John McDermott (Canadian) - Voyage

Your ratings and comments are welcome! John McDermott singing "Voyage" from the live Dublin concert, part of the Irish Tenors "Essential Collection" DVD (2000). The live audio track is also available on a CD titled "the Irish Tenors" (1999). John also released a studio recording of this song on his CD titled "Love Is a Voyage" (1995 & 2000). This song is a favorite of married couples at anniversary parties and dances.

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"JOHN CHARLES McDERMOTT is a Canadian tenor best known for his rendition of "Danny Boy." Born the ninth of twelve children to Irish parents in Glasgow Scotland in 1955, John and his family moved to Canada in 1965. Growing up in a musical family, his only formal musical training was at St. Michael's Choir School in Toronto, Ontario in 1971 and 1972."

Category:

Music

Tags:

• Irish
• Scottish
• Canadian
• Tenor
• Folk
• macrosent

[GlamRockCowboy]

One comment about this lovely performance: When the "Irish Tenors" special was first broadcast, there was an absolutely gorgeous flute interlude between the two verses. The interlude was later cut from both the broadcast and the DVD. It can still be heard, however, in the live audio recording on CD. I should also mention that--to my bitter disappointment!--the song has never been published in any form (this from John's own manager). How I wish they would change that!

[macrosent]

@GlamRockCowboy -Hi there! I think you received some incorrect info, because I have ALL of JM's CDs. The live audio track is available on a CD titled "the Irish Tenors" (1999). John also released a studio recording of this song on his CD titled "Love Is a Voyage" (1995 & 2000). You should still be able to find them on Amazon and a few independent sellers. If not, get back in touch and I will help you.

[gaffpaul]

can someone tell me who wrote this song.

[macrosent]

The song was originally written by Johnny Duhan, this arrangement is by Bill Bridges and John McDermott.

[Khighlander2]

I lost my Dad to Cancer a few months ago. This song was his & my mom's song. We played the Voyage at his funeral, and I don't think there was a dry eye in the church. Now when I'm missing him, I just play this video, and I feel a little closer to him. Thanks!

Christine

[macrosent]

Hi Christine. You have our sincere sympathy over your loss. My wife and I both lost our fathers when we were young. McDermott has at least two other ballads that touch the hearts of those who have lost dear friends and family members - "One Small Star" and "The Old Man". If you haven't heard these before, I have them posted. Thanks for your comments. May the worst day of your future be better than the best day of your past.

[geneobug]

I love this song,It's sad that more marriages aren't like this.This is so beautiful.

[GlamRockCowboy]

@bnesh26 I believe it was for time reasons, to make the final version of the original program more suitable from the standpoint of US broadcast industry standards. This is by no means the first time I have seen this sort of thing, I might add!

[bnesh26]

@GlamRockCowboy ..yes the flute solo was so nice. why was it deleted?

[cdnjoe4u]

I've only recently come to appreciate this great Canadian singer....Always a message. Thanks John

[byline7844]

Absolutely lovely; the singer and the song. Thank you so much. God love John McDermott.

[mrswaltzingmatilda]

delighted to find John it's a long time since he appeared as the three tenors, I wondered what happened to him.So glad I can now tune in thanks for posting

[irishaguirre1]

My favorite! I have requested it for my funeral, when that time comes. It applies so well to my hubby & me.

[MrCSCash]

Beautiful song , wonderful words sung by a gentleman that has truly been blessed with a special gift.

[MrPTBowen]

John is probably one of the only true Irish tenors...the other operatic tenors are grat too, but this man is a true Irish tenor who has captured the hearts of so many people...Thank you John...It's good to see you again even though on the internet....