There is such a huge difference between singers with great voices, which are really a dime a dozen. and then there are vocalists whose voices are like musical instruments, whose user finds a way to take that vocal ability to a new level. That is Lisa Fischer.
Lisa Fischer can sing virtually all genres----all with breathtaking interpretations and stunning vocals covering deep lows and soaring highs. She has a powerhouse voice for those songs that require it, yet an ability to use a quiet sophistication to build into certain songs and then pour out her talent into breathtaking finales. And to top it off, Lisa is a true performer who commands the stage and draws in her crowd with her voice, physical movement and expressions perfectly matched with her song renditions.
I am a proud classical music snob, but this was a very fine and musical performance. Even the impossible coupling of Gershwin and Purcell worked splendidly.
I am an avid fan of the trinity of vocals, celine dion, Mariah and Whitney but I tell you this, this is the first time I watch Lisa and no one can ever do it like her. I even watched her how can I ease the pain, she can definitely stand among the divas
I'm also a lover and respecter of the Vocal Trinity of Whitney, Mariah and Celine esp Whitney. However, having seen Lisa Fischer in concert back in the 1980's as Luther Vandross' back up singer, I've always thought it should be renamed the Vocal Quartet with Lisa's inclusion.
@@Sttephy30 Whitney Houston didn't need Classical Training. She already had IT aged 19. She was trained by her mother, Cissy Houston, a Gospel Music legend and former member of The Sweet Inspirations who sang with Elvis Presley, Aretha Franklin and on all of Luther Vandross' albums. Unfortunately, Whitney Houston was a heavy smoker and had other issues which contributed to her losing her singing voice.
both of Lisa Fishers performances, I loves you Porgy and Dido Lament are stunning! the first Song Porgy however is Spiritual for me and touch's my Soul deeply I can physically feel the hopelessness in such a moment of pain, shame, and helpless Abandonment Amazing! Bravo! my lady
Dido’s Lament reveals a talent and skill I’ve never encountered before. Lisa uses both jazz and classical tecnique seemlessly in one song and it works. Shocking maybe to both jazz and classical purists but astonishinly effective. We can only hope, given the recording industry appears to pretend she doesn’t exist, that she takes on vocal pupils in her retirement.
I've seen your comments on a few videos, and I must say that although they acknowledge her talents in true ways, the way you see & describe her talent - continually framing it in the classical - is really only a singular description. As one of THE most practiced, Grammy winning vocalists in popular music (primarily), your desire to continually seat her in styles you believe have more prestige or 'codified technique,' actually does her talent and career path a disservice. She has one, amazing vocal instrument that is incredibly versatile. You might try to credit her stint in classical training for that, but its giving credit where credit isn't due. Music existed before theory; classical music isn't the center of human vocal instrumentation. Her mastery across styles is the talent, not the way she applies the classical technique to those other styles. That assessment is merely your opinion.
She has no ‘classical technique’ to be honest. She is singing a ‘classical European’ piece using R&B and Jazz styling. She is making it her own. But that is all.
I can't believe she sang Dido's Lament like this. I never thought it could move me more than how it was written originally. This is so beautiful. Bravo. My heart is full for performing one of my favorite Arias in the most unexpected way. I'm like Ledisi....shaken my head blown away by the Brilliance and emotional gravitas of her performance. ❤️
Yes well said uploaded this for that reason, her talent needs to be shared! I can only confirm your statement, I was in London for the proms and this single performance stood out among out all the proms I went to. The atmosphere in the hall after this performance was something else, people were in tears!
@@CodebladeWielder006 I got to work at the Proms last season and seeing this in an empty hall during the rehearsal at lunch moved me to complete tears . Always come back to this clip so thanks so much for uploading !
@@CodebladeWielder006in a live podcast with Ledisi, who also sang at this Proms tribute to Nina Simone, Lisa Fischer said that she was singing to her mother who passed away when Lisa was 17.
From 5:20 - 6:00 is an entire moment. Lisa MASTERS this control. I felt EVERY MOMENT. It’s unearthly sometimes hearing her (and Ledisi) sing! Whew ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
The incomparable Mr. Quincy Jones once wrote, "What good is a song if it don't move you..." Oh Ms. Fisher, you took me to church. Your skill and musicianship are other worldly. This is one of the most moving musical experiences I have ever had. You have made believers out of nonbelievers. Ms. Lisa Fisher, you gave me life. Thank you.
I heard/saw Lisa and Grand Baton on the 15 of Feb 2019 in Stockholm, and the song that got the deepest soulful reaction from the audience I would say was " Dido´s Lament "; its such a good song, I have reacted very positively on that song since many years back and I love that Lisa have picked it up. I think she did it publicly the first time in Tbilsi, Georgia on the Golden Wave Awards 2018 with a big orchestra where she was a honored guest.
This song is so poignant. it's saying when I pass, may my wrongs create no trouble to the living. Remember me, but my fate if it impacted you negatively. Profound.
@@CodebladeWielder006 Phyllis left some body of work and appeared with McCoy Tyner, Grover Washington Junior and on Norman Connors albums among others, too.
Gawd she only gets better with time. I 💜 Whitney’s’94 AMA version & how she did it and Lisa’s is every bit as insanely amazing. I will never understand how Tommy & Mariah (along w/Sony’s unlimited coffers) taught an entire generation to believe an awful, untrained, inexperienced karaoke style singer was the vocal standard. Thank you, Lisa!!!!!
Whitney Huston also sang I loves you porgy, Ella Fitgerald sang it too', but hers is a slighly different vergion of it. BUT NO ONE HAS EVER LAID IT OUT LIKE LISA!!
Lisa Fischer sang background vocals on several Luther Vandross albums and accompanied him on tour. After one successful album, for which she received a Grammy for the song 'How Can I Ease the Pain', she decided to retreat away from the limelight. Lisa Fischer is well known and much sought after among Jazz, R&B Musicians - watch the film '20 Feet from Stardom' which features Background Vocalists.
"When I am laid Am laid in earth May my wrongs create No trouble No trouble In thy breast When I am laid Am laid in earth May my wrongs create No trouble No trouble In thy breast Remember me (remember me) Remember me (remember me) But ah Forget my fate" Its in English
thats how slaves long ago used to talk i IS AH LOVES YOU PORGY, you have to read between the lines and know the story of Porgy and Bess they were slaves in love but she knew she would have to go (be sold) trouble in thy breast the heart is under the womans breast remember me she did not know what would happen to her (her fate)the outcome for her she would be handled by the owners or what?? with his hot hands.
Porgy is a slave and Bess is the one who is the singer she is a slave too they were in love and she is being sold. the play Porgy and Bess slavery language. a love story
There is such a huge difference between singers with great voices, which are really a dime a dozen. and then there are vocalists whose voices are like musical instruments, whose user finds a way to take that vocal ability to a new level. That is Lisa Fischer.
you nailed it
Exactly!❤❤❤
She doesn’t have a distinctive voice tho. Thats why she make a great background singer.
Lisa Fischer can sing virtually all genres----all with breathtaking interpretations and stunning vocals covering deep lows and soaring highs. She has a powerhouse voice for those songs that require it, yet an ability to use a quiet sophistication to build into certain songs and then pour out her talent into breathtaking finales. And to top it off, Lisa is a true performer who commands the stage and draws in her crowd with her voice, physical movement and expressions perfectly matched with her song renditions.
Maybe her early training as a classical mezzo soprano has something to do with it?
Well said! :-) I wish she would put out an album :-)
Other worldly. The purity of voice and eloquence of diction is a musical meal of epicurean heights
Wow--- Lisa Fischer is such a virtuoso. This is incredible.
She could have sang this song a capella and she still would have nailed it. I would like to have this performance on an album.
She is mixing jazz with classical adding a touch of r&b flare. This is magnificent. ❤️🎼🙏🥰
The tone of her voice is soooooooo divine! Hits me in a place that’s never been hit...wow
I am a proud classical music snob, but this was a very fine and musical performance. Even the impossible coupling of Gershwin and Purcell worked splendidly.
I am an avid fan of the trinity of vocals, celine dion, Mariah and Whitney but I tell you this, this is the first time I watch Lisa and no one can ever do it like her. I even watched her how can I ease the pain, she can definitely stand among the divas
I'm also a lover and respecter of the Vocal Trinity of Whitney, Mariah and Celine esp Whitney. However, having seen Lisa Fischer in concert back in the 1980's as Luther Vandross' back up singer, I've always thought it should be renamed the Vocal Quartet with Lisa's inclusion.
Dont forget about Rochelle Ferrell who is also a vocal beast
Lisa's vocal ability is far superior to the Vocal Trinity. Of course, they are all unique and amazing vocalists.
Whitney Houston could've been this good at this age had she lived clean and got classical training.
@@Sttephy30 Whitney Houston didn't need Classical Training. She already had IT aged 19. She was trained by her mother, Cissy Houston, a Gospel Music legend and former member of The Sweet Inspirations who sang with Elvis Presley, Aretha Franklin and on all of Luther Vandross' albums. Unfortunately, Whitney Houston was a heavy smoker and had other issues which contributed to her losing her singing voice.
both of Lisa Fishers performances, I loves you Porgy and Dido Lament are stunning! the first Song Porgy however is Spiritual for me and touch's my Soul deeply I can physically feel the hopelessness in such a moment of pain, shame, and helpless Abandonment Amazing! Bravo! my lady
Dido’s Lament reveals a talent and skill I’ve never encountered before. Lisa uses both jazz and classical tecnique seemlessly in one song and it works.
Shocking maybe to both jazz and classical purists but astonishinly effective. We can only hope, given the recording industry appears to pretend she doesn’t exist, that she takes on vocal pupils in her retirement.
Yes! Hope many students follow her inspirations........
I've seen your comments on a few videos, and I must say that although they acknowledge her talents in true ways, the way you see & describe her talent - continually framing it in the classical - is really only a singular description. As one of THE most practiced, Grammy winning vocalists in popular music (primarily), your desire to continually seat her in styles you believe have more prestige or 'codified technique,' actually does her talent and career path a disservice. She has one, amazing vocal instrument that is incredibly versatile. You might try to credit her stint in classical training for that, but its giving credit where credit isn't due. Music existed before theory; classical music isn't the center of human vocal instrumentation. Her mastery across styles is the talent, not the way she applies the classical technique to those other styles. That assessment is merely your opinion.
Lisa has one of the most astonishing vocal talents currently in existence. Go anywhere to see her. You won't be disappointed.
I have seen Kathleen Battle do it with James Ingrahm at a tribute for Stevie Wonder. Kathleen's use of it was brief .
She has no ‘classical technique’ to be honest. She is singing a ‘classical European’ piece using R&B and Jazz styling. She is making it her own. But that is all.
I can't believe she sang Dido's Lament like this. I never thought it could move me more than how it was written originally. This is so beautiful. Bravo. My heart is full for performing one of my favorite Arias in the most unexpected way. I'm like Ledisi....shaken my head blown away by the Brilliance and emotional gravitas of her performance. ❤️
Lisa Fischer has ALWAYS been a vocal beast!!!🎶😍👌🏾
She is utterly exquisite.
At 63 years old, Ms. Fischer STILL looks damn good in black!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow!!! I never heard these songs but I'm sure this was simply the best person to first hear them from. 😍🥰😍
She inhabited that character, those lyrics, and the music. This is true talent on full display.
For me Dido's Lament was THE standout performance of the entire 2019 Proms. The level of performance and sheer emotion was astonishing
Yes well said uploaded this for that reason, her talent needs to be shared! I can only confirm your statement, I was in London for the proms and this single performance stood out among out all the proms I went to. The atmosphere in the hall after this performance was something else, people were in tears!
@@CodebladeWielder006 I got to work at the Proms last season and seeing this in an empty hall during the rehearsal at lunch moved me to complete tears . Always come back to this clip so thanks so much for uploading !
@@nellgrayandrews5864 Oh wow that is so cool, to see this performance during rehearsal! Thanks for watching
@@nellgrayandrews5864 Talk about fringe benefits! What a privilege. 🙂
@@CodebladeWielder006in a live podcast with Ledisi, who also sang at this Proms tribute to Nina Simone, Lisa Fischer said that she was singing to her mother who passed away when Lisa was 17.
Amazing. Much love to Lisa Fisher. Such a beautiful voice. She has never gottin the awards she deserves.
That was just beautiful....I can't believe this woman's art, simply beautiful...almost brought tears to my eyes.
Even Ledisi is in awe :-)
The Great Ms. Lisa Fischer.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️. Absolutely superb vocal skills.
what a phenomenal display of artistry.
One of the greatest performances of Purcell's Dido's Lament I've ever heard. Stunning. Great prom.
Lisa Fischer is a vocal gift to music!!!
If there was a truly celestial voice this is it. A miracle, that gift.
Lisa Fischer is absolutely everything. 💓
She is the Jessye Norman of Our generation. What an astonishing gift she has.
yes Gershwin would love this , the voice the arrangement, even the other musicians are enjoying her voice tell tale sign of greatness
She surrenders to the emotion of the story with her incomparable vocal prowess!!
From 5:20 - 6:00 is an entire moment. Lisa MASTERS this control. I felt EVERY MOMENT. It’s unearthly sometimes hearing her (and Ledisi) sing! Whew ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Give me chills! Just beautiful ❤️❤️
The mixture of classical and jazz technique is stunning. Wowzers! Lisa, I'm honored to have heard this.
The incomparable Mr. Quincy Jones once wrote, "What good is a song if it don't move you..." Oh Ms. Fisher, you took me to church. Your skill and musicianship are other worldly. This is one of the most moving musical experiences I have ever had. You have made believers out of nonbelievers. Ms. Lisa Fisher, you gave me life. Thank you.
This performance is absolutely phenomenal! I have listened many times. Thank you Lisa
The passion, the emotion and the incredible talent and technical skill: I'm in AWE!!!
So Jessye Norman and Lisa give the most memorable performances of this beautiful lament
Correct
how is she real? I'm in complete awe...
Wow. Pure gorgeousness. Bravo Ms. Fischer. Bravo.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤️
Oh i love the diversity 😍
Simply magnificent!🎵💜💜🎵
Come back for another listen of this wonderful performance.
Lisa is absolutely amazing!!!
I heard/saw Lisa and Grand Baton on the 15 of Feb 2019 in Stockholm, and the song that got the deepest soulful reaction from the audience I would say was " Dido´s Lament "; its such a good song, I have reacted very positively on that song since many years back and I love that Lisa have picked it up. I think she did it publicly the first time in Tbilsi, Georgia on the Golden Wave Awards 2018 with a big orchestra where she was a honored guest.
Lisa Fisher legendary
splendid...gorgeous
Beautiful voice.
5:03
My sympathies to that poor woman that had to follow that. WoW!
pure magic and artistry h purcell would agree
10. Perfection. Shaking all of my feelings.
Chills!
Music for the soul thank you Lisa
This song is so poignant. it's saying when I pass, may my wrongs create no trouble to the living. Remember me, but my fate if it impacted you negatively. Profound.
Do yall here how well her voice and the way she sings blends with the orchestra!!! It's all in her body look how she feels it! 💝
Lawd Have Mercy!
That was PERFECTION!! AMAZING!!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 So much power, emotion, control I can go on and on ugh!!!😫
She sounds so much like Phyllis Hyman wow... Wow its like taking one on a journey through time..
Thanks for making me aware of Phyllis Hyman what a talent! The sad thing they both have in common is that they have too few recordings...
@@CodebladeWielder006 Phyllis left some body of work and appeared with McCoy Tyner, Grover Washington Junior and on Norman Connors albums among others, too.
@@tomtheeagle1 Yes I especially enjoy her work with McCoy Tyner and her apperance in School Daze!
@@CodebladeWielder006 A musician's singer, as indeed Lisa and Ledisi are.
YEAHS! (YEEEEAAAAHS!!!) You won my day with this...
Damn.....
Magnificent.
Ledisi and Lisa Fisher that had to be an extraordinary performance
Wow.
That delivery locked some difficult notes! Amazing performance!
I love you Lisa,
She makes me hold my breath when she sings!!
Qu'el voie formidable lisa fischer 🌹
Wonderful Voice...!!!
Wow!!!!! So cool!!!
Amazing!
Oh my god this woman！！！
So moved
incredible
Lisa!Lisa! tão bonito, tão emocionante! Luv U!
Brilliant!
Chills
So gifted, talented, versatile and beautiful.
Wow
and their shall be no Might in thy hands-Deuteronmy-28-32..
素敵です❗❤❤❤
Gawd she only gets better with time. I 💜 Whitney’s’94 AMA version & how she did it and Lisa’s is every bit as insanely amazing. I will never understand how Tommy & Mariah (along w/Sony’s unlimited coffers) taught an entire generation to believe an awful, untrained, inexperienced karaoke style singer was the vocal standard. Thank you, Lisa!!!!!
Whitney Huston also sang I loves you porgy, Ella Fitgerald sang it too', but hers is a slighly different vergion of it. BUT NO ONE HAS EVER LAID IT OUT LIKE LISA!!
She is 60 here? Lol she's awesome, love her.
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
This seemed to me to cut to the heart of who Nina Simone was. So moving.
Exactly I love how the combination of Porgy with "Dido's Lament" as a nod to Nina Simone's love of classical music!
Would liketo have recorded this whole concert but lost it can anyone assist me?
0:33 0:41
Like nectar - Only better....
If ONly phyllis Hyman was still alive!
That's who I was thinking of also ❤
I'm a huge Rolling Stones fan...but this wonderful woman singing background and two lines of Gimme Shelter for Mick Jagger??? WHAT A WASTE!!!
Lisa Fischer sang background vocals on several Luther Vandross albums and accompanied him on tour. After one successful album, for which she received a Grammy for the song 'How Can I Ease the Pain', she decided to retreat away from the limelight. Lisa Fischer is well known and much sought after among Jazz, R&B Musicians - watch the film '20 Feet from Stardom' which features Background Vocalists.
@@sylviamaua745 Thank you!
I will 😊
Can someone please tell me what language this is?
English
"When I am laid
Am laid in earth
May my wrongs create
No trouble
No trouble
In thy breast
When I am laid
Am laid in earth
May my wrongs create
No trouble
No trouble
In thy breast
Remember me (remember me)
Remember me (remember me)
But ah
Forget my fate" Its in English
thats how slaves long ago used to talk i IS AH LOVES YOU PORGY, you have to read between the lines and know the story of Porgy and Bess they were slaves in love but she knew she would have to go (be sold) trouble in thy breast the heart is under the womans breast remember me she did not know what would happen to her (her fate)the outcome for her she would be handled by the owners or what?? with his hot hands.
...^^
Still a fox. Wow
Jesus…..:.:
Porgy is a slave and Bess is the one who is the singer she is a slave too they were in love and she is being sold. the play Porgy and Bess slavery language. a love story
wow