Down by the Salley Gardens - Peter Hollens

[@PeterHollens]

I'm so happy you all are enjoying this one so far! I have a bunch of other folk songs that will be coming out this year, along with the full album next month!! :) Any guesses what other songs are on the album!?

[@KevinEkelmans]

A really wonderful song with an incredible Singer !!

[@JerkerMontelius]

This Land Is Your Land, This land is my land?

[@oliviabarrett3984]

The Galway Girl? :D

[@MrAmazingFelipe]

Loch Lomond

[@chrisjones6369]

Philip Hess I sincerely hope so!

[@PeterHollens]

My newest video is out! My first song I ever learned in voice lessons! what do you think? Down by the Salley Gardens - Peter Hollens

[@GabriellaGazdecki]

Mind-blowingly beautiful, Peter. Absolutely gorgeous. I can't even compliment it enough. It's Peter - what can I say? :-)

[@SheilaBDuBois]

Beautiful ***** Hope you don't sick for being out in the snow :)

[@oliviabarrett3984]

I didn't know that it snows in Oregon!!!

[@RobinPierceWildMoonSister]

I think its gorgeous. I can tell you put your heart into this, had to be so many tracks; the harmonies give me such pleasure. Your voice sounds like chocolate tastes! That's it exactly!! I react to your voice the way I react when I eat chocolate. (...no wonder I can't get enough...)

[@raysun2be]

It really fits your voice well! Love it, can't wait for the rest of the album!

[@AuthorBeckyJAyers]

I love Peter Hollens because no matter what he sings, I can understand every lyric. His voice is so crisp and beautiful. This one is a wonderful example. :)

[@lara6683]

your voice is hand sculpted by an angel!

[@deek7997]

I am giddy with glee and anticipation over your Folk album. I'm a Celtic music lover, which lends itself to liking a lot of folk type songs. Peter, your voice is so - perfect - on this song. I've listened to it at least 5 times this morning.

[@PeterHollens]

Wow thank you Dannah, I've been very worried as of late that people won't like the folk song album, and it's gotten me down a lot. Mostly just because the songs aren't popular, and I'm doing music that most people haven't heard of but this is so nice to hear. Thank you for those kind words!

[@채진태-l2n]

+Peter Hollens 엄청 잘생기셨네요

[@LAKnightAuthor]

Celtic folk music is amaze-bunnies. Don't worry! You're awesome and we all love you. :)

[@TheMakeupMagazine]

Being that I am Irish I have a great appreciation for these folk songs that have been sung for generations and are still sung today and your versions of these songs are amazing.

[@EvynneHollens]

LOOOOVE THIS BABE!!!!!

[@ColetteP2015]

It's hard to believe that he's "sad" in this video because you can always see a little smile x)

[@suez8070]

Beautiful right from the first instant! So perfect.

[@zSydir]

The best of your folk songs. Probably one of your best, period! I can't get enough of it.

[@DisneyFanatic2014]

Honestly who would dislike this?? It's soo breath-takingly beautiful and perfect

[@lilmama7264]

Your voice is always so full of emotion it brings tears to my eyes. Music is the only thing I have right now. I'm disabled and trying to care for 3 other disabled adults. Joy and hope is very few and far between. Our house is falling down around our ears, our vehicles are both broke down, and our income only comes in from my dads disability. It barely covers the bills. But your music along with home frees music keeps me going. Shows me that there's still good out there. May you and yours forever be blessed.

[@StickFiguresCO]

I'm so lucky that my voice teacher pulled out this song out of the blue and said "your voice is perfect for this song". I love your version of this, and I hope my own efforts sound at least a fraction as well as this does.

[@thewolfhound4582]

I remember singing this in a choir. It was a great song and still is. Very well performed. Love the song. Hope to see more great songs in the future.

[@thewishfulartist]

Mother nature was so on your side in making this video. The snow was just magical. Matched the song perfectly!

[@PeterHollens]

Thank you! I agree! ;-)

[@richardlawrence509]

Just Beautiful Peter. You and Evelyn bring much joy to our lives. Thank you.

[@FloydRinehart]

Peter, I fortunately came across your music a few days ago here on KZbin. I've been deployed here in Afghanistan for about a year now, and I definitely miss choral music. Your a cappella versions (and your wife's) are absolutely fantastic. Thank you so much for sharing your gifts and talents. I look forward to hearing your future renditions. -1LT Rinehart

[@LauraSouthwayAZ_PRC]

I can't believe I am going to say this but seeing the snow makes me miss WA/OR. No place on earth has such beautiful waterfalls as OR nor the Pine trees of WA. Peter you are a very talented and gifted man. Much love to you 3.

[@phoebediamandis7384]

Will you do more Celtic-style songs? I think that you do the best job on those. :)

[@RobinPierceWildMoonSister]

Tormentingly beautiful harmonies in this by the gorgeous voice of Peter Hollens, singing a song whose lyrics are an actual poem written by famous Irish poet Yeats. Thus, this is not a single work of art, but rather it is several works of art combined to create, ever-so-carefully, a masterpiece.

[@DoctorSargeMD]

I'd love to hear you sing "In Christ Alone"

[@DJinator117]

Yes! I agree! Great suggestion!

[@BeeRockPville]

Please Peter. You have the perfect voice for this song.

[@vickyahunter]

Yes agreed. I love your voice! Great song

[@jordyjordyjordyjordyjordy]

hahaha YESSS!!! That would be a perfect match.

[@crankyvole]

My father Philip sang this song in a London singing competition when I was a little girl, and around the house for years after, many happy memories. I love your version so I'm playing it at his funeral, thank you, it's beautiful x

[@lynlyn6615]

Down by the Salley Gardens my love and I did meet; She passed the Salley Gardens with little snow-white feet. She bid me take love easy, as the leaves grow on the tree; But I, being young and foolish, with her did not agree. In a field by the river my love and I did stand, And on my leaning shoulder she laid her snow-white hand. She bid me take life easy, as the grass grows on the weirs; But I was young and foolish, and now I am full of tears. Down by the Salley Gardens my love and I did meet; She passed the Salley Gardens with little snow-white feet. She bid me take love easy, as the leaves grow on the tree; But I, being young and foolish, with her would not agree.

[@felicitythomas9932]

one of the sweetest folk songs ever. Just beautiful. Love the scenery too!

[@lionofjudah6753]

You should cover "Loch Lomond." Your harmonies and strong voice would make a great fit!

[@annieyu296]

We sang this in chorus and made our teacher cry. You're so great Peter.

[@AntoinettetheMoosewitch]

Song Suggestions: 1) Danny Boy 2) Loch Lomand 3) Northwest Passage by Stan Rogers 4) Barrett's Privateers by Stan Rogers 5) Song for the Mira- Originally by John McDermott, covered by Celtic Thunder 6) The Galway Girl 7) She's Like The Swallow 8) Ae Fond Kiss 9) Away to New Scotland 10) Skye Boat Song

[@dranoel561]

heavenly .....outstanding........your children are going to be beautiful singers......more like artists

[@rebeccarobeson1]

Thats absolutely beautiful Peter! I love your voice. Did you film this in a different location other than Portland? Looks pretty snowy for where you live :-) Blessings always RR

[@jakenottage]

Thank you Peter ..You, your wife and your friends have truly enriched the lives of our family. ..Our 2 1/2 year old still is singing the notes for the Game of Thrones melody you did with Lindsey.

[@shishiokyo5219]

Toujours aussi agréable à écouter, même si en tant que Français je ne comprend rien aux paroles ^^

[@neozetare]

C'est pas non plus de l'anglais très dur ici, mais c'est vrai que ça doit être sacrément pratique d'être anglophone !

[@shishiokyo5219]

Ah si tu le dis ^^ Le truc c'est que même si c'était de l'anglais niveau 6è, je ne comprendrais pas, je suis SUPER NUL en anglais x)

[@Eythanim]

www.animekaillou.com/fractale/downbythesalleygardens.htm ;) Une traduction, puisse-t'elle t'être utile !

[@RedKanyon]

on est as obligé de comprendre les paroles pour apprévier une bonne chanson , il y l'air , les instruments ( du moins ici , divers versions symphoniques de sa voix) la rythmique etc etc , et c'est un grand Artiste que j'apprévie énormément , même si désormais je comprend plutôt bien les paroles :) Peter you're the best , go go go goooooo ! !!

[@shishiokyo5219]

RedKanyon Pour ça que je me fiche de comprendre les paroles, toutes les musique sont belle avec Peter :) Mais merci quand même David Fracheboud pour la traduction :)

[@williammullikin2076]

Wow Peter, so very beautiful, thank you, thank you. Your soul must be full of bright, beautiful light-are you an earth bound angel?

[@lucilleprn4793]

Magnifique endroit + Magnifique voix = Sublime chanson ! :) It's Amazing ! :)

[@clara_8]

Trop bien !

[@taylorvanbuskirk8040]

I've listened to this song over and over again and never tire of it. Of course I bought it! I want Peter Hollens and his talent to live on forever. It makes me feel young again.

[@iMorganHiggins]

Amazing vocals!

[@clarer6103]

My mum and grandmother love your folk songs! Thanks so much for them!

[@MegaKnight2012]

Peter, you need to do 'Let My People Go' from 'The Prince of Egypt'

[@jparkerez23]

I think it's called The Plagues. Also, All I Ever Wanted would be great!

[@mayuze2018]

so peaceful. I think I will listen to this song every day, on bus, before sleep

[@numunu013]

Just superb. I really am hoping against hope that "Walking in the Air" made its way to the album.

[@PeterHollens]

I'll look it up! :)

[@numunu013]

It'd be beyond anything I could hope if you did decide to do that song. It's one of my favourite songs from my childhood. Our family's lullaby, to be honest.

[@alexandrarapp6490]

This came out when I was a younger musician. Today the kids now at my level played this song. My friend and I started tearing up remembering how much this song grew our musical abilities that year. Thank you for making such a beautiful cover of this song

[@SpieleBeginnen]

man... your voice sounds awesome!!

[@PeterHollens]

Thank you so much!!!

[@Whatssupmae]

Learned this in my singing lessons today. It's beautiful. Give me vibes of when Belle left Scrooge in a Christmas carol.

[@garybarker6994]

Peter: Have you ever thought of doing your version of Karl Jenkins' Benedictus? It is a hauntingly beautiful piece, and I think your voice-only rendition would be magnificent! Thanks for your hard work, heart, and voice!

[@taylorvanbuskirk8040]

I've listened to this song over and over and over again.

[@itsjvf33]

Another great video man, you really inspire me to do this with my voice too. This, however, was way harder and a lot more work than I expected! Kudos to you! =D

[@adrunkdove]

This is...FANTASTIC! I listen to this poem almost every day, but this makes me love it even more! DownByTheSallyGardens - Tom Hiddleston

[@ELIANELOPES]

FANTASTIC!!!

[@marnogrobler]

The brute purity of your voice gave me tears

[@liviahollerbachcaetano2723]

I think you would have a great voice for Scarborough Fair :)

[@graceblack1057]

Thinking about this song again I feel like it would take place in a spring setting or in a winter setting looking back on springtime memories...

[@CKMoon04]

Please do a O Brother Where Art Thou medley Peter!

[@camillanorberg1297]

This was one of the first songs my teacher had me learn when I started taking vocal lessons. I still love it to bits.

[@sarahmarie4642]

At the end of your videos you invite your fans to leave requests, I have few :) I have three sugestions for potential songs. " Flora, Lilly of the West" by Peter Paul and Mary "Sound of Silence" by Simon and Garfunkel "The Last Unicorn" or any of the songs from the animated classic, the soundtrack was done by America. If you never get around to any of these, I already love what I am hearing. Thank You for sharing!

[@Mitchell7]

Semper Fedilis, Peter, your a joy to hear over and over and OVER... God Bless ~ Col.Gregory USMC Ret.

[@RiesenWuschel]

Hey Peter, How about covering Bastilles Pompeii? The song is giving me goosebumps and i would LOVE to hear your version. I can't imagine how, but for some reason im sure you would make the song even more awesome, as you did with a lot of my favourite ones up untill now. :D

[@PeterHollens]

Your wish is my command! Bastille - Pompeii - Peter Hollens & Kina Grannis A cappella Cover

[@RiesenWuschel]

***** Oh wow... this is sooo amazing O.O I never thought i would be noticed :D !!! ...

[@wolves600]

+Peter Hollens do you think you can do Braes of Balquhither

[@leahharmon2242]

Stuck at work on a Saturday and the playlist of your songs is the only thing getting me through the day, as it does most days. ***** is truly a gift!

[@romyj4241]

I'm gettin crazy! I love this song, it was the first I had to sing in my singing lessons!! Since then it warms my heart everytime I sing it and now you're doing it. Thank you for this beautiful choice! :D I would like to hear "Pompeii" by Bastille, "Love me again" by John Newman or "Counting Stars" by One Direction. Maybe you like one of them, too. :) And not to forget: Thank you again for all the music you're bringing to us. You're so talented, you have a beautiful voice. And your wife is amazing! ;) So please never stop doing this and always be who you are. Best wishes from Germany! :)

[@hanabara417]

Counting Stars is sung by One Republic. Do you mean Story of My Life by One Direction? Lol

[@PeterHollens]

Romy! It was also the first song I learned as well! That or barbara allen, I forget... ANyway, I'll do Pompeii by Bastille for ya! ;)

[@bambam12357]

Yay please do pompeii i love that song

[@romyj4241]

***** Thank you very much! You made my day with this. Can't wait! :)

[@romyj4241]

Hannah Epstein Oh, no. :D I meant Counting Stars by One Republic. Sorry. :D Thanks for mentioning this mistake. :)

[@kylecasey7010]

You wouldn't believe how long I have searched for this song with a great male voice. Great job, mate.

[@louga__]

An amazing voice and a talented composer... Just avoid to become a snowman with all that cold videos !

[@PeterHollens]

ha! deal!

[@DannyMcKinney79]

Peter Hollens is an awesome singer I enjoy listening to his music

[@ESOTERISMOYREALIDADES53]

Down by the sally gardens my love and I did meet; She passed the sally gardens with little snow-white feet. She bid me take love easy, as the leaves grow on the tree; But I being young and foolish with her did not agree. In a field by the river my love and I did stand, And on my leaning shoulder she laid her snow-white hand. She bid me take life easy, as the grass grows on the weirs; But I was young and foolish, and now am full of tears.

[@americanulfhednar5483]

I have listened to this song a million times and it never gets old

[@FawkesMZhou]

I'd like to hear you sing a few heart warming Christmas songs with Enya. :)

[@anathonnios]

As a fellow Singer I really appreciate your musical talent

[@namolbu]

Skye Boat Song! PLEASE!!

[@Diablo56]

This man has the best singing voice I have ever heard.

[@darleehart9782]

You should do "God Bless the Outcasts" from Disney's Hunchback of Notre Dame.

[@roeltiesmoeltie]

My favourite songs are your folk songs. I seriously can't get enough. I've always been a huge fan of folk music and you just bring such a nice feel to it with your warm voice. It's absolutely lovely. Thank you for always brightening up my day :)

[@theepicwarlock8302]

Singing this for honors choir, state audition. Wish me luck.

[@gloryanet2348]

+TheEpic Warlock me too

[@danmightnotbeonfirebuthesh161]

+TheEpic Warlock playing it for mpa in band in a few weeks i gotchu fam good luck

[@noahpennington9861]

My men's choir is currently working on this song too :D

[@yoko3182]

I sang this song for a solo and ensemble competition/festival in Las Vegas in middle school. Love it!

[@philyking]

Anyone else think Peter looks a bit like Ryan Gosslin? Also, this song is amazing!

[@PeterHollens]

ha! Thanks Phil!

[@GiftTrinkets]

Graced my morning, superbly

[@slobbmonster1]

Can you please sing homeward bound.. please

[@Float4Fun]

Very beautiful! Nicely done and a refreshing calm song so seldom done these days. Awesome clarity in your voice. Please do more Irish music! Good luck in our career. BTWm you and Mike Thomkins are exceptional together.

[@doctahwho]

id like to hear your version of "drunken sailer"

[@kendra_305]

My band teacher played your video in class because were playing it, the instrumental is as beautiful as the lyrical song, and its awesome, best song I ever played.

[@EmRose.r]

Did you know that this song is about a young man killing his girlfriend? It is a beautiful song, but that is the truth of it. That being said, you did a wonderful version of this song! I can't stop listening to it! I was wondering actually if you could do a cover of "Sarah Beth" by Rascal Flatts? I love that song and would love to hear you do a cover of it.

[@hannahl6112]

I get goose bumps every time I listen to your songs, you are an excellent artist!

[@jakefoster3542]

I have to sing this for choir.

[@mandymeraz4610]

Same here

[@coronaboy6997]

Same

[@kalojiostuff]

i'm playing it in band :D

[@StephanieRoestel]

I played this song in band, I loved it then and I love it even more now. Thank you for doing this

[@MizuMing]

I remember this from Fractal. So sad.

[@sophhagen2446]

We actually played this song in my orchestra class this year and we placed first division for this song. This is the first time i've heard it with the lyrics and it's so pretty!!

[@fromadhdtodndtomtg]

Thank you Peter for this wonderful piece, I haven't heard this since I sang it for a contest decades ago. Wonderful artistry, thank you.

[@TheBirdofInferno]

It started and I got chills. Incredible.

[@ValTholen]

My voice teacher and I both agree you are glorious. I'm singing this for my vocal juries for college. You were the first person who showed up on Spotify who did the Benjamin Britten version.

[@rgdhunter]

I performed this at an eisteddfod in Rockhampton (Queensland, Australia) when I was a teenager; it shows off the tenor power range. Very Nice.

[@PresidentFTR]

I could seriously imagine this in a movie or a musical! Great Job Peter!!!

[@graceblack1057]

We sang this song in choir and it's still one of my favorite songs that we've sung. It's just a beautiful song. Nice job Peter!

[@elizabetharthur4314]

This was absolutely beautiful. I love folk music.

[@evenmoor]

It is always lovely to hear a new song by you, Peter. They've been a great comfort to me particularly recently. As a suggestion, I would love to hear you perform "Star of the County Down" or "She Moved Through the Fair"!

[@monicaswatzell1044]

I'm also really really excited for your folk album. It brings me closer to my heritage, and are the basis of my favorite melodies and harmonies. I just can't wait for the folk album!!! Thank you for your amazing work, you inspire me sooo much with my own work!!

[@happynadin9726]

always such beautiful scenery and such an amazing voice

[@EmillyOrr]

It's been decades since I've heard this song, sung this well. Thank you, so much, for recording this.

[@nirharpaz1]

my old love for many many years was (and still) irish music. its amazing that suddemly you come up with irishthemes like "Down by the Salley Gardens" and upcomming "Danny Boy". Did i tell you i love you? ow w8 a sec, i did, but here's another time.

[@killerknits6810]

You are amaing! I have to be one of your biggest fans! You and your wife just make me happy everytime I listen to either of you guys singing!

[@pohruixin5039]

I like the beautiful winter !!!

[@pohruixin5039]

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[@lindaweaverclarke]

You sang this song beautifully. Every time I've heard it or sang it myself, I always pictured a beautiful garden full of flowers. Haha. This snow idea was cute.

[@robertjones7666]

That just looked really cold I felt chills all the way from here in SoCal with 80+ weather.

[@TheVoidBound]

One of the first songs on violin that I learned. Good memories.

[@NateVeldhoff]

Always a pleasure to listen to your work, Peter! I love the Irish folk that you've been doing. Would love to hear "The Parting Glass." Seems right up your alley!

[@EmiLee997]

Well this brings me back to my old childhood tin whistle listens! Haven't heard in in forever!

[@RamseyK]

So good! You know how much I love this stuff.