FIRST TIME REACTING TO | Austin Brown and Rob Lundquist singing OPERA-“Nessun Dorma” REACTION 

Rob was trained to sing classical opera but hadn't sung opera in 15 years. Austin talked him into it. Austin was trained in musical theatre. Wonderful, weren't they!

"Try" in the title was Rob's humbleness shining through. I've seen opera singers and vocal coaches react to this, and they were all impressed. Rob's voice is more of the classical Italian opera voice, while Austin is more of the lyrical opera voice or a cross-over voice. Both men sang beautifully, but Rob! I don't think I'll ever look at Rob the same again!

I laughed out loud when you gasped. Yeah, they clean up pretty good, don't they. And they sing pretty good, too. I'm so glad they did this. Just shows how really talented they are that they can go from Ring of Fire to Listen to the Music to this, without a single stumble. Amazing.

They killed it!!! Wow!! They’re incredible

Fabulous reaction!!! I have watched this several times, just to see the look of amazement and joy!!! Thank you ❤️

This reaction video was doubly enjoyable. Ear candy from Rob and Austin, and eye candy from your gorgeous smile. 😁

I think rob had some opera training in college while austin had musical theatre training. Luv this

I believe they said "try" because Austin needed to convince Rob to "attempt" this song. Rob trained in Opera but hadn't done it is many years but Austin knew he still had it in him so....

Rob and Austin are incredible! Watched this about 100 times

Good morning Britt. Wishing you a beautiful day. I am so glad you are finding connections with Country Music singers. As you can see , they are surprisingly talented in many ways. This is just a great example of what great voices can do. 🎼🎼🔥🌿🔥🎼🎼

Rob is a classically trained vocalist and Austin is a theatrically trained singer. They know how to properly use their voices.

*This is why music is such an amazing language, all in itself.......* I do not understand one word they sang, but I felt every lyric, every note, and every emotion, which says a lot about their amazing artistry, talent & delivery❣❣❣

This presentation just makes me smile 20 miles wide with a very happy heart!!!! ❣ The phenominal talent that Home Free from every artist of this group is impeccable and vast. I have never known a group to have this level of vocal gifting ever. They have no limitation in what they can bring to the vocal world. 💯❣

every time i hear these two belt out the first words, the tears start welling up. it's so beautifully done

I like this, artists daring to step out from their comfort zone, even just to experience something else in the musical universe...

This blew me away. I never knew that Rob had classical training.

Rob studied opera as part of his studies in college while Austin majored in Musical Theater. Both Rob and Austin were very nervous about putting this out there and I think that’s why the title is what it is. From watching reactors who are opera singers, it was fun to pick out the things I had learned from them. All of the guys are multitalented and they each have their own RU-vid channels although Rob doesn’t really do much music on his-he and a friend do podcasts about movies.

I saw in person @ Met Opera Luciano Pavarotti perform this. This is a duet but it's actual 1 person. Surprised when first saw it. Robb definitely has the operatic voice from the years of training. Imagining him doing this & then End of the road or Butts Remix surprises. Robb's father was into opera & think (can't guarantee) was honor for him. During the early stages of the Sing-off while auditioning, a producer approached them. Basically, asked why not use the gimmick of Country acapella group? It stunned them as they never considered themselves 'country'. They sat down & considered this not thinking they had that slant since sang many genres. They then realized country music had Oak Ridge Boys & Statler brothers along with earlier groups. So decided to tag themselves as a country a capella group. It put a competitive edge to them & grew their audience. The Sing-Off was taped so wasn't live, but it generated interest. Sadly, I don't know what happened besides Pentatonix to the previous winners or competitors. Voice Play & Philahormics became known too.

My German mother-in-law took me to the opera in San Jose a couple of times. I didn’t think I would enjoy it because you don’t know what they’re saying. They had a screen above the stage that gave the English translation. The costumes and sets were fabulous and the music was really awesome. With her German accent I thought at first that she was asking if I wanted to go to the “Oprah” 😂😂😂. Really glad I went with her 👵🏼☮️💜

I have never been a big fan of opera except maybe some Andrea Bocelli & a few others. But I have always appreciated the talent it takes to sing opera. I was pretty impressed with Rob & Austin's version of Nessun Dorma. I have heard this famous song done by Pavarotti. I think I was more surprised by Rob's range & powerful delivery than even Austin's. Pretty good for a couple of country boys! Nice to see them dressed up in suits & looking classy.

They are not just country... the do EVERYTHING.. gotta love it

Thanks for this reaction. I agree that they are hard to define because they absolutely can sing anything.

They have a niche as THE Country Acapella Group. If you however think that's all they are capable of you are in for a HUGE Shock! Try their cover of "Helplessly Hoping". Which by the way will give you an opportunity to hear more of "Chance" who I don't believe you have had much opportunity to hear solo.

I am really enjoying the A cappella groups that currently share their performances. They all seem to be fearless to innovate surprises by blending different genres like HF surprising rythm switch ups in Johnny Cash's "Ring of Fire" or VoicePlay's genre bending "Valhalla Calling". Things you don't expect to go together, in their magical hands, not only work, but become a fresh new sound that draws you in and stirs new emotions. They break rules and try new approaches stretch the limits of traditional ideas. Pleasing to the ear, always innovative , Bravo! I love it!

Heard that Austin was so blown away with Rob, he had to redo his portion.

Hi Britt, I'm so happy you reacted to this. I wanted to see your face - first when they showed up in suits and when they opened their mouths! I still get chill bumps, but I admit I got more from watching your reaction!! I really hope you'll do more Home Free reactions. Some suggestions: "Helplessly Hoping" (CSNY cover) "In The Blood" (John Mayer cover) or "Brothers In Arms" (Dire Straits cover)

I don't know much about opera, but from what I heard even their pronunciation of the Italian language in this was perfect.

I loved, loved, loved your reaction!

Britt, first,your beautiful and your comments are most amusing!!😊. ReLly enjoy watching you

There it is, like so many the face of surprise and amazement and enjoyment. We all have fallen in love with this video. 👍🏾

All our boys from Home Free just have talent out of this world!

I consider every member of this group beautiful and amazing musicians 😍 love your reactions 💖🦋

Home Free has no limits 😁

Talent level is unmatched.

Excellent!. Love and Respect Canada.

I love this song i love them singing it ..its just beautifully done by them Wow !!!

This is so very awesome! The first time I heard this I about fell out of my chair. Love your reaction!

This gave me goose bumps all over!!! Wow!

In an interview with Patrol Gaming, Austin said that he'd really wanted to show off "opera Rob"; however, Rob said he wouldn't unless Austin sang it with him. Austin went on to say he thought he'd been okay but that Rob was fantastic. I love the way they support each other. "Nessun Dorma" is an aria from Puccini's opera Turandot (there is an English translation available on the 'net).

Goosebumps!!

Liked your reaction, again ❤ They are great!

I agree completely. Absolutely stunning. ❤️

Another enjoyable reaction. We'll keep looking for reactions to this. Why not viral?

No clashing of voices lol imo 😊 nice reaction ❤

I thought I was going to be rickrolled but then this happened. Well, we knew they had good voices but goodness! Rob studied opera in college but that was years ago. Austin studied musical theater. Just love them. Home Free sings here at Country Rebel (an old church, now a studio I think?). They sing 3 songs here live….they’re so good. 🥰 I believe they say “Try” because they are not opera singers but yeah, they’re good!!!

Watch their cover of Crazy. They all are dressed up and looking fine😊

It's always nice to get a pleasant surprise this shows how much talent Home Free as a whole has. Britt you are right about calling them just country that was put on them in a singing competition that just kinda stuck

Have you heard Austin's "Bring Him Home"? And he has a sexy song on the HF album that he wrote called, "Playing With Fire". Should be the theme song for the "Panty-dropping Club".😊❤

They are Amazing

I think it's great that Austin got Rob to do this and featured him on Austin's own channel. They can definitely sing anything, but they tend to put a little bit of a country "spin" on most of their covers. Of course, this one didn't really allow for that, but you can hear it in most of their covers if you listen for it.

since Dimash, it looks like the boarders are falling! Try, mix and use every Style and Techniqe to create and and transport Emotions. 💛🧡❤💖

Rob's father is a big opera fan. When he heard this (I am not sure if Rob played this video or sang it live for him), he reportedly cried with joy.

Austin and Tim have a side project (along with Tim doing solo work) and so does Chance. I love that Home Free is open to letting each other explore outside the group.

They aren’t “just” country artists. I think the emphasis should be on artist - which they all certainly are!

You need to hear their version of Mayday. It definitely proves they aren’t just country.

I believe Rob Lundquist was trained to sing opera.

Rob sudied opera at college.Austin was encouraged to, but didn't. Rob was nervous about this performance. They did an incredible job

They are artists from the country

Britt, this was soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo good.

They are so good!!!

Evidently Austin and Rob recorded separate tracks and when Austin heard Rob’s he redid his track.

Austin after hearing Rob decide d sing his part over.

Classical training is foundational, so Brown has had some exposure to the genre. Lundquist has simply had a lot more.

Perfect a cappella harmonization: Voctave's Disney Princess Medley. Please!

Suckered you in! … ANY one from Home Free, coupled with the word “try” is an oxymoron, kind of like “jumbo Shrimp”. If they do it-, it is first class!

I'd like to categorize them as eclectic. But Country got them to where they are so no complaints here.

Wonderful reaction! Yeah, they did more than just try and they can sing any genre. (Austin shouldn't be allowed to look that fine while sounding that good, I kid, he always looks good)

Rob was professionally trained in opera. I had suggested this to you several weeks ago when you played the samevdong by many others.

I agree with you on their "classification" as just country. They are "artists". Great reaction Britt, keep them coming. PS: You may want to check out some of Austin's solo stuff... he does a great rendition of a song from Les Misérables, Bring Him Home (ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-NGP1nEG-OTQ.html)

I AM NOT A OPERA FAN,,,,,BUT THIS IS "BEAUTIFUL"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I always thought it was Rob who suggested this, but from responses on other pages this was Austins idea ... either way it sounds beautiful, definitely PDC worthy

They had to classify as country to get a spot on the sing off in 2013.

In concert they call themselves 'the world's first and only vocal country band's because they don't use musical instruments. Obviously here, they aren't Home Free doing a song as Home Free. Clearly, they do all genres.

They're voices are so incredible.. This is Rob and Austin... but if you listen to Tim Foust.. his voice can go any genre also. So glad that Austin is part of the panty dropping club.. Even though I think Rob has a more opera voice

True Opera Singers will tell you it isn't bad... but they took liberties with the Operatic genre. Frankly, having like you heard numerous covers of the Master~ Pavarotti... in Opera enunciation is everything its terribly specific... their performance is IMO beautiful and caters to the Romantic side of the piece. It is considered a more Common Version not bad but not to "standard." Which if you wanna be snooty is fine. I think it plays to the warmer emotional side and is beautiful.

Austin’s hair looks longer because he often has it in a “man bun”.

There is a purposeful dissonance between the music and the singer at the beginning.....nice pick up on thar....but this is also a solo and theyre sharing....great work...thank you

Suits yes the one Ausrin has on is the same one they were all dressed in when they sung Crazy . Iam not picking on him for using the same suit I like that there have been a few vids of them using the same clothing in different vid I can not fault them for that a sharpe dressed man is still a sharpe dressed man mmm think that's a song lol

You need to react to Homefree Mayday

Home Free are the best out there, I have all the CDs and Vinyls they have put out and have seen the live. One note is Home Free really does not have a main vocalist.

I think I watch Britt reacts way too much… At least my wife says so🤣🥳

Love your reaction to this. Not to sound like a creep but damn you are pretty. Home Free is the best out there.

Every time something new comes out from Home Free I always jump on it, the boys are always great! Please please listen to A live PBS concert recording of Jackie Evancho singing Nessun Dorma, this was her first major concert after placing second on AGT and was taped just before she turned 11 years old! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-csjIrNbAtEA.html . I scrolled through many of your videos after first seeing your reaction to David Phelps doing No More Night, and I did not see yet any reactions to Jackie so I'm not sure if you are even familiar with who she is. This video is from 13 years ago and her most current material is incredible, but being an adult now the sound that she had at 10 or 11 years old was insane! There are many recordings from this same concert That will amaze you!

Please react to the Home Free cover of 'Ring Of Fire' featuring Avi Kaplan.... you'll have a new inductee into 'the club'!!

Hi Britt, Your reactions are always entertaining. Yes, They sang that exceptionally well, considering this storied genre. I also feel they wished to convey their humility and not sound as though they're 'it!' Rob has had some classical training and Austin has his roots in musical theatre - so, not so surprising.... May I direct you to one particular song that Austin Brown does, on his solo channel. "Bring Him Home." The song is from 'Les Miserables' and I would be most interested in your take. Please give it a chance, should you wish.... ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-NGP1nEG-OTQ.html It should be noted that Austin was recruited after they witnessed him perform with the entertainment troop aboard a cruise ship... Be well and Stay well....

They should've let the instrumentation play out longer instead of cutting it immediately after the vocals conclude. The abrupt ending feels too odd.

here you go Britt, this is the classic, sung by perhaps the greatest tenor of the 20th Century ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Eg-59NoES2o.html

Austin looks like a cartoon mouse in a suit to me. Random, I know.

Surprise! No surprise, really.❤‍🔥

Panties everywhere!