I have loved this song from the first time I heard in in 2004. Since then, I have never heard a choir sing it where the bass is that intense. I really love this choir. Way to go you guys!!!!
THIS IS SO GOD DAMN GORGEOUS<3 I LOVE ALL MEN CHOIRS<3 I AM A CHOIR GIRL AND THIS LIKE BROUGHT TEARS TO MY EYES ITS SO DAMN GORGEOUS<3 LIKE WORDS CAN'T EVEN EXPLAIN HOW AMAZING<3!!!!!!!!!!! PERFECTT
This is definitely one of the best versions I've heard of this song. I love the sign language, and I don't mind the dancers in *concept.* But, as Triairius says, there's too *much* happening. Also, the choreography doesn't work, especially in the bit where the dancers are "playing" and the music is weeping.
I'm totally convinced that Concordia is America's best kept music institution secret.....every performance I've seen or heard from this college has ben phenomenal
There is an outstanding version of this on a 1993 copyright cd called "INNOVATORS: Sam Cardon; Kurt Bestor" produced by Brian Blosil for WordPerfect Corporation. It's a ddd disc so the quality is outstanding. I got mine as a member of the WordPerfect Forum, but I imagine you might find a copy or at least some information by contacting Corel WordPerfect. The disc contains ten other selections of a similar nature!
This poem (turned into a song) was written by an American doctor who was working in a Bosnian Hospital. One day he left for lunch, and the hospital was bombed, killing all of the children.
@somecallmetim46 Those are the written words, "Who will" are the alternate words for the song, because some people can't grow a pair and say Jesus in public.
@Marsuvees1298 - Bestor, the original composer, wrote both sets of words. He did so because the sentiments in the song are universal and not confined to Christianity. Given that the conflict this originated from was (partly) religious, I think that was an excellent choice. From a poetic standpoint, though, I think "Jesus" works better, because its tone is directly pleading in a way that seems to resonate deeper than "who will," which is more rhetorical and less personal.
@arclevel Well I understand that, but there is a reason he put "who will" as the alternate words, not the written ones. I believe that a choir should always sing what is written, not alternate words or melodies, because as you said, it portrays what the composer was trying to say to a fuller extent. Also, my previous comment sounds much more harsh than I intended it to be, but I still stand by it!
@Marsuvees1298 actually, the reason why the alternate words are "who will" are because where this song was intended for, there is more than one religion, so the composer wanted to include ALL who were suffering
Absolutely amazing. For an undergraduate institution, this choir has such a professional sound and tone. I am guessing Dr. Clausen is not the only brilliant faculty member at Concordia to create such a fantastic ensemble.
I've watched a number of versions of PFTC on Youtube... I feel that this is by far the best. René Clausen is a genius, granted, but it was still just so much more... musical.
I LOVE this piece, I sang it last year in Low Beaux (my high schools men's choir) and i think you guys did an AMAZING job... the interpretive dance/pantomime (no offense i was a very creative idea) made me CRACK UP though. It just seemed so awkward in the context of the piece considering it was written for a childrens' hospital that was blown to bits. I honestly really liked the idea though.
I sang this song in my Men's Choir when I was going to school and it brought tears to my eyes every time I sang it.
mancalledtommy 2 days ago
love the sound but they need some girls for the soprano part so it has an even better sound or get some guys who have a very high voice
lalaland2340 3 days ago
I have loved this song from the first time I heard in in 2004. Since then, I have never heard a choir sing it where the bass is that intense. I really love this choir. Way to go you guys!!!!
Eddyvilleguy88 2 weeks ago
THIS IS SO GOD DAMN GORGEOUS<3 I LOVE ALL MEN CHOIRS<3 I AM A CHOIR GIRL AND THIS LIKE BROUGHT TEARS TO MY EYES ITS SO DAMN GORGEOUS<3 LIKE WORDS CAN'T EVEN EXPLAIN HOW AMAZING<3!!!!!!!!!!! PERFECTT
bazinqaa 2 weeks ago
This is very good, but Nordic choir version is better. Just one person doing sign language and no dancers.
jroberts1hawaii 1 month ago
This is definitely one of the best versions I've heard of this song. I love the sign language, and I don't mind the dancers in *concept.* But, as Triairius says, there's too *much* happening. Also, the choreography doesn't work, especially in the bit where the dancers are "playing" and the music is weeping.
arclevel 1 month ago
I'm totally convinced that Concordia is America's best kept music institution secret.....every performance I've seen or heard from this college has ben phenomenal
oldschooldrumcorps 1 month ago 2
this is awesome....except for the couple flopping around on the stage. Just didn't seem very smooth to me.
cheapskate863 2 months ago
Gentlemen you sound superb!
and what a cool idea with all the parts together! Bravo!!!
colletti1220 2 months ago
I actually got to go to an honor choir with this man! It was an incredible experience and I am so greatful that he does them!
CynderSkunk01 3 months ago
There is an outstanding version of this on a 1993 copyright cd called "INNOVATORS: Sam Cardon; Kurt Bestor" produced by Brian Blosil for WordPerfect Corporation. It's a ddd disc so the quality is outstanding. I got mine as a member of the WordPerfect Forum, but I imagine you might find a copy or at least some information by contacting Corel WordPerfect. The disc contains ten other selections of a similar nature!
oldchazman 3 months ago
Kurt Bestor is a native of my hometown, Waukesha, WI! :-D
Kman547 3 months ago
This poem (turned into a song) was written by an American doctor who was working in a Bosnian Hospital. One day he left for lunch, and the hospital was bombed, killing all of the children.
kelseypenis 3 months ago
Its prayer OF the Children
meanarmyman 3 months ago
Sounds fantastic. But way too much is happening on stage.
Triairius 5 months ago 18
Oh Hai, Eric and John!
dahorn07 5 months ago
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dahorn07 5 months ago
I've never heard a version where they say 'Jesus save me' - I like it. They usually say 'Who will save me?' which sounds a lot more hopeless...:\
somecallmetim46 5 months ago
@somecallmetim46 Those are the written words, "Who will" are the alternate words for the song, because some people can't grow a pair and say Jesus in public.
Marsuvees1298 1 month ago
@Marsuvees1298 - Bestor, the original composer, wrote both sets of words. He did so because the sentiments in the song are universal and not confined to Christianity. Given that the conflict this originated from was (partly) religious, I think that was an excellent choice. From a poetic standpoint, though, I think "Jesus" works better, because its tone is directly pleading in a way that seems to resonate deeper than "who will," which is more rhetorical and less personal.
arclevel 1 month ago
@arclevel Well I understand that, but there is a reason he put "who will" as the alternate words, not the written ones. I believe that a choir should always sing what is written, not alternate words or melodies, because as you said, it portrays what the composer was trying to say to a fuller extent. Also, my previous comment sounds much more harsh than I intended it to be, but I still stand by it!
Marsuvees1298 1 month ago
@Marsuvees1298 actually, the reason why the alternate words are "who will" are because where this song was intended for, there is more than one religion, so the composer wanted to include ALL who were suffering
mollmoll1423 1 month ago
the dancers are extremely distracting from the song...I hate it. :/ The choir is amazing though. LOVE this song.
ThisSinginGirlAK 6 months ago
The male dancer had a terrible point. Absolutely loved the song though :)
ThePandaman008 6 months ago
Absolutely amazing. For an undergraduate institution, this choir has such a professional sound and tone. I am guessing Dr. Clausen is not the only brilliant faculty member at Concordia to create such a fantastic ensemble.
ChoirXXNerd21 6 months ago
not really a fan of the ttbb arrangement, but witht he dancers and the signing, it is a very unique and inspiring performance.
brycepatties 6 months ago
This is perfect. Utterly PERFECT.
JittanyBronas1 7 months ago 3
I've watched a number of versions of PFTC on Youtube... I feel that this is by far the best. René Clausen is a genius, granted, but it was still just so much more... musical.
jojojootlewootle 1 year ago 9
I LOVE this piece, I sang it last year in Low Beaux (my high schools men's choir) and i think you guys did an AMAZING job... the interpretive dance/pantomime (no offense i was a very creative idea) made me CRACK UP though. It just seemed so awkward in the context of the piece considering it was written for a childrens' hospital that was blown to bits. I honestly really liked the idea though.
guitarman14339 1 year ago
@guitarman14339 It's not pantomime.. XD It's Sing Language :S
Ylieg 9 months ago