With most of the world staying home and literally indoors under lockdown due to the threat of the coronavirus, people are forced to spend most of their time browsing the internet for any form of entertainment.
Some artists and celebrities have taken to social media and other platforms to address their fans and even perform for them during these difficult times.
Some big names have made the news for their generous donations and contributions in the fight against the pandemic.
Big businesses have pledged millions to medical frontliners and victims of the virus and notable businessmen have gone out of their way to reach out and aid those who need it.
In the world of entertainment, notable artists and musicians have kept in touch with their fans. Some gave messages while others use their talents to lift spirits. One such artist is a man named Andrew Lloyd Webber.
The English composer and impresario of musical theater.
You’ve heard of him. Sir Andrew’s more notable works include, Evita, Jesus Christ Superstar, Cats, and of course, The Phantom of the Opera.
One cannot appreciate theater without loving the memorable songs in them. And for fans of the Phantom, one such piece is “All I ask of you.”
The song discusses the classic themes of commitment and romance.
A song covered by many artists and loved worldwide, it is perhaps one of Webber’s most memorable works.
It is an operatic pop piece sang by the characters Christine and Raoul.
Here is the genius himself playing the iconic piece under self-isolation. He addresses his viewers first before he starts playing too.
“Hi, everybody! I didn’t think I’d get such a response from this little try out. Here I am on my own in self-isolation and the song that came out on top today was “All I ask of You.”
Sir Andrew even makes a little joke about him playing the piano properly as he suffers from arthritis.
He begins playing and the notes are sharp and haunting.
It transports the listener to a stage where rehearsals are taking place and some mysterious figure actually lurks beneath them. And for those who know the words, sing your heart out!
“No more talks of darkness. Forget these wide-eyed fears.”
The lyrics seem to capture the somber mood of the present.
The music flows so beautifully even his dog approaches to listen. Sir Andrew greets his furry companion and jokes, “It’s alright it doesn’t come from Cats.” with a little sparkle in his eye.
Whether it’s the quality of the piano, his playing skills, or a combination of both. You would have to agree that it is just so wonderful to the ear and that it brings back so much nostalgia.
In 1992, Webber was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for service to the arts as well as receiving a number of awards and recognition for all his works.
Sir Andrew addresses his viewers once more as the song ends. He played the song in C-major due to his arthritis when the original key is actually in D-flat. No one is complaining!
Where most of the world’s population is in isolation for health and safety reasons, generous artists like Andrew Lloyd Webber shine a light of hope through their talent.
Listen to Andrew’s iconic piece by clicking on the video below.
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