Kurt Elling - Nature Boy - Jazz and Orchestra 

Clearly, Kurt Elling's passion is frightening to some. Their loss. I've seen him six or seven times in person and he never disappoints. The best male jazz singer on the planet.

I love how the drummer totally gets lost in his solo. A true master of his art. I love this video.

Kurt Elling is the apex male jazz singer/vocalese/scatmaster of this era. Drummer Kobie Watkins solo was dexterous and the epitome rhythmic finesse. He played one song on my self produced CD “PERFECT PEACE” and we used to Jam at the Velvet Lounge in Chicago 20 years ago. Bassist Rob Amster played a trio gig with me at DePaul University. Pianist Lawrence Hobgood is from Chicago too and a virtuoso of course! I have seen Kurt Elling perform with Mark Murphy, Kevin Mahogany, and the legendary Jon Hendricks! Kurt Elling used to jam with the legendary 🎷 player Von Freeman in the 80’s & 90’s on the Chicago’s South side. Again, Kurt Elling is one of the best jazz male singers of all time!,🎤🎹🎺🎻🎸🥁🎷🪕🎼

As a musician, I am amazed at how he uses his voice. Absolutely astounding.

I don't know what some of these people are talking about. Music isn't about perfection, it's about how it conveys emotion and I LOVE THIS RENDITION. I am a new Kurt Elling fan!!! Amazing voice..

15yrs in and I still love these presentations by Kurt Elling ❤️

Taehyung's taste never disappoint. Whenever he suggests an artist or a song u know it's a gem

He is killing it. Every time I listen to his passionate interpretation it makes me lose some tears. The drum solo is nailing it too...

Kurt is such a cat, some of these jazz contemporaries are such monsters, the art just grows and grows. Kurt's ability to roar and soar then swoop down to softness and delicacy amply illustrates a singer at the very top of his game. Kurt is another of the many great objects to study in jazz.

We all talk about great Kurt's voice, but can we appreciate the drummer work🔥

I'd never heard of Kurt Elling before doing a RU-vid search for Nature Boy, what a joy. I so love discovering new artists.

almost 12 years later and i still cant stop watching this

one of the best jazz singers on the planet

This is why Kurt Elling is my favorite jazz singer. Simply amazing.

One of the most underrated jazz singers of our era

I was turning a radio dial one Summer day in Chicago and I stumbled upon Orbert Davis' radio show. His guest that day was Kurt Elling, and during the interview Kurt spoke about the late great Mark Murphy. I knew Kurt Elling's name because he's a Chicago Son, but I didn't know his music. Shamefully, I didn't know Mark Murphy's name at all, but I had heard a few of his songs. Not only did that interview lead me here, it lead me to an amazing songbook of both Elling's and Mark Murphy's songs. So much value discovered from randomly turning a radio dial one Summer day in Chicago. My Creator has since bathed me in some of the best Jazz music, nay, some of the best music ever made. I am so blessed.

Kurt Elling's is the definitive version of Nature Boy - one of the most haunting songs ever composed.

The best drum solo I ever heard Kobie Watkins play live. Chicago cat all the way. Bar setting and a drummer to be emulated!

V tiene un gusto exquisito , vaya si no lo hubiera mencionando ( que le gusta este artista) , no habría escuchado esta canción

ABSOLUTELY JAW DROPPING vocals and musicianship ALL THE WAY AROUND!!! Wow!! And I say this as a vocalist...Wow!

I could watch this over and over. Wow. Amazing band, incredible vocals, ridiculous drum solo.

Why doesn't Kurt Elling get more airplay on jazz stations? Come DJs, wake up! He is truly a treasure and one of a kind!

He sings with so much soul. I wish i was there to witness this performance.

I THINK I JUST DIED AND WENT TO HEAVEN

Genius voice and incredible drummer!

Unbelievable. i mean the man is amazing.

I was there aswell!... My eyes got wet when he sung "lush life"... that was a magic moment ill treasure for ever..

I showed up last night in SF at a rehearsal with my choir, the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir for a Duke Ellington Tribute concert we're doing at Grace Cathedral to see Kurt Elling on stage! He's singing with us!!! I couldn't believe it. I couldn't stop staring at him and he was looking at me like what is her problem..lol.

I'm amazed! Thanks to Taehyung for recommending such a great musician! It's scary to think that I could pass by such a performer in my life and never hear him!

Kurt does such a great job with this rendition of "Nature Boy". It is right up there and maybe even better than Nat King Coles version. I just cannot stop listening to Kurt and this beautiful song. I have become addicted!

I seriously cannot get over how incredible this guy is. Just unbelievable. Best. singer. ever. period.

That drum solo! Oh My!!!

I've never seen an orchestra have so much fun before!

Oh my God- I love this version. Kurt Elling= the best male singer alive!

There are very few who make my eyes tear-u,p but Kurt Elling does it for me and leaves me wanting to hear more. This performance almost had me crying like a baby and I am three quarters of a century old. I have heard all the greats in that time and Elling outstrips them all IMHO! The pianist and drummer are apt players to meld with this singer...not everyone could!

Audio chocolate.

Best version I ever heard can't stop listening to it

Wow. Holy talent he has!

The absolute best to EVER do it!! Kurt Elling is the truth!!!

I was born in the same magic year as Kurt-67'-and have gone back singing after 12 years. This is so so so inspirational! God bless all your hard work and talent Mr Elling. If i can even get 3/4 of the way to that greatness I'd be amazed.

Se imaginan canciones con un estilo asi y el de Sammy Davis en su mixtape. Taehyung en verdad tiene tan buen gusto.

This was definitely a good night for the singer and drummer.

Some guys have everything. Pitch, rythm, and a voice ring that just blows you away. Boy, those low notes... Glad this one had the good idea to sing jazz.

LOL I love the lady's facial expression when Kurt Elling scats lol (4:05)

I discovered Elling about 20 years ago, and I'm glad my enthusiasm for his sound stands as I see this clip now in 2020. I would hope others feel the same of the great Kurt Elling, still?

This perfomance was perfect

He plays with upper structurers like a sax player! amazing!!

ooof, one of the best jazz ballads I have heard in this century

My x showed me Kurt about 4 years ago and i've been addicted ever sense.

One of the best songs in jazz..

Between his scat solo and the drummers solo, this song TOTALLY sends me. Kurt is magnificent!! An mp3 of this would be completely fabulous!!

JEEEEZZZZZZZZZZZ thats the most freakin' performance I've ever seen!!!! both solos were just amazing!!! loved his scat!!! what a great proposal melodic and rithmic proposal! A new way of understanding!! just great!

After 2 years of searching this performance again after forgetting it...it felt God sent to me that I have finally discovered it again! 😭💖

Genius, what incredible range, mastering the art of skat. Wow, he's glorious❤ whoever he frightens is not open to real music and the immeasurable beauty of his vocals.

I was at this concert. Thanks for putting up this song. Such a great interpretation.

We saw him recently with DeeDee Bridgewater. The two of them together was extraordinary musical chemistry! On his own, this man has always captivated me, and thankfully, he and Ms. Bridgewater did solos : )

Scatting: Speaking tongues with the gods of Jazz!

My jaw currently resides on the floor. will remain there. i am humbled. consummate showman enjoying each moment sung.

I'm sure there will be songs in Tae's mixtape with this style

I get tingles every time I watch this, wish it where available on DVD :(

Love love love Kurt Elling! I am honored to be living in the city that is hosting him at the Jazz Festival :) Only mad love and respect for this genius!!

This Mo Fo is friggin' AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!! Yeaaaaaaaaaaaaaah! And the drummer gave it all he had and a little more!

He´s a musician, not only a singer!!! Wonderful!!

Reinvention of jazz skatting with a versatile twist. Impeccable.

I think Kurt is an amazing singer that does something different and has an amazing sense of rhythm.

WOW! I LOVE this guy. Kurt is SICK with the vocals. Just SICK! The music is on point, too! Now THIS is what you call REAL music.

I discovered Kurt Elling 20 years ago. I have 3 albums from him and i still love this voice and this version

Brilliant just brilliant.

That drum solo is just perfect!!!

Got to congratulate Mr. Kurt Elling for furthering the style that the great Ella Fitzgerald invented, known as Scat, and bringing it to yet another level. Bravo!

His voice is perfect!

I always hold my breath when it comes to the drummer solo

Just the best rendition of this song I have ever heard.

I'm wondering why anyone would hit the dislike button on this rendition? Great job Kurt on this song. You did justice to it. My opinion

It is just perfect. What a beautiful version.

He's having fun and enjoying every moment. Compare his freedom and fun to the somewhat serious faces of the orchestra doing their wonderful work....I think they themselves are also amazed at the improvisation. Admiration it's called.

Shook his hand recently, he's so cool I got pneumonia.

Can we take a moment to appreciate the chops this drummer had, really?

I am highly impressed with his vocal skills, notes he chooses! Awesome singer, showman! I've heard he runs workshops around Europe - he needs to come to Poland again!

Love the freedom he sings with.

Wow! What an amazing singer!! His music goes directly to the bones!

There was a boy A very strange enchanted boy They say he wandered very far, very far, over land and sea A little shy and sad of eye But very wise was he And then one day A magic day he passed my way And while we spoke of many things Fools and kings This he said to me The greatest thing you'll ever learn Is just to love and be loved in return The greatest thing you'll ever learn Is just to love and be loved in return

I loooooooove his rendition of 'Nature Boy'

I love how his scat solo is reminiscent of a trumpet, which is what the great Ella did in her solos, evoke another music instrument. I've always been a big fan of his, he came to my college, UNT and mentored us.

been following gin since 2000. he skats marvelously! I wish he had more songs skatting. However, it doesn't make him. He's great regardless.

Mesmerizing . . . personal owning NATURE BOY he IS!!! B R A V O !!!

I second that: Just about the best rendition of that song EVER!

His presence in concert is electrifying.

Gorgeous, lush singing and a killer arrangement!

FANTASTIC. This is the most original, innovative version of this I've ever heard. Unreal voice on him!

2016 and Kurt still puts it down.

This really leaves you speechless, filled with intense joy because of the skills and passion displayed here

Taehyung, what a great recommendation. 👍🏻😉

I can´t believe what I´m listening... My God... Awesome!!

That drum solo gets me every time.

Love scatting...so creative!!!

Seeing Kurt Elling in Brampton tonight!!! So excited!!!!

How can you decide to pull the "unlike" button ? seriously ! even if it's not your type of music HOW could anybody truely dislike it ???? (gonna see him live in 10 days hiiiiiiiiiiiii)

What a magnificent arrangement!!! I bow to thee

This man sings with his whole body.