful piece of film art. I have no doubt that this will be an award winning production.
Wonderful. Inspiring for the World! Thank you! Keep the Celtic spirit flying!
Magic, when i look the videos imagined the biggest awesome show in the sky...
Great idea, incredibly people begin of proyect.... congratulations.
Scottish exile here...this makes me so proud...very well done all you artists...
Shocking beautiful and astounding. Gobsmackingly fabulous. OMG..touched me so deeply thank you. I'm from North of Ireland
Gone the ear shattering explosions disturbing man and beast, instead, a feast of poetic peace. Gone, the repetitive blinding flashes on the eye and gone the sulfurous, sickly smells, which once permeated crystal clear Scottish air, as now in awe we gaze upon the triumphant unmatched display, heralding in Scotland's New Year. Congratulations team, this is, the way forward, Happy New Year XXX
Well said Renee
Very nicely and well erpressen. I arbeitet. This Show really touched me deeply.
Thank you and congratulations for creating such breathtaking, haunting and memorable display. It is amazing.
Thank you to all involved in this display it and the poem by Jackie Kay was awesome to listen and watch.
This is just beyond stunning, I don't have words for it. I think a big, bright future awaits UnderBelly & Celestial - seriously, so well done. Just Imagine, the drones drawing out the planets, in the sky, wow - the different skyscapes for this technology, & such EXTREMELY talented people, are beyond imagination.
That was just brilliantly uplifting. It captured Scotland and our connectedness so aptly. Great use of drone technology and a great proxy for fireworks. The poetry was sublime and the delivery and music was superb. Alchemy on the sky and the screen. Thanks from Australia.
Such beautiful, poignant, hopeful words; such stunningly beautiful images; such a powerful message of connectedness, empathy, and love. Scotland’s heart beats strong.
watched it 32 times so far.EXCEPTIONAL WORK.HATS OFF TO ALL OF YOU
Transported us to a new place..a place of caring, love and connectedness. Absolutely delightful, really impressive - for the whole world to embrace. Thank you.
Absolutely brilliant! A magical journey capturing the essence of Scotland and the last extraordinary year and so much more appropriate than fireworks. The combination of Jackie Kay's words, a child's voice, poignant music and beautiful visual images, all performed at a gentle pace, have the power to touch the soul. Congratulations to every contributor.
You gave many people around the world a moment of joy in the darkness and suffering. Thank you.
Absolutely stunning ...emotional and uplifting ...magical ...wonderful poetry! Thank you!!
Respect to the entire team. The somewhat predictable cancellation of Edinburgh's fireworks was a disappointment but you took that and produced something arguably even better. Yes, we will welcome the return of the fireworks but let's make a permanent place for the drones in future years. THANK YOU.
What can I say that has not been said already.... the best New Year's display ever. If I could give it a trillion likes, I would.
Just saw the show. It is so stunningly beautiful.
Made my day today. (Just ill and having a tough time mentally). It made me cry and lightened my spirit SO MUCH.
Greetings from Germany
THANK YOU!!!!!!!
Hertzliche grusse ❤️
Hope you feel better soon. Happy new year!
So peaceful and hopeful!
Forget about fireworks.
I was truly moved by this as were all family members.
Thanks Celestial.
Have a great 2021!
Can’t wait to see how you all expand your creativity.
Fantastic job and a wonderful alternative to fireworks. Thank you so much for all the beauty and yes: WE ARE ONE! Wish you all the best with greetings from Berlin, Germany 💞
What a wonderful experience. We are always amazed at the power of words--but the pure explosion of words and images is astounding.
I enjoyed it very much..the music, the poems , the drone figures ..goose bumps every where..mystical ..surreal in a certain way..uplifting ...thank you..All...
Beautiful! Thank you from Georgia, USA. Yes, We Are One. I’m sure you have touched hearts everywhere.
Oh how We love Scotland!! Thank you for this moment of beauty and grace. In gratitude, your fan in California.
A fantastic collaboration. Well done - these displays are so much more meaningful and impressionable than fireworks. Thank you to all involved.
You have touched our heart around the world. Thank you from Hawaii.
What a project, just a stunning masterpiece! Cool to see how the magic was put together
What a magnificent piece of Art, how could it fail to reach everyone's hearts. Makes me so proud of our wee corner of planet earth.
You know, you are right, it is Art of modern technology. Beautiful, creative and amazing.
Incredibly moving ❤️ and a magnificent job done by everyone involved ❤️Thank you ❤️
This is completely beautiful and touching and amazing... a wonderful heart gift to the world! Thank you so much!
Thanks so much you lovely people.Greetings from Canada .
Well done to all it was great thanks to you all it brought a tear to ny eyes hope we can see it again next
Incredible piece... thought-provoking words.. stunning music... beautiful visuals. BRAVO!!!
I love this. It is so brilliant. It all just sings to the very heart of me.
Amazing! Thank you from Canada!
Thank you from the United States of America, the display was beautiful and hopeful with the right note of bittersweet, may we strive to honor it's message of unity
This was an amazing work of art, thank you to all who contributed! Sincere thanks from an ex-pat Scot showing my beautiful Edinburgh.
Wonderful , powerful, depiction of the year past, the present and future, which captures all the emotions associated with the impact of COVID-19 on our lives and hopes for the future. Outstanding and technologically brilliant.
Life-affirming and heart-breaking, all at once. Thank you so much!!!
Thank you. You touched my heart, and restored some of my faith in the power of people to come together for something positive and beautiful.
A joy to experience. I found it so touching and heart opening. It felt like every cell in my body lit up in utter delight. A beautiful piece of work. Thank you so much.
It was so beautiful and mesmerising....Thank you so much to everyone involved.
The three shows were magnificent.. so unusual...... so brilliant... well done.... and a HAPPY NEW YEAR to all of you as well🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳
Profoundly beautiful and inspiring. Thank you all.
Fantastic show well done
Very beautiful. A real masterpiece. Well done to everyone involved. It was perfect for the end of the year.
Luv seeing how all these creative people can make magic happen
Awesome. Absolutely wonderful, essential and wholesome. Well done to everyone involved.
Thank-you - this has been a wonderful accompaniment to a very strange turn of the year!
A stunning piece of work. Absolutely amazing. Well done to the team who made this. Pulls on the heart strings. Love the last message
Wonderful, I loved it. Also the Scottish accent-like my late friend Dorothy from Glasgow. Thank you all!
Well done ...brilliant work!!
... you all did a great job and created an exciting and very unique piece of art ... I enjoyed the Scottish accent and the poems in Gaelic, even if I did not understand them, just for the atmosphere that comes with it ... HNY 2021
Fantastic and beautiful
Thank you for this wonderful work
Roza from Poland
Happy new year
Amazing effects, words, music & team effort- well done to all involved. 🤗
Simply truly amazing
Wow, wow, wow Beautiful and so moving. Well done x
Just absolutely wonderful!
Well done to all involved in making this possible. It was very moving. A great and fitting reflection to the year we have all felt, some more that others. I would go as far as saying this could be the best thing that happened in 2020!
Brilliant work to all involved.
Absolutely loved every second of this masterpiece, thank you to everyone involved - an emotive end to 2020
This was such a joy to watch, being a McDonald heir makes it even more meaningful! Your efforts and creative energies are fabulous!
An incredible project - well done everyone
Incredible, interesting, artistic, hopeful, beautiful....fantastic editing.
You all did brilliant,very inspiring . You gave us a bit of hope for 2021. X
Wow.....beautifull, thank you . greetings from Bavaria, Germany
Absolutely amazing......Thankyou
I love everything about this project. Mesmerising work. A pleasure to watch. Drones are the future in every way. Would love to see more of this.
Thank you, thank you, thank you a lot. Amazing, stunning, exciting, beautiful, magical, heart warming. The best thing I have ever seen.
Wonderful display! Drone technology has come a long way since I saw their potential in two TED talks by Raffaello D’Andrea in 2013 and 2016.
Amazing, well done to all involved in this project, truly inspirational!
Fantastic! Congratulations to everyone involved in the production. A guid new year tae ye!
Realy amazing thank you for this work
Happy new year!🎄🌨🎉☃️🎁Thank you very much!!!Amazing!!!Sumptuously!!!👍🤩💗💚🧡💙❤💛
This is so, so beautiful. Thank you.
Absolutely loved it, thank you to everyone concerned.
Bin sprachlos. Fantastisch. Mal wieder bewiesen wie toll Schottland und die Schotten (auch zugezogene) sind! Hoffe ihr bleibt in der EU und hoffe bald wieder nach Schottland reisen zu dürfen ❤️
Brilliant.loved it.SUPERB
Pure alchemy! Brilliant and hopeful, cheers to 2021.
Unbelievable absolute amazing
Awesome work! Beautiful done!!
Absolutely amazing!
Thank you for all this wonderful creativity. I think you've just created a whole new genre of poetry, music and dancing lights. 👏🏼
Thank you so much you lovely people for creating the masterpiece and also for this video I wanted so much to find out who you were and thank you for the most beautiful thing I have come across in my life.
Amazing! You have done a fantastic job!!👍
I love Scotland and the Scottish people and this is the absolute best of Scotland. Please don't leave the UK!
Yeah cheers for that. Kind words. But we are aff mate.
It was beautiful, I'm a filmmaker and I would have loved to worked on this amazing project.
Fantastic🏴
This was beautiful and lovely 💙
The woman, who wrote the words is SO DELIGHTFUL!!
Masterpiece! 🏴❤🇭🇲❤⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
What they all said below.. thank you
Auld Reekie nae mair alas. Edinburgh should be a great candidate as the new capital of England now.
amazing achievement well done, and where better than Scotland
How is there no public/amateur footage of this? Edinburgh is a half a million population city. The only footage available is the one released by themselves
Anyone know: How many drones were used in total?