This stunning performance of ‘Edelweiss’ from The Sounds of Music is moving enough to bring a tear to the eye.
Ellen Haygood crushes this performance with smooth vocals, banjo picking, and guitar strumming. Assisted by her husband, who sings the backup songs, their harmony is about as close to perfect as you can get.
The real beauty in this performance comes from the seemingly natural chemistry between the married couple. Predicting each one’s next move to synchronize the song comes flawlessly.
In the description of the video, Ellen describes it as nothing fancy. All the power couple needed was an iPhone to record, their instruments, and a little bit of time off together to make this beautiful cover.
The way that Ellen Haygood picks her banjo is genuinely reminiscent of folk-style banjo playing, making this cover sound even more classic. Michaels guitar strumming is on the tune and on time.
What’s truly beautiful about this performance is that it highlights the simple things in life. All you really need is someone you care for and a little bit of talent to make something unforgettable.
