"How Great Thou Art" (Traditional) by Home Free, Reaction/Analysis by Musician/Producer

[@kmwwrench]

A master class in 5-part harmony. Fabulous arrangement by Darren Rust, as usual. Sacred music is not my thing, but the first time I heard this it brought me to tears. Rob Lundquist, the fella who surprised you, has such a smooth, beautiful tenor. He can do so many things - there's rappin' Rob in their Butts Medley, R & B Rob in their cover of End of the Road, and opera Rob in a duet with Austin Brown on Nessum Dorma (that one is on Austin's channel). They are all so talented and versatile. Love these guys.

[@sylviasargent2727]

2 of them sing Nessun Dorma, it's a great watch

[@marciaramirez3791]

I've heard this song hundreds of times over my 77yrs and for me this is the most powerful, emotional rendition I've ever heard. I've listened to this by HF over and over and it still beings me to tears. No other rendition I've heard has left me so emotionally invested. This was filmed while HF was attending an Acapella convention in Europe, they were flying over Austria, inspired by the beauty, they decided to stop and record this song. This area was where "The Sound of Music" was filmed.

[@987654321wormy]

My mother was very sick for a few months before her death and I showed her this video. She's been a believer her whole life and she would constantly watch their version as it gave her joy and peace. I'm forever grateful for that. 🙏

[@987654321wormy]

@@hawaiisidecar sounds like you're talking about yourself. I agree, you are...

[@StrateleStudios]

@@987654321wormyFor someone to write that comment only reflects on who they are. I blocked them from the channel. I’m sorry you had to deal with that. Much love to you.

[@987654321wormy]

@@StrateleStudios I regularly deal with individuals like him so I take it with a grain of salt, so personally it's not a big deal. I appreciate it though.

[@ppresley9208]

This was my introduction to Home Free ... I've been enthralled with them ever since ! Saw them live a few weeks ago and will tell you , they're even better in person !

[@haraldjensen3935]

This was the first song I ever heard by home free, and I can't get enough. I love everything they have ever made. You sir, are in for many treats from these guys.

[@nancyholter5646]

The arrangement is masterful. And the performance of that arrangement is perfect. They have a range of about 6 octaves, but HF has had those close harmonies since forever. So many reactors are surprised by Rob's tenor voice. But he has a powerful voice when he needs it - you should see his and Austin's take on Nessun Dorma.

[@DerekGarner-km4fj]

These guys... :) Their harmonies give me the warm and fuzzies, every time. Another VERY worthwhile rabbit-hole! Did you catch the refrain from "It is Well", at the beginning of the transition to the key-change?...

[@susanengland3919]

Their cover of "O Holy Night" will take your breath away.

[@pepevisedo7304]

As a southern European I am not very used to these traditional religious hymns. But I am accustomed to beauty, and this song is really beautiful. Home Free is a group that I (almost) always find emotional. And you're right, Jeff, the arrangement is an essential element in any recording. Sometimes, even more than the song itself that is performed. Here is a magnificent arrangement of vocals

[@TheDivayenta]

They are just marvelous- not a bad performance! They recently joined with Don MacLean on Vincent and it’s STUNNING. ❤ This vid today was shot in the Austrian Alps.

[@ShyAnn291]

I had this played at my mom’s funeral, this was the first song of theirs I ever played for her, so I wanted it to be the last song I played for her.

[@JoanN63]

The best version I've heard of this song.❤ A song I grew up with because I come from a Christian family where my father and grandmother were pastors. My father, who had a beautiful voice, often sang this at home (in Dutch). Home Free sings this so beautifully in a great scenery that I let my mother (86) hear and show it a year ago. Now she wants to listen to it regularly and has suggested it to her church community to show it there. How Home Free sings it, you don't just hear it, you also feel it. And it's great that Adam Rupp also sings here. Rob Lundquist is the one with beard and glasses

[@jankreps5115]

Their producer Darren Rust did the arrangement while they were on tour in Europe! Tim and Chance sing Bass, Rob(beard) & Austin(high tenor), & Adam Rupp beatboxer who ang It Is Well in the middle. You found an amazingly multitalented group… Can’t wait for your next home free reaction! Listen to End of the Road; Helplessly hoping; House Paety…Have fun!

[@paulgroeniger6287]

Hello, Thank you for sharing your heart regarding worship. This video is beautiful. Brought me to tears. I personally have gotten lost in worship at church. Thanks again for your heart . Paul G in Ohio

[@paularietta6744]

Just a glimpse of what heaven holds for all of us who are willing to see and hear! Great reaction.

[@donnasmith4426]

Home Free collaborate with Kenny Rogers on Children Go Where I Send Thee and it's phenomenal. Also check out Helplessly Hoping and I Can't Outrun You. New subscriber. Great reaction. ❤

[@dagmar.6954]

I think this is one of the best versions of this song. Tim Foust's bass really carries the song. I found Home Free 3 years ago & love these 5 talented guys. Their harmonies are the best in the business. This is one of the few songs where you get to hear Adam Rupp's (beatboxer) sweet tenor voice during "It Is Well". And the scenery is awesome filmed in the beautiful Austrian Alps (my dad came from that area).

[@meemermarie1977]

Your right. For a song many of us have heard over and over since we were young. Such new fresh air breathed to that classic

[@lisac.346]

Im a devoted Home Fry and these guys never disappoint. Check out their version of " Mary Did You Know?"

[@LynnRamsay]

They filmed this when they were at a A Capella festival in Austria. They did this song in Kerney Missouri in a gazebo completely off mic when their concert got rained out and they didn’t want their fans to leave without something. It was amazing Names in order of singers Tim Foust : Bass ( 5 + octave range ) Rob Lundquist: Lead Tenor ( Beard and Glasses) Adam Rupp : Beatboxer ( this was a rare time he sings ) Austin Brown ( High Tenor) ( long wavy hair ) Adam Chance aka Chance Baritone/ Bass ( didn’t sing was standing next to Tim ) Austin has left the group a lot earlier than expected and Adam Bastien Aka Bastien has taken his place. Bastien used to sub for one of the tenors when Home Free first started and also was a member of Chris Rupp's group 7th Ave Bastien did his first concert with Home Free at the Country Rumble Fest in Lima,Ohio June 21 and The Grand Ol Opry June 22 There are 3 Adam’s in the group so they opted to be called by last names less confusion.

[@audreyjohnson4599]

Chance was on the far left, next to Austin, not Tim. Chance has a 4 octave range, not just bass/baritone.

[@LynnRamsay]

@@audreyjohnson4599: ah you are right about standing next to Austin.

[@roberthudson1959]

@@audreyjohnson4599 Correction #2: Chance DOES sing, he just doesn't sing lead.

[@RokNDragon]

@@roberthudson1959 "he just doesn't sing lead" - not on this song, but does on many others. *Edited so some people can understand.

[@RokNDragon]

@@roberthudson1959 WTF are you talking about? You said "he just doesn't sing lead". That's right, he doesn't sing a lead part on this song, but does on many others songs...which what I said. Sorry, I didn't specify the "lead" part for people that have trouble discerning english.....

[@jerrikeefer8219]

Gives me chills every single time!

[@lindareynolds8430]

#HOMEFREE...best version ever!

[@babyfry4775]

The first one to sing, Tim, is the bass of the group. Tim has a 5 octave range so he can sing super low and high as well. Yeah, Rob (glasses) is a tenor and has a beautiful voice and can sing opera. You might enjoy Amazing Grace by them with Peter Hollens (another A cappella singer). Also, O Holy Night, Angels We Have Heard on High (great arrangement), Silent Night. They sing all genres too. Also Do You Hear What I Hear (arranged by their beatboxer) is great. Good one! You might really enjoy Vincent with Don McLean….it’s wonderful!

[@marshac7738]

This hymn definitely makes me emotional--Home Free's version is my very favorite version of all the many, many I have heard 😍 Besides the unbelievable 5-part harmony--and gorgeous backdrop of the Austrian Alps--getting to hear Adam Rupp's sweet tenor actually singing is a real treat ❣️🎼🥰🎶❤️ #HomeFree #AdamRuppSinging

[@laurafarano4557]

Thanks for a great reaction! I love this group. Besides the incredible voices they share with us, they have the ability to bring the listener into the emotions of whatever they are singing, whether it be something spiritual like Go Rest High On That Mountain, something patriotic like My Country Tis of Thee or God Bless the USA with Lee Greenwood, or simply something just fun like their Sea Shanty Medley. Please continue listening to Home Free's music; it can make a difference to your life. It has to mine!

[@michaelriley8101]

Thanks, Jeff! A rendition for the ages! Cheers!

[@cottontopprintshop452]

I understand what you mean playing in worship times.. It's almost like you 'let go' of playing and the instrument nearly plays itself! And then as you move into another song, you're amazed at what your hands are doing! I love that feeling and I'm sure you do as well! Thanks for the wonder reaction and your time to do it!

[@jonweaver4605]

This version always makes me tear up every time no matter how many times I’ve watched it thank you for the reaction

[@philipheath8265]

You would just expect Julie Andrews to turn up singing ' Tthe Hills are alive '.

[@ShyAnn291]

In the behind the scenes Austin does that lol

[@barbarakennedy2667]

This was the area of the Austrian Alps where the Sound of Music was filmed. That little church you can see was in the film.

[@jackmandu]

Excellent reaction and analysis! This song, like many of Home Free’s songs, was arranged by their producer, Darren Rust. Darren does some really good arrangements. He’s been part of his own acapella group, The Blenders, for the last 30+ years so he definitely knows what he’s doing.

[@connieharmon2408]

Love #HomeFree

[@dianadickerson749]

The only version/arrangement of this song I love! Welcome to the rabbit hole that is HomeFree. Rob and Austin do Nessum Dorma, you should give it a listen.

[@nightthornkvala94132]

Someone already mentioned this one so you might want to experience Home Free Kearney, MO How Great Thou Art 6.17.2017 Complete Recording. This one you just watch was filmed in the Alps. They have a series of videos called From the Vault showing across between "making of" and "behind the scenes" for several of their videos. This one is covered in episode 8 and show the shear beauty of the location.

[@annasylvester4516]

Gorgeous arrangement!

[@darlaharrelson6487]

Very good reaction. I definitely 💯 agree with you. Just letting you how I feel about #Homefree

[@MonicaGoodwin-qz5gd]

❤🤠#HomeFree. Beautiful arrangement. Great reaction. 🏠🍟

[@ColleenCarr-l9w]

Love your reactions to Home Free, saw them in England last year and so many that you need to listen to. Your smile lights up the screen and so good to see someone enjoy the hard work that they put into their songs.

[@paulacrump4679]

Welcome to the wonderful world of Home Free!! You are in for a treat!!! Great reaction!

[@wirelessmikedj7784]

There is a video where they sang this truly acapella with no mics or anything because of bad storm, the concert was cancelled. They didn't want their fans to go without anything, so they huddled under an overhang and sang this. Give it a listen.... kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2OrioSXpM1rZqM

[@larryclair2195]

Ok! You made me cry again. Overwhelming! So Beautiful!

[@anitawright7169]

This is so very awesome. In my opinion this is the best version of this song I have ever heard. The beat boxer is singing in this one. He has a beautiful tenor voice. Love your reaction!

[@hdrider2113]

Great reactions, hope to hear you do more Home Free you will love them. Check out angels we have heard on high it’s insane.

[@pastelcarnations]

From left to right. Adam Chance (Chance),baratone, bass, Austin Brown high tenor, Tim Foust bass, Rob Lundquist tenor, Adam Rupp beatboxer

[@bettyjblake]

I listen to this daily. Home Free's arrangements are amazing. They are independently talented and together they are perfect in every way. I cry everytime I perform worship music. It is my personal connection with God as well. ❤

[@charlenemetcalf4246]

I've already let my son know that this is what I want played after I pass, or if possible shortly before I pass. I love this rendition of this hymn.

[@peggygross7409]

This is my all time favorite song of theirs. It was filmed in the Austrian Alps. Great reaction.

[@rachelhurst3224]

This is in the Alps. The Alps is also where the author of the poem, later set to music, was inspired to write the poem that is now the hymn.

[@rllangevin3841]

Great reaction to a fantastic vocal band; #HomeFree never disappoints, and hearing them sing this classic and beloved hymn is wonderful. I've yet to hear it sung better. Please continue to explore Home Free's music - there is much to discover from heartwarming, to silly, tears of laughter to heart-wrenching and everything in between.

[@richardtodd7295]

I'm at a period in my life where things occaisionally get jumbled in my mind. I thought I had requested this but I wasn't sure and it showed up. Thank you Allen for beating me to it. It has joined others on MY list of favorites. Sorry Jeff, you will be seeing Home Free again in another dynamite video! I am a sucker for acappela close harmony and HF do it so well.

[@StrateleStudios]

Hi Richard, you asked for “God Bless the USA” from Home Free on 5/11/24 not this one. 😊

[@richardtodd7295]

I found the time to look at the Patreon upcoming list and saw it there. That is when I requested another outstanding HF video. I keep telling my friends, don't get old, it's not for sissies! Work, health issues, the farm, all of this is good but things slip by.

[@SarahAden-zb3np]

I am glad that Tim started this song. Then Rob and Adam's voice with All is well. Austin's high tenor and I can hear Chance and I can hear Tim's low bass at the end. I love your reactions on Home Free. Home Free is my favorite group. 😂❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@KarenWarren-bu2bv]

My favorite version of all time. Another cover you will love is Mary Did You Know.

[@davidlevine1697]

I hope I can articulate what i wish to convey. i spent a few years doing kundalini yoga on a daily basis with a kundalini yoga master. i was beginning my meditation practice and he told me to think of the animated yoga postures and breathing exercises as a warm up to my sitting practice, and chanting, whether alone or with a group. the premise was to create the breath and posture needed to allow me to completely relax, sit still for an extended period of time, and intone the words so they would resonate in my chakras. similar to what singing hymns in church does. the goal was to benefit as much as possible from the healing experience. when sitting like this and chanting in a group, or singing with a congregation, the resonance is greater, and even more beneficial. he pointed out that this kind of practice is universal. that it takes many forms and has been a part of all civilizations whether its Tibetan yogis or Gregorian monks chanting, your local church choir, or a group like Home Free singing in the mountains. It achieves the same goals, and it is something that ties us all together regardless of what else we may believe or have faith in. this rendition resonates from the first breath, and just carries us away. ☮❤🙏

[@mandysmith1756]

Please do some more Home Free

[@hollyevoy2118]

Thanks for your wonderful reaction. My sister sent this to me during the peak of COVID lockdowns where I was feeling very alone & missing family. I really love when Adam Rupp came in with “It Is Well”.

[@EyeofStormTarot]

Thank you for doing Home Free!

[@darylritchie1619]

Tim Foust did the arrangement. (He is the basso profundo) filmed in Austrian Alps

[@Jeezfreek]

Jeff, I really enjoy your reactions!! I have been a worship leader for 35 plus years, and I totally understand the connection between us and God in those special times of worshipping Him! Also, so glad that you have jumped on the Home Free bandwagon!

[@StrateleStudios]

🫶

[@meemermarie1977]

Have you checked out their cover of “vincent” with don mclean? I know u saw their cover of american pie, but wasnt sure

[@MikeRittWesternAuthor]

I'm a new subscriber who hopes you will do more Home Free. It really doesn't matter where you go in their catalog because it's all amazing, but you might want to check out Man of Constant Sorrow next.

[@bryanpscolka7280]

Keep following these guy's. They are the Best acapella group out there. They can sing anything. Just keep following and check these guys out. I love Pentatonix and voice play but these guys are the best ever. They do so many freaking songs like country. Check out the butts medley it'll make you laugh.

[@cindyknudson2715]

Makes me tear up ... every time. Perfection. Greater than the sum of its parts.

[@rogerdsmith]

They are in the Austrian Alps.

[@debbiehall9091]

This is such a beautiful version of this song. These guys are so talented.❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mgalego4729]

Wonderful! It reminds me of my childhood in the Presbyterian church, listening to male quartets sing this hymn a cappella too.

[@jadawa85]

I grew up in the church and was in the church choir for several years before I realized I didn’t feel that connection you spoke of. I am no longer religious but I still think some of the most passionate and emotional music ever created was influenced by spiritual beliefs.

[@PaulaThompson-x9w]

Beautiful. I really love when we get to hear Adam's ( the beatboxer) sweet voice. I believe Darren Rust ( their producer) did the arrangement on this one, if i remember correctly. Perhaps someone could verify this for me. Thanks for the Home Free reactions

[@nancyholter5646]

yes, this is one of Darren's.

[@cavamom]

Excellent reaction! IMHO, their best cover arrangement they’ve done is “Take Me Home Country Roads”. It’s so completely different but works sooo well. It’s a Home Fry favorite and not to be missed.

[@mik9124]

this is like Angels take you where you belong

[@lucyFV]

I just discovered your channel! I’m a Home Fry and I subscribed right away. Every time I see and hear this video, I feel my spirit is uplifted. I think they filmed this in the Swiss Alps. ❤🎶👍

[@teresacartwright5406]

This was filmed in the Austrian Alps. Their singing & harmonies are brilliant. No beatboxing in this one but we do get to her Adam sing a few lines. The man with the glasses is Rob Lundquist - both he & Austin Brown (long curly hair) are classically trained - Rob primarily in opera. Watch "Two Country Singers Try Singing Opera" (on Austin's channel) - I guarantee surprises!

[@jeffreyjacobs390]

I NEVER HEARD YOU DO A HOME FREE SONG - have asked for one myself - thanks to You for this - INCREDIBLE. GBjj

[@DanielHeath-b2p]

So beautiful! ❤

[@JackieQueen-y8g]

Such a great song. Thank you for making them the premium of the video. So many reaction/ analysis people put the artists on the small screen premering them selves.

[@laserwizard2]

The closest thing to human pipe organs in tone and yet singing words.

[@glennspreeman1634]

Paint such beautiful soundscapes

[@BibleResearchTools]

Beautiful! Thank you! Dan

[@rgoers]

Oh my. I didn't know you were into Christian music too. Lots of Michael W Smith, Chris Tomlin, Kari Jobe, on my list but my favorites are Phillips, Craig & Dean, and 4Him for their fantastic harmonies and Keith Green. I happened to see Keith Green in a tiny church in Thousand Oaks around 1975. Oh man could he sing and play the piano! That was a night I will never forget. As for Home Free I will have to try to get in a request for them doing "Angels We Have Heard on High" around Christmas. Yes, they have tons of good stuff.

[@SuperDave71176k]

Another great version of this song worth checking out is Vince Gill and Carrie Underwood performing it.There's a you tube video covering it Elvira and man of constant sorrow are great Home Free videos too

[@brianwest4335]

Don McLean dose a master piece American pie confab with Home Free

[@StrateleStudios]

I did that one too. 👍

[@leslieoneal4464]

​@@StrateleStudiosHave you heard their most recent collaboration with Don McLean singing his song *VINCENT* ?? It's stunning!

[@JustGettinBy1321]

Home Free is one of the most vocally talented groups I've ever heard. And I listen to a lot of a capella groups. This soecifc version of this song is so beautiful that listening to it actually makes me feel closer to God. Another song that does that is The Vocal Majority's version of Betelehemu. I'd love to get your reaction to it.

[@TimKlepac-xm7vk]

Dude, I can't believe this is only the second song of theirs that you have done. This was an outstanding rendition by them in every way. I think what you are referring to is the peace that comes from worship, nothing in the secular realm can compare to communing with the Holy Spirit, and it a shame that so many churches have moved away from the old hymns and the deep lyrics they convey. Their cover of Crosby, Stills, Nash's "Helplessly Hoping", is vocal perfection. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYLXap2BeaikftE

[@minneyruth]

Very nice analysis ❤❤ #HomeFree

[@terimingle8957]

They make everything sound so much better!! ❤ hit subscribe for more Home Free!

[@gregharmon3797]

Church in the mountains

[@sag2horses]

#HOMEFREE

[@denise_landry]

♥🍟

[@skeeter483129]

Location is the Swiss Alps in Austria.

[@danadiczban3905]

The guy with the beard(Rob Lundquist) has classical training.

[@gwhiteia]

Arrangement by Darren Rust of The Blenders...you should react to some of their stuff... check out One Last Song and any of their Xmas / other stuff...so good!!

[@hessian1]

Sir please please PLEASE !!!!! listen to HOME FREE VERSION OF “ DO YOU HEAR WHST I HEAR “ !!!! You will not be disappointed TRUST ME !!!!

[@allanfreeman6131]

You should check out the live version of this song by Elvis.

[@neldagilliam7350]

Next try Two Country Singers Try to Sing Opera

[@richr2716]

Nice rendition but you have to do an Elvis live version of this song