Thanks for posting this outstanding performance, especially notable for the clarity of the text! I first heard the expression "the fire next time" from my poetry professor (Ted Wood) at M.I.T. in 1962. When I asked the source, he cited a folk song quoting what God told Noah. It was parenthetical to the topic we were discussing, so I simply took it as Biblical, but have neither forgotten, nor checked the exact source since then. Until now, chastened by California burning. The first references I found were to some versions of "Mary Don't You Weep," but I soon got to "I Got a Home in That Rock," with variant titles "God Gave Noah the Rainbow Sign" and "I Got a Home in-a Dat Rock". Most web music postings cite the source as a traditional Negro spiritual, Early on, until I found this one just now, the only mention of Harry Burleigh was from Peninsula (San Francisco) Baptist Church (PBC). That was very good for original source, but as much sermon as musical performance. I moved on, as I am looking for versions to purchase for musical listening. I have an early (1929) version by the Carter Family on order, but I notice that composition is credited to A. P. Carter. More to follow, if necessary. One detail that I really appreciate in the present performance is the clarity of "no more water, but fire next time." I believe most, if not all, of the versions I have heard have "the fire." The extra word seems to make it a scramble to get everything to fit. One comment on another version even mentioned that the scramble created a nice rhythmic effect. I agreed to some extent at the time, but I find your clarity unsurpassed. This is a work in process for me, now that I have found my way to Harry Burleigh, so I thank you for your contribution. I will check out more of your posts, but when I saw no comments here, after several years, I wanted to redress that without delay. Vita brevis, ars longa. Better late than never. Aloha.

Chills!!

So beautiful!!

The music is sensual not melidic. Unfortunately not Harry quality. No offense to the players. They asked to play it. Sounds like screeching noisy movie background music. Jim Crow in Arkansas?? Not so fast on that narrative.

Roy! Jennings!

Wonderful 😊

Beautiful 😊

wow. can't believe at 67 yrs old I was privledged to hear this historical masterpiece. The reader and pianist excellence 100%. Classic Harry Burleigh. Should be taught in all schools.

Excellent option up at the end! Amazing performance by both musicians.

From Antigua 🇦🇬

Ms. Hall-Thompkins, I listen to your music often and love it. Bravo! Your talent is amazing!

Wonderful to see and to hear. Bravo to all concerned.

Stunning!

SING STEVEN!!! I look forward to singing with you again soon!!

Outstanding! Thanks for sharing!

Marti Slaten is a racist thief and Lynne should never ever have done anything to help her. Look at how you get repaid now!

Lovely rendition of this song! Where can I get the sheet music for this piece? I would love to have it. Please contact me.

Breathtaking!

Fantastic rendition!

Excellent work! Thank you so much for posting this delightful set of pieces.

What a great voice!

Perfect

Chills

Love this - the arrangement, yey Tom Cunningham, and Lucia. Very special.

Deep river My home is over jordan Deep river, lord I want to cross over into campground Deep river My home is over jordan Deep river, lord I want to cross over into campground Oh, don't you want to go To that gospel feast That promised land, Where all is peace Deep river, lord I want to cross over into campground

We’ve always performed this selection for Palm Sunday. It’s in the public arena -no permission required.

EXCELLENT. SUCH FULL VOLUME OF PRECISE FULL NOTE TONES. BEST PERFORMANCE OF THE PALMS

Magnificent! We would like to use this as part of our Palm Sunday service this year. To whom should we direct our request for permission?

You're so gracious 👍 Would you like to come and listen to quiet hymns and Korean Bible readings? 🌸🌸

5:02

It was several times, until I saw the name of this pianist.Superb. As if Harry himself was sharing

Well done! You fill that room with presence - kudos to the balance between you and your pianist.

Wonderful performance! Beautifully sung and well played. A very good arrangement too. A pity this work, and its composer, is not so well known.

Dvořák teacher.... Bohemia...

Dvořák teacher... Bohemia..

outstanding !

Stunning!!

27:27 hidin place

No 3 15:50

Magnificent voice!!!! The end is thrilling!! I love this! SING STEVEN!!!!

#wccproud

Bravo!!!

Beautiful

Wow! What a dramatic rendition. It brought me to tears! And that voice...like the richest dessert you could imagine. Thank you.

Love the voice.

Well done, both of you.

Absolutely beautiful 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

very nice. thank you

beautiful