Blackbird (The Beatles) - A Cappella cover

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  • @leleschneeberger
    @leleschneeberger ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Happy 15th channel anniversary!
    I recently rediscovered your channel and was pleasantly surprised to see that you're still going strong. What amazing endurance! I watched your videos a lot as a teen and this video is, I think, the last I saw before I stopped.
    All the best to you and may you have fun making videos for many years more!

    • @JulienNeel
      @JulienNeel  ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Aww thank you for your kind message, I appreciate it!

  • @SecretWife56
    @SecretWife56 12 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I used this song as an inspiration when I was struggling to escape an emotionally abusive relationship. The Beatles were true Bards! I miss George and John.

  • @Solace6428
    @Solace6428 8 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Oh my God this version is one of the few worth acknowledgement. It sent shivers down my spine. It does the original justice. All the voices are perfect together because there are three different ranges that merge together oh so well.
    Edit: five years later, still think so

    • @tombstoneharrystudios584
      @tombstoneharrystudios584 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Alana Dunn belladonna1771 I’ve got a tear in my eye listening to this...beautifully done!

  • @rachelstauter
    @rachelstauter 8 ปีที่แล้ว +140

    Damn that whistle skill tho

  • @avril14thlove
    @avril14thlove 10 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    this makes me feel happy inside.

    • @JulienNeel
      @JulienNeel  10 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Mission accomplished! :)

    • @cyntiacyn888
      @cyntiacyn888 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      avril14thlove uu

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  11 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I hope you enjoy this video & my other releases. :)
    If you feel like tipping the artist & helping me cover some of my production costs for upcoming projects, you can do it here: patreon.com/trudbol
    You can pledge whatever you want, as little as $1. It's a great way to help me make all this free music sustainable on the long run. Thanks so much!

    • @louponte1295
      @louponte1295 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      ***** Julien, I direct a Barbershop chorus in Teaneck, NJ and have been trying to connect with you for a long time. We will be purchasing some learning tracks and want to speak with you regarding the production of some other songs we wish to learn. Please let me know the best way to contact you. Lou Ponte - louieponte@gmail.com

    • @JulienNeel
      @JulienNeel  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lou Ponte Got your message, just emailed you. :)

    • @littlehornywolf
      @littlehornywolf 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      ..i really do...thank you!!! :-) :-) :-)

    • @Melissa0774
      @Melissa0774 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How long does it take to make one of these videos?

    • @hamiltonkim5024
      @hamiltonkim5024 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the idea, I really mean it.

  • @trentonjohnson5964
    @trentonjohnson5964 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I remember listening to this song (from this video) when I was really young, just rediscovered it again yesterday and I remembered hanging out with my older cousin and his friend in their neighborhood, just making memories and having fun. The nostalgia I felt was immense. This video will always be with me.

  • @priestessunicorn4789
    @priestessunicorn4789 9 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The whistling is like impeccable. Love this.

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it.
    Regarding the audio / video difference at 0:30, it's simple: we're lip singing. It wouldn't be technically possible to pull off such a video without earphones. :)
    At 0:49 (it's me singing), and there's no doubling of the track. I have a little bit of classical training, so perhaps you feel the tone is too deep? And yes, there's reverb on each of the tracks, this one included.
    I hope you bear in mind we're all amateurs doing this over the Internet. ;)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  11 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thanks. :)
    No, this isn't our arrangement, it's by the King Singers. It's all in the video description. I however sell audio learning tracks (= the breakdown of the harmony into separate MP3 files + various helpful mixes that make certain parts stand out in the mix). My email is in the video description if you'd like to place an order.

  • @wbunny7
    @wbunny7 11 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Absolutely SUPERB! It's amazing how my eardrums connect to my tear ducts! Thank you for the sweet music and keeping the Beatles alive..

  • @supremongkatipunan7293
    @supremongkatipunan7293 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    im proud there is still a Filipino collaborated! Magnificent!

  • @DugrozReports
    @DugrozReports 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    0:13 - Enrico looks like a very low-level vampire here.

  • @TheNick279
    @TheNick279 10 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    This is what men were put on earth for. This is what man is capable of. The realization of beauty, harmony and love.

  • @DyMass99
    @DyMass99 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mon père est italien, ma mère viens des philippines et nous vivons en France depuis plus de 15 ans désormais, cette collaboration ma fait frissoner, un grand merci a vous et surtout a toi Julien pour ces instants de bonheur.

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yeah me too. Nothing quite like a tenor. And he's really holding back in this one!

  • @AngusMcNutz
    @AngusMcNutz 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm singing this for a master's recital tomorrow. Scared out of my mind but there is something about your videos that calms me and helps me practice. I just want you to know I've watched all your videos everyday for at least a year, shared with all my friends and tried to spread you around. You've done more for me that you will probably ever know and i'll never even get to meet you. Thank you Julien for all you do.

    • @mengenalrusiadengananna1866
      @mengenalrusiadengananna1866 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Or you might meet them at one point in life.
      We never know what’s awaiting.

    • @AngusMcNutz
      @AngusMcNutz หลายเดือนก่อน

      @ this was 12 yrs ago my dude

    • @mengenalrusiadengananna1866
      @mengenalrusiadengananna1866 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@AngusMcNutz so what? You still might meet Julien one day.

  • @christianlabutap8299
    @christianlabutap8299 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the best quartet acapella Mr. Julien

  • @Cogskate
    @Cogskate 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Every time I hear this arrangement I'm struck by the superb control of the “pedal” and the “snare” parts. To keep the volume, speed, and rhythm consistent throughout is really impressive!
    The whole thing is amazing, of course. Hats off to all involved, and thanks for sharing this gem with the internet. ❤

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    @Timotehrey Thank for the comment and for supporting my work, much appreciated. Cheers ;-)

  • @redhood7524
    @redhood7524 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I first heard this song when I was 10 and in 5th grade. I immediately loved it. Skip ahead 5 years and it’s still one of my favorite songs. Thanks, Mr. Morris.

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    @rYiOkUn It really depends on the song at hand, but usually it's the melody first, then bass, then baritone and finally tenor. For this piece, the metronome track was laid down first, then the the alto / tenor / bass parts, and finally the melody lines & the whistling bits.

  • @Damezumari1
    @Damezumari1 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    This brought tears to my eyes. It is the best rendering of an exquisite song. You even trilled the whistling to suggest the song of a bird. I want this played at my funeral.

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOL I don't understand your question either... Yes it's me whistling, and yes I layered the whistling over the vocals. The whole video is a multitrack: all the voices were recorded separately and layered to create the harmony. The whistling is just one of those tracks.

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's actually on my BandCamp page now: the link is in the video description, where it says "DOWNLOAD MY SONGS".

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    @HelenaHachechan Thank you for the kind comment, delighted you enjoyed this video! Hope your friends will too (hint hint)! ;-)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks! You'd be surprised: there are thousands of active barbershop singers all over the world. It's just that the music isn't mainstream, so you won't hear it on the radio or on TV anymore, but it's still here and many love it. ;)
    You can support my work by getting some of my music (links in the video description), support is appreciated. ;)

  • @yaoixyuriluvver
    @yaoixyuriluvver 10 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I can't stop listening to your videos. They're so magnificently done.

    • @JulienNeel
      @JulienNeel  10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the kind words, delighted you enjoy what you see & hear. :)

  • @FoxTerrierMom
    @FoxTerrierMom ปีที่แล้ว +1

    FABULOUS!!!!!

  • @SeaweedDropRetexture
    @SeaweedDropRetexture 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    This song was played at the ceremony before the cremation of my grandfather.
    Thank you so much for making such a beautiful cover.

  • @josephinenicole
    @josephinenicole 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I could listen to this on repeat forever.

  • @Candlesinthewindow
    @Candlesinthewindow 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Trudbol/Julien, I hope you know how much so many of us love your offerings. You just keep getting better with each addition. We need this out here!

  • @Rembrall
    @Rembrall 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I forget every time, Mr. Trudbol, how much I absolutely love your voice. Thank you for blessing us with it, sir.

  • @Kamelhaj
    @Kamelhaj 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pete has a really great voice!
    I like that touch with the blackbirds flying.

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    @ubikspraymusic Yes, they wrote this arrangement, they're credited as they should.

  • @matthirn7858
    @matthirn7858 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I really loved this international collaboration. It would be amazing if you could put one together during this worldwide pandemic. I am sure there are lots of great singers who are sitting at home at the moment. Thanks for all of the beautiful work you create. Much appreciated.

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the nice comment! And thanks for sharing this video with your friends! :)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks! Feel free to re-post this video and share it with friends! Spread the music! ;)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    It depends on the song (duration, difficulty, if you have an existing arrangement at hand, etc.) but a custom 4-part arrangement for voices a cappella is around $100.

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your kind words, delighted you enjoy the music. Our single is available on iTunes by the way. :)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes, I think it's fairly obvious when we hear you sing, haha! Thanks for not blasting out the full opera voice in this collab and giving Enrico and I some space, that was really cool. Still down for another project if you're up for it. :)

  • @beverlyweaver8347
    @beverlyweaver8347 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow. So well done. Thank you for music, music, music.

  • @veraturner
    @veraturner 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing that all these harmonies were done in different locations and then combined. The Il divo's of the acapella world...love you guys...take care, vera

  • @philmageo
    @philmageo 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    it's giving wings to my thougths. Thank you your voices are great.

  • @thenorm05
    @thenorm05 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    The performance and production quality is top notch as always, but the whistling skill is impeccable. Truly though, great work. Really love this song and I can appreciate the work the three of you put into it with new headphones.

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    @MrZipzapzop Thanks! This was our first collab, I hope there will be more, despite our busy schedules. Our song is on iTunes by the way. ;-)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! Hope you've found satisfaction. Feedback is appreciated. I'm considering putting more songs on iTunes & such, but I have to pay each time, so it's good to know what people enjoy more or less. :)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! Share our video if you wish to show your support. You can also get our single or order a cappella learning tracks for this tune as well (email in the video description). :)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    @heyallimrich Yes, we sang the King Singers' arrangement.

  • @Dafoodmaster
    @Dafoodmaster 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pete Avendano, your voice is truly amazing.

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Nika! Our song is available for download on BandCamp, along with many other tunes, some unpublished on TH-cam. The link is in the video description, below the video. :)

  • @civilizeddelinquent563
    @civilizeddelinquent563 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent whistling!!!!!

  • @sunking2001
    @sunking2001 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of my favorite tunes. You guys couldn't have done it better!

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    @BlueSundew Thanks for your feedback. It's unfortunate because I actually tried to find a different way to sing my parts with a stronger energy from the original song performed by Paul McCartney. Hey, can't win 'em all. ;)

  • @The2x4
    @The2x4 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Talk about a great mix!!! Beatles, King Singers, and Trudbol!! PERFECT!!!

  • @hgskjalhkjlgfndja
    @hgskjalhkjlgfndja 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh my goodness!! This is absolutely amazing!! Love the uniqueness of all of your voices, especially Julien's tone!!! And the whistling, haha. Absolutely fantastic!!

  • @loydsheryl
    @loydsheryl 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh, my. I'm grinning ear to ear. Such wonderful work on such a great tune. I just listened to it about 30 times. Thank you!

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! It wasn't hard, it just took a bit of work. We all come from different countries (USA / Italy / France), record with different equipment, lighting, etc. The difficulty is to give the illusion we're an actual group.

  • @beatlespongeXD
    @beatlespongeXD 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This one is one of the best covers of this song I've ever seen! Great job!

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes, it says so in the video description. :)

  • @balancepoint71
    @balancepoint71 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow. Totally nailed it. I came up singing A capella and Madrigal and watching this reminds me why I love music so much.
    Great editing and production. Singing is second to none. Bitchin !

  • @thomasmagic101
    @thomasmagic101 12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Trudbol or Julian, I watch this video everyday and especially every night before I sleep this song and you're rendition calms me relaxes me this is amazing and I can't express how much it warms my heart to hear this and how good it makes me feel, any plans on another collab with them (ex. Yesterday) THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH MATE!

  • @boundarkness
    @boundarkness 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Julien, I've got to say that this is one of the BEST pieces you've ever worked on. Maybe it's because this song holds a special place in my heart, or just because it really is very well done. Either way, I've been a huge fan for years, and I can't wait to see what else you come out with!

  • @kidsfringer
    @kidsfringer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVE the arrangement, and how each of you were featured - it gave us a chance to hear each of your voices, and they're wonderful. :)

  • @darkminer14
    @darkminer14 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    whenver i feel down i listen to this... always a pleasure.

  • @sharonpeters2262
    @sharonpeters2262 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love blackbirds & I loved your version. You guys give me such a good feeling when you sing!

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    @crazyyfreak Haha, you crazy freak! Thanks for all the nice comments you left on my videos, delighted you're enjoying (and sharing) them. Cheers ;-)

  • @CallumKennedyTuberzMcGeeMusic
    @CallumKennedyTuberzMcGeeMusic 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    We did an arrangement similar to this in my choir last year.
    I had the Tenor part... not so fun. But an EXCELLENT arrangement.
    Thank you. The lot of you. For bringing such a gorgeous arrangement to life.

  • @edwardskingdom
    @edwardskingdom 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love A Capella! How talented these guys are!

  • @vitorhugo0
    @vitorhugo0 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    the guy from the philiphines really surprised me he has a really clean voice with no noticeable accent. the italian was nice as well and you were amazing as always. Nice whistling as well didn't know you could do it so well

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! You can get the single on iTunes (link in the video description). :)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes, it says so in the video description...

  • @crazygus
    @crazygus 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Trudbol... dude, you keep getting better and better. I first found your videos a couple of years ago by accident looking up "When I'm 64", and have been following ever since. I have ONE subscription on TH-cam, and that's you. Keep up the great work! And the more Beatles tunes, the better!
    ...CrazyGus

  • @SakuraDaimyo
    @SakuraDaimyo 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    the first time i heard this song i was in love! You guys made this song 10000000x times better!!!! ITS OVER 9000!!!!

  • @treesarecool12345678
    @treesarecool12345678 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the ornament you use in the whistling section! Very cleverly done

  • @saigearnold8214
    @saigearnold8214 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    This makes me really happy. Especially the whistle solo

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Haha, thanks!
    If there are other songs on my channel that you are interested in getting and which are not on iTunes yet, let me know, OK?
    Putting cover music on iTunes is a little prohibitive financially for small artists (copyright fees, distribution fees, iTunes cuts on sales, etc.) so I haven't put a lot of songs on iTunes yet. It's also because people don't buy them all much, unfortunately. It seems quite a few people just rip the audio from my videos, not very supportive. :(

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ah, thank you for that delightful comment!
    Our song is available on iTunes (link in the video description). ;)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for all your comments! Don't forget to click that little "share" button to help us spread the music!

  • @HirayaDiwata
    @HirayaDiwata 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Trudbol!!! I just want to let you know that my chamber choir will also be singing Blackbird this year. Also, I was overwhelmed with happiness when my choir teacher played your rendition of the track just to get the feel of it, before learning the song itself!! In fact, I got too overwhelmed, so now I'm gonna think of you as one my biggest inspirations when we get to perform onstage, especially with this song. Not only in chamber, but in my jazz choir as well.

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! Our single is available for download (link in the video description). ;)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes, it was really nice to have this exchange with you, I appreciate you taking time to write all your impressions.
    TH-cam is (unfortunately) progressively becoming a TV-like media, encouraging continuous video consumption at the expense of social interaction & written text, so it's good to read some detailed feedback like this.
    As a former Disney animator, you might also enjoy my "Everybody Wants To Be A Cat" a cappella cover.
    And finally thanks for sharing my work, much appreciated. ;)

  • @nigelmorley54
    @nigelmorley54 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a great sound. Inspired by your wonderful performance I have sent for the King's Singers arrangement to use with my a cappella quartet - just hope we can do it justice with only 4 singers!

    • @JulienNeel
      @JulienNeel  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Nigel Morley Thanks! It's a 4-part arrangement + percussion, actually. :)
      You can get my audio learning tracks on my website, they will make the learning process a lot easier & fun than the sheet alone: julienneel.com

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    The song is now on BandCamp, you'll find the link in the video description below the video. :)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    @JoriWinter Thank you! Be sure to check out Enrico's and Pete's channels, lots of goodies there too. ;-)

  • @marjorieeubanks5611
    @marjorieeubanks5611 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely fantastic, guys!!! I can only get this connection thing to music when something has happened, but you got me to cry without anything else!!! You're amazing, and I think that you should keep doing exactly that!!!

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad it did. :)
    You can thank us by buying the song on my BandCamp page, the link is in the video description below the video. :)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, much appreciated! The song is now on iTunes, by the way (link in the video description). ;)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm happy to take requests in exchange for a little sponsoring. Making these videos is a lot of work, support is appreciated. Shoot me an email if you'd like it to happen. ;)

  • @Dungyfan007
    @Dungyfan007 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was amazing! It's even more impressive that all of you did this without ever being in the same place!

  • @lesliekroll9848
    @lesliekroll9848 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am a fan Julien, I stumbled across One of your videos once and I’ve been following you ever since. I think you’re extremely talented and I wish you well with your career

  • @kevinreeder2302
    @kevinreeder2302 10 ปีที่แล้ว +169

    Is it just me or does the one guy look like the guy from cloudy with a chance of meatballs?

    • @kandels3195
      @kandels3195 10 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Isn't Kevin Reeder looking like a pooing peece of shit ?

    • @madworldfan123
      @madworldfan123 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      i can see it

    • @_xXBillyXx_
      @_xXBillyXx_ 9 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Oh gosh you are right, he looks like that guy cause of his hair and nose.

    • @jackbailey9714
      @jackbailey9714 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +William Goalkeeping I see it also.

    • @davidmichel6550
      @davidmichel6550 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A Cappella Trudbol I know I’m very late to this but it’s not just him

  • @kimie1105
    @kimie1105 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Favorit love the way you gets around this song

  • @emotionalweatherreport
    @emotionalweatherreport 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVE the whistling

  • @AliciaZapata
    @AliciaZapata 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't think there's a single one of your videos I don't like. Great job.

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you enjoy it. I sell audio teach tracks for this song, as well as all the other songs performed on my TH-cam channel. All the info is in the video description. Cheers :)

  • @Taves11
    @Taves11 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I LOVE that whistling!!

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    @newyorktown Thank you very much! Do share our video and help us spread the music! ;-)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! And it's even available on iTunes & Google Play! :)

  • @JulienNeel
    @JulienNeel  11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, glad you enjoyed this video.
    I didn't whisle at a high pitch, it's in fact quite normal. Try it, you'll see.