Loch Lomond - Ralph Vaughan Williams

[MrJeeves4me]

Lovely, gentle and inspiring!

[saxon954]

Brilliant !!!

Britain owes so much to Vaughan Williams for preseving a part of our heritage that had sadly been neglcted. We already had the poets and authors but he showed us that we had a rich musical legacy.

[s6u6r6f6]

I'm back.

I always come back to this version.

There is something about it that gets me right to my soul.

thanks again

[TheVignola]

Nevertheless the main voice does not stand out as necessary, give you the greetings and harmonic vocal arrangement, brilliant and touching. This arrangement deserves a new recording and played by a real choir. Congratulations great job!

[louisa1832]

Well, I think it's terrific.

[sonofgilnockie]

Hypnotic......

[pfister339]

I just listened to this for the first time (your recording) and simply loved it. It is truly inspirational.

[ghostshell999]

Good job! Nicely done!

[quadro95]

Loved it, thanks so much for the time and talent you've put into something so lovely. Now I must check out your other offerings. Blessings to you and yours.

[Vlessgorian]

I liked it! In spite of all the bad comments this video has recieved, I think it's a good version because it doesn't sound like a concert hall recording but something much more intimate, more like a group of people singing at someone's house, and I think this music relates much more to this than to a concert hall :D

[nanesse]

I just hope this video will last indefinitely on youtube; a beautiful interpretation of superb folk music so well served by vw:  all my thanks!!

[nanesse]

I just hope this video will last indefinitely on youtube; a beautiful interpretation of superb folk music so well served by vw: all my thanks!!

[Welverance]

la più bella versione di Loch Lomond !!! thankyou soo much

[Welverance]

la più bella versione di Loch Lomond !!! la mia preferita !!! thankyou soo much

[cranberryicicle]

The iTunes versions do not come close. Stunning job. Thank you so much for this.

[reville00]

this is so beatiful!

[s6u6r6f6]

the finish....makes the whole song. love this.

keep coming back to it.

87000 cant be wrong

[NonInflatable]

A little dreary, I have to say.....

[MrLFerryhouse]

the voice is bad sorry to say nice effort but classical music and sing in english it just doesnt match, like mozart said, only latin and german spoken songs for classical songs...b

[windstorm1000]

You did a great job--the great music and scenic hhoto makes me wish I was in Scotland, let me tell you , laddie!

[Sheldan2able]

Magnificent! I know this has been up for a while. I just wanted to congratulate you for your fine work! I am sure Vaughan Williams, wherever he is, is proud this!

[bobth1019]

You sound just fine...always strange how people rip into others when given a chance....I give you credit for putting yourself out there...always plenty of people to take shots from the sidelines

[Rigolettobrotha]

Well, I am an opera singer and while this is not operatic (wasn't meant to be I'm sure)... I would say... good job!!! It's not perfect but it's really pretty darn good especially the imaginative arrangement! Hey bud, why don't you record it again with your new mics and sound board.

[buenobus]

this is nicely done. thanks for the pleasantry.

[pskidmore1986]

brilliant! very nicely done, to me it sounded spot on

[scatmanwfm]

It's amazing how many shitheads are on here badmouthing this. This version is really well done.

[forglegorktheork]

This is impressive, but it sounds like the tracks have been slowed to meet the low register. Very pretty, though. You have a very distinctive voice, sir.

[SFsuperforte]

This is very good. The main thing is that the soloist's voice is too dark. Also, the dynamics are a little limited. So brighten up the tone, and give the artistry a little more energy and this piece will really come to life.

[steeeeevve]

Good old Vaughan Williams!

[s6u6r6f6]

once again.....I am here.

and I am on the sea....the wind in my sails.

and home is on the horizon.

for this is my heritage...

and you sir:

have done it proud

[Cumul0Nimbus]

@s6u6r6f6 Just wondering, what are these words taken from?

[s6u6r6f6]

@Cumul0Nimbus

Loch Lomond song lyrics and music are famed throughout the world. Sung by bands such as Runrig, Celtic Horizon,Corries,Beggars Row and many others. It is a true story of two Jacobites captured by the English and due to be hanged at Carlisle. Then the English Lord decides to set free the unmarried man and hang the married man as an example. The idea was that the free man would tell everyone what would happen if they fought for their freedom again. But the Jacobite .......continued

[s6u6r6f6]

@Cumul0Nimbus

Part 2...meaning of the words to Loch Lomond

.......... But the Jacobite to be hanged said to the other "you take the high road, and I'll take the low road and I'll be in Scotland afore ye" The meaning of this is that to the Celtic man of Scotland the high road is the road of the living and the low road is the road of those who have passed into the spirit world through death. He believed that he would be with his wife before the free man.

[steeeeevve]

Whatever the style, this recording expresses the soul of the work and I for one am deeply grateful.

[Auriga37]

I've been meaning to buy Mixcraft...this just may seal the deal..Thanks!

[RavensRequiem]

I absolutely love this version. The voice is hauntingly beautiful and as always this song brings tears to run unashamedly down my cheeks. Thank you so much for sharing with us.

[migwombat]

Absolutely wonderful. Getting goosebumps at work.

[thewordofgord]

Badass: thanks for this! It is a lovely choral version of Vaughan Williams arrangement I did not previously know of. And I'm just as proudly Scottish as any of those nationalistic wankers whining down below. Good on ya mate!

wordofgord

[witherwings14]

i suppose i can understand people's sense of a lack of energy/fervor in the musical execution of this piece, but overall, this is very impressive (and even beautiful!) for being one person.

[DropkickPenguin]

My musical qualifications consist entirely of two years of high school band and a secondary role in a musical...but for what it's worth, I think this rendition is incredible. Whenever I need a break from Runrig's version and want to hear a rendition that has gravity and weight appropriate for the song's story, I come back to this. Great job.

[travlnhank]

Jesus Christ wouldn't go to Scotland if he heard this version of Loch Lomond

[pyromohanzed]

Is that a BAD thing?

[LaNcEdApAnTz]

@travlnhank lol whaaaaat

[lisbon67gjm]

oh its alright,stop it

[MetaSethical]

Hey, don't listen to all those naysayers. This is beautiful! VERY GOOD!

[crystalchiawen]

In fact, I think you really did well in making this short film, and I do enjoy this very much. Your soft and gentle voice calms many people including me, especially, and I've listened to this film for almost one year but I just found out those harshy, unpleasant and insulting comments a few minutes ago...what I trying to say is I really like and vote for what you did! Not only the music but your passion touches many people, so please do leave those boring commonts alone!

[johnsonchu]

Thank you. Although I cannot understand Scottish, but I appreciate the peace and serenity in this song. It makes me feel better in some blue night. Please don't be frustrated by those ugly words but cheer up. I am sure there are still many people like me that appreciate your works. Thanks again

[s6u6r6f6]

buddy, this gets me where I live.

well done

[yda1740]

I think yours is a beautiful rendition!

[elizebethjames]

a great rendition, ignore those negative comments...this is evocative and beautiful, well done. this song is for everyone to hear and to sing.

[s6u6r6f6]

I have this on my favorites. There are times when I ...just have to hear it. What makes ones heritage and blood stand open-armed to welcome this sound? There are shores and hills I've never seen...yet my forefathers...God Bless them...have.

And so let us rejoice in their memory...and live in their history. For the heritage which courses through these viens is part of what makes the intangibles...the haunting sound of an age transfixes us.

[Singsusa]

beautiful...moving...

[Grayson061289]

How did you record this? Sounds like a chapel, did you multitrack with a lot of reverb or record in a hall?

[Darkboy2525]

Wouw ... wonderfull ... Soo relaxing .. you have a blessed voice mr ! awsome !

[TheHistoryprof]

Beautiful! Beautiful!

[sneem10]

I love this arrangement.Your voice is wonderful.I believe you have some fans here.I think your voice is so comforting.I don't know how people who cannot sing get famous.You are MUCH better than these singers of today.This is my opinion,and I'm sticking to it.I wish that I would have come across your video sooner,because that would have meant that I could have been enjoying your singing longer;oh,well,better late than never,will continue to listen.Sandie

[roward48]

This is absolutely wonderful. It brought tears to my eyes. Your voice is thrilling. great idea singing all parts. Do some more folk songs, please.

[mckenziej87]

best yet

[DougSturm]

I'm really amazed to know that all the voices are you.

Quite amazed.

Man, your voice is great!

[TK42138]

Absolutely brilliantly done!

[KepolaKahiko]

Chillingly, goosebump-inducingly beautiful.

(In Hawaiian terms, chickenskin.)

Many thanks and congratulations to the artist. Truly transporting.

[MAugustineP]

This is absolutely amazing. It makes me feel like weeping and flying at the same time.

[crisalvini]

Simply wonderful!

[flangiel]

This is excellent.

[chazsmateII]

I think if the Great Man were here to witness this he'd:

Sit in his study at that big desk listening with eyes half closed idly scratching his cats ears.

When it had finished: look up under his eyebrows smile and nod appreciatively in your direction.

.

[alvovc]

Wait, ar there 10 parts to the song or did you just record ten voices? Veryy good either way! Is V-W's arrangement just for male voices?

[lyth46]

Well done!

Thank you so very much.

[javinovsky]

un sonido increible! XD

[dagdale]

I had not realised you had sung all ten parts then collated them as one. This a very valued download,

Must investigate all your other downloads.

Congratulations; very fine performance and achievement.

Gratitude to RVW also for this marvellous arrangement.

This to replace my inadequate comment earlier.

[4bode]

anyone who says anything negative about your recording is jealous and by the looks of things are battling with their own inadequacies. Your recording was heartfelt and obviously sung with a real passion. Anyone who criticises you obviously doesn't understand anything about the purpose of music. Very touching recording.

[JIMMYISFAT666]

thanks for that.

[oakroom48]

Very beautiful! Thank you ..

[dan892k7]

I'm actually related to the late Ralph Vaughan Williams. This is an excellent rendition, and I'm very glad to hear it. You could tell at times that it was recorded on a cheap mic, but it just brought home how talented you are to be able to make it sound so professional regardless!! Well done! 5 stars!

Dan

[s6u6r6f6]

well done...if the hair stands up on my arms...that gets it....a favorite

[door2yourheart]

Weird vocals!

[TommasoCorvaja]

This is great!!! Really!! Real good job!!

[ChesterEldar]

very beautiful, I like it a lot, freat music and great voice(s), a sincere congratulation by... a multitracker ;-)

[JoeyPencils]

great job

[andrewjlgourlay]

love it

[Tubedog8]

Absolutely beautiful! You are a very talented genius!

[Margaretmouse]

This is beautiful. Props to you, dude! Is this a published arrangement or did you arrange it yourself? And do you really have that big of a range or did you alter your voice at some point? I seriously doubt I would have the patience to do something like this. This must have taken a lot of work. Great job! :-)

[Griego4325]

Good stuff

[buchananstreet]

its the faggot´s version of that great song

[iamEcky]

boah, beautiful, i wish i could make such tracks :D

[strathpipe]

DUMMblonde......So?

[dummblonde345]

hey this is amazing!!!

[maestrodimusic09]

ok people he used his computer and its all his voice I've done plenty of recordings like this on garage band and they all suck it's nearly impossible to get a 'great' recording of something it's just something fun to do and passes the time. So stop judging it so harshly... it's not operatic it's choral and I wouldn't say though that the "haters should go die..." thats harsh... if you're going to critique something make sure you have an intelligent coment otherwise don't say anything..

[fredz8]

nice, best version i ever heard^^

[BarbaraPloyer333]

This is such a beautiful composition...

[boyyyitsjoey]

I wish all you haters would go die.

I think this is a great recording, and the song is touching, and he did his best with what he had.

Great job :D

[strathpipe]

NihilNominis Snobby Rustic?...whit the...Are you a GIRL!

[dummblonde345]

you can't type

[NihilNominis]

Gorgeous. I needed a song to touch me deeply to-day, and you've done it. Thank you so much.

[strathpipe]

badasscommy I swear you just get dafter I'm thinking your a bit of an eejit!

[strathpipe]

Badasscommy This is a stupid question you know how to use the net use it you are bound to learn something

[Badasscommy]

There's quite a lot of it online. Which of it satisfies your stringent standards? Wouldn't want to get the wrong impression.

[maestrodimusic09]

that soloist needs to not sing choral music but the mens sound isn't THAT bad... its just really lazy and slidy and muffled but their intonation isn't bad and they blend well... i'm torn... and i wouldn't consider that guy an opera singer by ANY stretch of the imagination.

[Badasscommy]

They blend well cause they're all me, and they're muffled cause I did this with a headset mic. ;) This recording definitely has its flaws... These days I'm working with much better equipment and a much better voice, but what's done is done. :P

[DanS24106]

I think because Scottish folk music is so far from operatic this strathpipe person considers any attempt to blend harmonically as "operatic".

[strathpipe]

This is terrible once again failed opera singers murdering Scottish folk music.

[Badasscommy]

Could you give me an example of how Scottish music is supposed to sound?

[travlnhank]

@Badasscommy , AYE, go to youtube and listen to the Corries version of Loch Lomond

[achinghunger15]

And could you explain how this sounds operatic??? please?

[NihilNominis]

Because Scottish folk music was written for opera singers? Strathpipe, don't be a snobby rustic.

[mrrmancunian]

@strathpipe I suppose Sean Connery butchered James Bond seeing as though he's not English. Shut up you picky bastard, there's nothing wrong with it; you're only trying to make a point, no one cares.

[travlnhank]

@strathpipe , I totally agree, Pavoratti could have done better with an italian accent, lol

[Atlikk]

It is like velvet to my ears!

[SarahNDittmann]

@Atlikk: nice comparison :) i do agree.

[tincancat]

great job

[DanS24106]

excellent job, compares very favorably to Chanticleer and your falsetto was very good.

[jsmcfly]

i think it sounds better without the accent :)

[OperaLover84]

One of the most beautiful songs ever...

[tweenoo]

superb, congratssss!!!

[AnthonyArundel]

This is ridiculously good! A stunning performance, well done. If you have a copy of the vocal arrangement, and the time/inclination, I'd love to have it please.

[stevtomato]

This is unbelievable! And the way you sung it is brilliant!

I'm going to see if I can borrow it off the music library =P Vaughan Williams rock!

[ChibiRaikou]

By yon bonnie banks and by yon bonnie braes Where the sun shines bright on Loch Lomond Where me and my true love will ne-er meet again (alternate: Where me and my true love were ever lak/wont to gae) On the bonnie, bonnie banks o' Loch Lomond. O you'll tak' the high road and I'll tak' the low road And I'll be in Scotland afore ye For me and my true love will ne-er meet again On the bonnie, bonnie banks o' Loch Lomond.

[ChibiRaikou]

'Twas there that we parted in yon shady glen On the steep, steep sides o' Ben Lomond Where deep in purple hue, the hieland hills we view And the moon comin' out in the gloamin'. The wee birdies sing and the wild flowers spring And in sunshine the waters are sleeping But the broken heart, it kens nae second spring again Tho' the waeful may cease frae their greeting. (alternate: Tho' the world knows not how we are grieving)

[EricD2105]

amazing job!

[cobaltslayer]

simply beautiful

[bestckt]

wonderful voice..well done

[nerd4life235]

The sophistication and beauty of this piece surpasses that of the average being.

[NZMegs11]

Great work, really nice recording.

[Bendmac525]

Y'know, I never really liked the Chanticleer arrangement, personally. Your recording does as much justice as Chanticleer's does, I just personally am not wild about the arrangement.

I've always preferred the King's Singers version.

[Badasscommy]

Really? Well, to each his own. I love love love this arrangement. :)

[steeeevve]

fuckin brilliant

[steeeevve]

lovely!

[steeeevve]

how lovely!

[steeeevve]

there is good in the world after all!

[steeeevve]

how lovely

[nnouk]

I WANT TO LEARN THIS SONG!!!!!!!

[burleighsurfer]

beautiful, how long did it take to complete this?

[Badasscommy]

This one probably took 4-6 hours (it's been a while). I think the solo took the longest. Since it sticks out above the other parts, I had to make sure it sounded non-crappy ;).

[sexymanlee]

i can play this on trumpet and good job =D

[ratumoko]

good singer amazing

and beautiful

[JeeRant]

Beautiful!

[omarhani]

I love your stuff!!

[Badasscommy]

Thanks man. ;)