VOCES8: Send in the Clowns - Stephen Sondheim (arr. Clements)

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Published 2020-05-31
VOCES8 sings Jim Clements' arrangement of 'Send in the Clowns' by Stephen Sondheim. The video was filmed in the VOCES8 Centre in London.

LYRICS
Isn't it rich?
Are we a pair?
Me here at last on the ground
You in mid-air
Send in the clowns

Isn't it bliss?
Don't you approve?
One who keeps tearing around
One who can't move
But where are the clowns?
Send in the clowns

Just when I stopped
Opening doors
Finally knowing
The one that I wanted was yours
Making my entrance again with my usual flair

Sure of my lines
No one is there

Don't you love farce?
My fault, I fear
I thought that you'd want what I want-
Sorry my dear
But where are the clowns?
Quick, send in the clowns
Don't bother they're here

All Comments (21)
  • The most beautiful rendition of Bring in the Clowns I have ever heard. The alto's voice is so golden and full of grace. Not many songs make me a 77 year old man cry. The fact that she is drop dead gorgeous doesn't hurt. Oh! Voces8 is my soul my life my total enjoyment.
  • @nedhorner
    When the sopranos come in the humming, it sounds like a string section in an orchestra... AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!
  • @benedictus7081
    the resonance in the opening was... just surreal. and I guess the world needs more songs with Alto and Bass as the soloist. perfect rendition.
  • @adventurem8887
    Stephen Sondheim is looking down on this wonderful rendition of his creation
  • @fairladyo
    Katie's solo voice is so rich and moving. So glad to see her featured....a perfect song for the times.
  • The more I understand these lyrics the more I love this interpretation. Oh, and I just love Katie's voice and persona. Just absolutely lovely❤
  • Wow, this group is tremendous. The tuning, the rhythm, the volumes are so perfectly harmonious, it is a great pleasure to listen to them.
  • @christine2334
    It has apparently been 4 years and I am still begging and pleading for this to go on Spotify
  • Most songs that Voces8 sings are songs that lots of groups of varying abilities sing; Voces8 shines for its talent and professionalism, but lots of groups sing that song. Most groups would hesitate to try this one; there are multiple parts that require exquisite intonation and control to make this complex arrangement succeed. This is the one I turn to when I want a showpiece for why this is the best a cappella group in the world.
  • @garyhinkle5736
    'What A Sad Day For Music' But What A Legacy He Has Left Us All. Stephen Sondheim R.I.P
  • This was so beautiful it made me cry. I miss singing with other people ❤️😢
  • @Skylikeday
    This clip was uploaded on my birthday, and what a gift it was <3 The arrangement is sublime, and so are everyone's effort of course. Also, nice to hear an alto solo! Katie is exceptional.
  • @1earflapping
    Katie is the best actor among them, so it’s appropriate she leads. Her facial expressions are just right.
  • @mickeyb2927
    I've run out of words... So lovely to hear Katie's voice leading this wonderful octet. Very moving...
  • @vensan34
    THANK YOU FOR FEATURING KATIE. I love her voice so much, this song is perfect
  • @danielshade710
    The perfect human oboe ringing bell tones. Honestly couldn’t imagine a more perfect voice from a better singer. She’s just incredible
  • @AugieTaylorSong
    You guys always bring tears to my eyes. +++++++++++++++++++++