Deep River (Negro Spiritual) / H. T. Burleigh

Harry Thacker Burleigh, composer
Randye Jones, soprano
Timothy Newton, piano
Encore! - Vocal Recital
Grinnell College

[@CelinaCorinne]

Stunning! I am preparing to sing this piece in church and have listened to a dozen or so performances. This was by far the most genuine and soulful!

[@janetjacksontylerlummer6828]

You were born to sing this song. The first note I was captured. I have heard this song all my life, but never felt like I felt now hearing you sing it. Thank you for the blessing.

[@chichienu]

Same for me. From that first note, I felt it in my body. Well said

[@vulcanlyre]

@operaorsa Thanks so kindly! The song touches my soul each time I'm privileged to sing it. May you and your audience enjoy it as well!

[@alatus5779]

This song allows deep thought. Beautiful voice.

[@chichienu]

Absolutely beautiful and moving. You really felt that song. The best interpretation of Deep River I have heard so far. Thank you for sharing your gift.

[@nancyfoix2197]

Deep river, my home is over Jordan Deep river, Lord, I want to cross over into campground Lord, I want to cross over into campground Lord, I want to cross over into campground Lord, I want to cross over into campground Oh, chillun Oh, don’t you want to go, to that gospel feast That promised land, that land where all is peace? Walk into heaven, and take a seat And cast my crown at Jesus feet Lord, I want to cross over into campground Lord, I want to cross over into campground Lord, I want to cross over into campground Lord, I want to cross over into campground

[@1112Grll]

Randye, now almost ten years later, this is still one of my favorite recital experiences. Thoughtful and dedicated artistry requires great commitment. Thanks for preserving this occasion. Tim Newton

[@vulcanlyre]

I tried to reply to this comment once but don't think it went through. Anyway,Burleigh's Deep River is available for low voice and is easily available online or at music stores that carry standard vocal collections. It is a very beautiful song, and I'm sure your mother will enjoy hearing you sing it. Randye

[@xrxs1020]

This is one of my favorite songs in all creation, and you sing it beautifully, with the feeling and longing it demands. I first heard it by Marion Anderson. Please never stop!

[@puddingpan1]

Randye My most favorite performance of this song is by Jessye Norman, now I have two! I am moved to tears, just as when I listen to Jessye Norman! Your voice is angelic! I don't know why I'm just hearing it. This has been a moving , capitivating experience! May God Bless You in you endeavors!

[@julavaughs1137]

Greetings from Barbados, I concur. Jessye Norman. Marion Andersen and now that I have heard your interpretation. You belong to this list. You sang it was depth and pathos.

Bravaaa!!!

[@wich0406]

I also want to cross over into the campground.

[@AnthonyOTooleMusic]

wow! so much dynamic control and a fluid tone throughout every register...and those high F's just float so effortlessly . BRAVA!

[@dejahatchett2451]

This made me cry, so beautiful

[@marilynnjefferson8525]

Hauntingly beautiful. Wonderful voice. Thank you for posting this.

[@sistajoy]

Oh, how beautiful! Thank you so much for this beautiful rendition. God has truly blessed you with a great voice. . .

[@operaorsa]

This is a stunning performance. I'm just putting together an "American" themed recital for a group I perform with and of course this is on the programme...absolutely moving!

[@brigitta1995]

Excuse me for the late answering, but just now could to take your notice. My friend will publish his work at 2014 january.Please send message to me that I may not forget to sending you. God bless your amazing work! (Karpule from Hungary)

[@maestralala7993]

Superb performance. Congratulations on a stunning interpretation.

[@brigitta1995]

THIS IS A WONDERFUL INTERPRETATION!! Thank You for your performance! You sing from your entire heart. This the reason why very good it is. Everyone must perform it just such this way My friend wrote about Harry T. Burleigh a narrative and he will public in the near future. I will recommend your performance for him.

[@pamelachapek7306]

Wow!

[@gallantentry]

@vulcanlyre Wow! very well done. What a beautiful voice. Your voice is well suited for this piece! Thanks for sharing...

[@marslife01]

Christopher Parkening (Classical guitarist) does a moving version of this on his "Simple Gifts" album

[@BSandes]

Wonderful! I'm lucky for have listened to you. Greetings from a tenor from Brazil, Bruno Sandes. God bless you.

[@vulcanlyre]

Thanks very much. This is one of my favorites. When your friend publishes the work on Burleigh, please let me know.

[@NinevehExperience]

Incredible ! I am extremely proud of the the beautiful spirit of my people, and I thank GOD that we still have beauty and legacy of the spirituals today.

[@TheFolksinger]

Very beautiful. Voice and piano and presentation, all. Five stars plus.

[@anoldnightengale]

Oh my goodness that is gorgeous, I didn't know there was a voice like that in all of Iowa!

[@charleshindmarsh]

FANTASTIC !! A beautiful song sung and played with passion. well done

[@Juancantor76]

Stunningly gorgeous voice. When I hear you, I hear the great Marianne Anderson! Your vibrato and timbre is very is very similar to hers. Brava!

[@randyejones706]

How kind of you!! I'm not in Marian Anderson's league, but the thought is most appreciated.

[@Loomr]

I really like the light touch on the piano as well.

[@eduardopeimbert3100]

This is absolutely beautiful! Those who disliked the video are obviously deaf!

[@randyejones706]

Thank you most kindly

[@sieragrace]

I love you big sister! Bennett Belles do it well!

[@katespyker2323]

Thank you thank you from south Australia xx

[@MsViva710]

very well done!! praise the Lord.

[@3232siobhan]

Absolutely beautiful. Thank you. x

[@supersexymansbitch]

I couldn't agree more!!

[@realias]

beautiful! feeling! finally!

[@georgestrum3478]

The best rendition is this one.

[@suejames4030]

Randye, so ooh smoth...

[@UNEEKMONIQ]

beautiful

[@vulcanlyre]

Thank you so kindly!!

[@ruthfreedman]

Just beautiful. May i put a link in my Burleigh collection for Harp?

[@randyejones706]

@@ruthfreedman Yes.