Vince Gill(Rare Footage) Go Rest High On That Mountain

Vince was playing golf when he got the call to head over to the Ryman for a healing service on April 16,2007.

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[SharonCobb]

To Marie and others who have commented.

I was afraid to post this at first because it was so shaky, but your comments not only make me happy I posted it, but I give you my word that after the first of the year, I'll print out the comments and give them to Vince. I have no doubt he will be very moved and humbled by your comments.

[survivrs]

How I wish you would have been allowed to have information about this video to share b4 reading your reply above. I wish they would have allowed you a tripod for steadier focus because (I AM NOT COMPLAINING,just want to make that clear)cuz this is a beautiful song and from what I've read here, for a TREMENDOUS cause. Even if the general public didn't have access, it would have been nice if the VT families could have had a DVD or something to hopefully give them some of the closure they deserve.

[SharonCobb]

Hi,

I wish I had had a tripod,too. Remember, when I went there, I thought I was doing an interview...a short one, so I didn't bring one.

Believe me, as a filmmaker, it breaks my heart that it's so shaky. But the VT incident breaks my heart more, I thought it was important to capture this event for history and for VT and especially for the families who lost loved ones.

I did the best I Could with the best of intentions--donating it to VT.

[sapilgrim2299]

I personally think you did a great job especially considering it was a last minute thing. Thanks so much for posting.

[SharonCobb]

Hi sapilgrim2299--Thank you! I did the best I could and the folks at Virginia Tech loved it, so that's all that really matters...that I was in the right place at the right time and didn't/wouldn't profit from it and gave the video to VT to use as they want, a of course, share it with all of you! :)

Vinnie (Vince) is amazing when he opens his mouth to sing, and this song is magical.

[SharonCobb]

My pleasure...to be able to share this with all of you.

I had gotten permission to film at the Ryman earlier that day, for what was supposed to be a political event for Edwards. When that was canceled, they called for a quiet healing service, and I guess the rest of the media didn't want to cover that, so as far as I know, I'm the only one with footage of the event. (Which I donated the entire show to Virginia Tech for them to use as they want)

[danhtown1]

one of the greatest songs ever written sung by one of the greatest vocalists ever

[wilmaohman]

this and mama and jesus always loved me were 2 of the songs did at my 40 yr old daughter funeral, january 2006. not a dry eye in the house. she is dearly missed by all her family and friends she never knew how much she was loved.she knows now. RIP: KAREN RENEE

[knibbles1882]

Every time I hear Vince sing, I am convinced that that is what the Angels in heaven sound like when they sing.

[lockhavenpa]

I was in Nashville that dreadful day. We saw alot of activity in the morning at the Ryman Auditorium. When we asked a security guard what was happening, he said that then Presidential candidate John Edwards was going to have a political rally later in the afternoon. As the shooting events unfolded in Vicksburg, upon our return to the Ryman, we were told this would be a memorial service. You will note that I am the last person to go on stage.

[aussiedog29]

Absolutely outstanding!!!! Good gracious Vince Gill gets me every time. What a stand up man he is. Respect...

[rebelatplay]

By far the best country voice in the world....Keep up the Gr8 work Vince...God Bless...Greg

[djoe1961]

Damn, He gets me every time. I love this guy.... I truly do..and I'm 6'4 260 lbs of rednecked hillbilly, but I have to say Vinny is so blessed with pipes sent straight from God allmighty down to all of us..I used to cover this song, and although I'm not vince, I remember seeing a couple of ladies in the crowd whowere crying as I poured it out..since that time I can't sing this song or hear it sung without sobbing like a baby.unbelievable..just unreal..thanks Vince Gill.You sir are the real deal

[ZachAnnerFan]

@danhtown1 this was sung at my sister's funeral sister in law actually but sister better describes who i believe her to be. Taken far to young by a massive heart attack. this song brings me to tears but truer words have never been spoken.

[Mr334lane1966]

I have a preacher friend who was working at the school that day of shooting. He has a awesome story to tell hoe he escaped bu the mercy of God.

[jenniferc5740]

thanks so much for posting this,this was my mothers favorite song,i lost my mom to cancer in 2009 and i deeply miss her this song was played at her funeral,so thanks so much.

[msheehan61]

@bbecke093 -- This was at a Healing service for the Virginia Tech massacre was a school shooting that took place on Monday, April 16, 2007 on the campus of Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia.