Luciano Pavarotti

The death of celebrated operatic tenor Luciano Pavarotti, at 71, has elicited tributes from far beyond the world of opera, such was the profile of a performer who enchanted football supporters and rock fans as much as he did the Glyndebourne set.

We’ve gathered together some of the most memorable Pavarotti performances – from solo operatic performances through masterclasses to pop collaborations - collected on YouTube,  the video sharing site that is rapidly becoming our global collective memory.

1: Nessun Dorma. The aria which, more than any other, will be the piece for which Pavarotti will be best remembered. This performance was recorded in Paris, 1998:

2: The Three Tenors: La donna e mobile. The three greatest operatic tenors of their generation came together on several memorable occasions, doing much to broaden the appeal of opera.

3: Pavarotti and U2: Miss Sarajevo: Here Pavarotti demonstrates the populist streak which helped him become the most popular tenor of his time.

4: Pavarotti and James Brown: One of his unlikelier collaborations, but possessed of a curious alchemy which, once seen, is unforgettable:

5: Giving a masterclass to a young Italian tenor, and demonstrating that his effortless style was underpinned by considerable intelligent analysis.

6: Pavarotti and Barry White. Two great men of music together, improbably, for a take on one of the Walrus of Love's most memorable compositions: 7:..and with Queen. Essaying a ballad that perhaps is not the most comfortable fit for his voice, but demonstrates how game Pavarotti was to try anything. 8: The singer, the teacher, and the mosquito: An unusual clip of the great man offstage: 9: Two archive clips illustrating the unlikely affection that existed between Luciano and Michael Jackson: 10: And finally, fittingly, Pavarotti sings 'Ave Maria'

Comments

[Phyllis Papanoli]

I have been in love with Pavarotti for many years and I miss him so much. I am so thankful to have lived in his era. He was the very best we will ever know. One word describes him. Perfection!

[michael howe]

who can ever replace that man, truly a maestro

[Judith]

One of the lates and greats. Will never be replaced. Awesum, music persomified. will be greartly missed. God needs him in his choir. God bless

[katarila]

How great you are!!God makes a miracle!Pavarotti,We'll always miss you.

[Mom]

Wonderful clips!!! I also found on YouTube the aria where the nine high Cs are sung, from Daughter of the Regiment. ( "Luciano Pavarotti Pour Mon Ame Fille Donizetti" is the name of the video) Thank you for all this on The Click. While you are on YouTube, listen to Roderick Dixon sing this also. Thank goodness for all you young people in opera. You make our hearts sing.

[pamela]

Goodbye, to a wonderful legend.
Nobody! will ever be able to replace you. A wonderful man.

[J. Alabi]

With both Luciano Pavarotti and James Brown in heaven, the heavenly choir is stronger than ever before. Rest in peace, dear maestro Pavarotti. The world of opera, classical music, and music of the world (who can forget those incomparable "Pavarotti & Friends" mashups?) was made more beautiful by your presence. Grazie!

[celia crusco]

Luciano! Nos cautivastes con tu voz y, con tu hermosa personalidad nos ensenastes a disfrutar y amar las cosos bellas de la vida, Gracias!

[charles terabe]

he will be greatly missed we loved him

[Nancy L. Newlin]

This posting with these clips is such a tribute to Pavarotti! I really did not have any idea of the other singers and groups he paired with, but definitely thought of him as inspiring so many people to come and taste opera.

[Gregory]

There are many dark hearts and places in this world, yet this extraordinary talent shows the beauty that man can create. Pavarotti gave and continues to give hope.

[maggie snook]

Thankyou Michael,Music/Permalink, for this beautiful series of clips of this magnificent Tenor,bear of a man, who we will all miss dreadfully. Luciano, sing to us always.We will remember you in our hearts with gratitude.

[Katie]

Can't believe how tearful I am about the death of this amazing man who enriched my life and those of many others without measure.

[Grace]

Some wonderful choices, thank you. I'd never heard Luciano with James Brown before. Wonderful!

[lucy]

Grazie a dios and michael for the spine chilling moments of a grand maestro. there will be a Pavarotti shaped hole in our universe to be filled only with listening loving and appreciating his gifts

[William Gatt]

Tenor like Pavarotti comes around once in a hundred years.
He was truly the heir of the great Beniamino Gigli.
Listening to Pavarotti makes one glad to be alive.

[William Gatt]

Tenor like Pavarotti comes around once in a hundred years.
He was truly the heir of the great Beniamino Gigli.
Listening to Pavarotti makes one glad to be alive.

[Lesley]

Never been able to listen to Pavarotti singing without a tear in my eye or the hairs on the back of my neck standing up. The most majestic and moving voice on earth.

[Jeanne Hambleton]

ABSOLUTELY THE BEST and thanks to Michael in Music/Permalink for posting these memborable clips. A wonderful reminder of just how great this man was. He will be greatly missed.

[marco]

Just THE BEST!!!