It was strange to see the boys without their numerous choreographies with which they normally accompany their songs. But this didn't seem to steal their enjoyment and they were as committed as always. They went with the music as much as their restricted positions permitted them to do, even with the most upbeat songs such as Ding Dong Merrily On High and others. Very well done, boys!
The sound was highly transparent, sometimes it may have even been too much, but on the other hand I did enjoy hearing details I usually don't.
Above all else, I had been excited about the three new songs and they couldn't be any more different! One calm and heartwarming. One touching the soul unto tears. And the third vibrant, playful.Â
Let Me Make Songs For The People formed the thrilling concert opener and following the lyrics' meaning, it was doubtlessly the most appropriate song to start off a concert which accomplished under such problematic circumstances in a world turned upside down this year.
Tune and harmonic construction of this anthem-like piece are rather conventional, no big surprises, they progress in a familiar way. So this differs from songs like Angele Dei for example. BUT it's absolutely captivating via its gorgeous arrangement! Love at first listen over here.
 It is both rich and gentle, directly full of power and hope for the future, the several part harmony starting with the second verse was simply enchanting and then the third verse turned to a soft, intimate mood. A catchy, but certainly no boring song. This marvelous introduction to the concert made it very clear that neither Libera's singing quality nor their sound had dropped during those past long months and I leant back and let myself carry away with joy and with goosebumps for what more was to come tonight.
Walking in the Air, ah, this lovely song does so good! It's Luca's song indeed, it suits him in the best way, as by that frequency of long notes he can showcase his amazing breath control and the crystal clear shimmer of his voice. A gem!
If was the song I had been curious about the most. Being German, the fact that it originates from a film about Anne Frank strikes a chord in me, and those poignant lyrics hand in hand with the haunting music have a deep impact on me. There's an intensely longing, imploring tone, of resignation even, and yet I still seem to perceive a slim ray of hope there, and all of that doesn't quit to evoke that "why". Nevertheless, the way I feel about this song is not only intertwined with its historic reality, but at the same time includes today's issues. I fail at putting that in proper words, I'm afraid.
Robert's arrangement follows the original song closely; however he did what I had quietly been hoping for: To lessen at least a bit the heartbreaking melancholy of the original in favour of giving it a brighter, more hopeful direction by the choir, who with gentle caution enfolded Daniel's lead part. The song lays its entire focus on the solo. So Daniel had a huge responsibility. He fulfilled his job, as if he was aware of that, he really was inside the song, which was very moving to watch as well.
A wonderful song.
The Angel Gabriel is a song we apparently don't talk about very often when we discuss Libera's songs, although I'm almost sure we all like it a lot. Maybe this results from being quite an even-tempered song without much development. It's just rounded in itself. I love to hear Libera sing it and this time it was one of my highlights of the concert!
The song itself is simple, but the streaming Libera sound and the soft musical swaying while the song moved on blended to an irresistible ensemble, completely homogeneous, which includes the orchestra. The song filled me with peace throughout and the final part was mesmerizing.I never get tired of Carol Of The Bells. That's still a terrific song up to today and Libera delivered it with the usual spirit! I always pay special attention to that essential part later on, when the music is being built up increasingly and with a final draw of even more power at "from everywhere filling the air" opens out into "Oh how they pound etc.". That has to happen seamlessly and was excellently delivered by the choir under the perfect conduction by Steven Geraghty. I'd like to use this song to, representing the whole concert, give him a shoutout here and now! He conducted precisely and unobtrusively and it was a pleasure to watch him.
Deep Peace was the song I liked the least of this concert due to its strange sound. When the singing had begun after the intro, it made something like "whoops" in me, as there suddenly was a painful sound discrepancy between solo group and the accompanying choral and instrumental part. Also there was too much reverb added for my taste. So I regret to say that I didn't enjoy the song very much, although the singing itself was flawless.Â
Sing For Our World - yeah!
Very dance-like, rhythmic, not at all like the songs by Libera we are used to, not even with upbeat songs like Ding Dong or Three Ships. But the choral arrangemen did work, it was still our Libera who sang it! 
  That's a rousing music which was so entertaining to listen to! A speedy, difficult song which requires full concentration, but I bet they had enormous fun rehearsing and performing it. Having to avoid the natural movement to such a groovy piece must have been a challenge and for me it was a somewhat odd view, while the energy they put into their singing was absolutely visible. I couldn't help but move to their rhythm on my comfy couch and no other song saw me smile as broadly as this one. WOW!But oh, what did you do to me to publish two songs at the same time with such titles Let Me Make Songs for the People and Sing For Our World? How shall I manage not to confuse them forever?!
The energetic I Saw Three Ships closed a magnificent Libera concert as their encore.
Coming to the solos, Daniel, Dominik, Luca and Victor had a most busy day, double-busy so to speak.
 Tbh, I'd have preferred a broader variety of soloists, oh look how spoilt I have become through the last years!  I missed an extended lead solo by Oliver WR or a solo by Laurence I had much wished for. Voice changes ahead ...? But I guess that after such complicated choir times Robert, very comprehensibly, intended to be on the safe side with a reduced group of highly experienced reliable soloists. We did get to hear some prospective soloists though, the youngest of whom was Daniel, I believe - called "Small Daniel" as distinguished from "Big Daniel" (White) - singing the final line of Carol of the Bells. Although short, Small Daniel's voice and his calm promise good times to come!Dominik's voice has distinctly developed: It has taken in more vigor and more core and he clearly gained more confidence. You could tell that he kept practising his voice, of which we were given plenty of proof during the lockdown time. Summarising what I wrote and what I had to skip due to a lack of time, this concert not only made me more than happy in terms of the music, but also gave me the relieved security that Libera has not incurred any damage by the corona disaster. I feel warm and joyful inside, and how I long now for seeing them in person finally again in April/Ely ... please, please, may it happen!
Especially big thanks to Libera and all others and also to the staff of St. John's Smith Square for making all of this possible; for attendance in person as well as through streaming! After so much concert frustration this year it feels incredibly good to have had this one!
 It was very uplifting as well to share an equal excitement with other Libera fans around the globe. 
Many thanks, Luckdragon, also to Surpinto, and Padma: 
Any ideas what I should do? Would really love to buy a copy of the programme.
