Snowdrop Posted August 25, 2010 Report Share Posted August 25, 2010 I think there will be a lot of people setting their recorders for this one! Unfortunately, I've been having bother with mine, so I'm doing a lot of finger crossing. It is lovely to see the very warm comments from Michael's fans. Gareth did say Michael was a lovely man and his fans seem the same. I think we are so used to some other fan groups finding fault that it is almost a surprise that they aren't feeling precious about others singing the song. I suppose they are comfortable with Michael's success and heard enough othrs singing the song to know that's how it works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flower Posted August 25, 2010 Report Share Posted August 25, 2010 I am looking foreward to seeing the show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeatherH7 Posted August 25, 2010 Report Share Posted August 25, 2010 I've just watched the show and there were tears in my eyes by the end of the performance. Empty Chairs is such a fantastic song and the emotion that Gareth puts into it is exceptional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val4Gareth Posted August 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2010 What an truly amazing performance. Absolutely pitch perfect. I had tears running down my face by the end of the song. What a star Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floz Posted August 25, 2010 Report Share Posted August 25, 2010 Just got home in time for the performance which was lovely. Was he interviewed as well or was it just CamMac? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val4Gareth Posted August 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2010 It was just Cam Mac Floz. Micharel just said a few words to Gareth before he started singing. Michael said `I hope you know how close to my heart this song is' and Gareth said he did and that was why he was nervous having to sing it. Michael then said `No, I'm nervous, I've just heard you in rehearsal'. That may not be the exact words they used, but it was something like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreatGGfan Posted August 25, 2010 Report Share Posted August 25, 2010 Cameron Mackintosh calls him "The wonderful Gareth Gates". Michael Ball calls his version of Empty Chairs "awesome". I would like to add "stunning" to the list. As you said, Val, pitch perfect and also his diction is amazing, you can hear every word clearly. He didn't just sing it, he acted that song. The range in his voice is amazing. Remember the "bud" we saw forming in Pop Idol. He has now blossomed and is currently in full bloom. I feel privileged to have witnessed his journey into a major star. Can't wait to see what the future holds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val4Gareth Posted August 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2010 Snowdrop, I hope your recording went well. Gareth hasn't had chance to watch it yet and he's asking someone to put it up on Twitter I had to work so I haven't seen it yet :-( Can someone please post it up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeatherH7 Posted August 25, 2010 Report Share Posted August 25, 2010 I thought it was lovely whenMichael Ball said he felt "emotional" listening to it. Such an honour for Gareth considering Michael Ball originated the song. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorksheather Posted August 25, 2010 Report Share Posted August 25, 2010 I loved Gareth's amazing performance on the Micheal Ball show, and he looked very handsome in his costume, I'm very happy to have it on Video so I can watch it over and over Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cris Posted August 25, 2010 Report Share Posted August 25, 2010 gareth was fantastic on the michael ball show well done gareth i am going to book tickets to the barbican does anyone know where you come in at london and if you can get a tube towards the theatre Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floz Posted August 25, 2010 Report Share Posted August 25, 2010 http://video.stv.tv/bc/catchup-ac2-themichaelballshow-part4-20100825-1539/ its on ITV player - from 4 minutes in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowdrop Posted August 25, 2010 Report Share Posted August 25, 2010 Thanks Floz, you are a life-saver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val4Gareth Posted August 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2010 Debbie has put it on YouTube now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbowns1 Posted August 26, 2010 Report Share Posted August 26, 2010 Gareth was sensational what a passionate moving performance.Michael Ball was so complimentary and supportive of Gareth's talent which was so lovely. He was quite nervous though- I'm really not surprised performing in front of the original Marius no pressure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flower Posted August 26, 2010 Report Share Posted August 26, 2010 Gareth was so fantastic. He has sensetiantional voice and he gave emotions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redroses1 Posted August 26, 2010 Report Share Posted August 26, 2010 Cris, and any others who may be interested. I used to live at the Barbican so know it well. There is a tube to the Barbican Station and it only has one exit. When you come out of the station, cross the road and go up the steps which are practically facing you, turn right and walk along the thoroughfare (there used to be, and may still be a yellow line marked in order to show visitors the way) which will take about five mins. Go down the steps at the other end. You will see an expanse of water to the right and the cinema, theatre and restaurants are to your left. It is not difficult to find. I hope that helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flower Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Gareth was fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowdrop Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Here's another version on YouTube, maybe a bit better quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cris Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Cris, and any others who may be interested. I used to live at the Barbican so know it well. There is a tube to the Barbican Station and it only has one exit. When you come out of the station, cross the road and go up the steps which are practically facing you, turn right and walk along the thoroughfare (there used to be, and may still be a yellow line marked in order to show visitors the way) which will take about five mins. Go down the steps at the other end. You will see an expanse of water to the right and the cinema, theatre and restaurants are to your left. It is not difficult to find. I hope that helps. Thanks for your help I am going to book tickets tonight carnt wait but sad that this will be the last time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorksheather Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Here's another version on YouTube, maybe a bit better quality. Thanks ,that is so lovely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khelda Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 What a brilliant performance, I love it, and so clear. Thanks for uploading it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Posted August 28, 2010 Report Share Posted August 28, 2010 Thank you so much for uploading the video. He is absolutely fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternal Posted August 28, 2010 Report Share Posted August 28, 2010 http://video.stv.tv/bc/catchup-ac2-themichaelballshow-part4-20100825-1539/ its on ITV player - from 4 minutes in I still haven't managed to see it on TV so am loving being able to watch this performance and the YouTube clip too. Gareth did look nervous but gave a stonking performance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flower Posted August 29, 2010 Report Share Posted August 29, 2010 Thanks for postinbg this video. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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