Singing Brothers of Stilwell 2018 - "Prayer of the Children"

The Singing Brothers of Stilwell, Dr. Jimmy Cheek, Director,
perform "Prayer of the Children"
Words and music by Kurt Bestor, Arranged by Andrea S. Klouse.
This group received all Superior ratings from adjudicators at the 2018 Georgia Music Educators Association's Large Group Performance Evaluation (LGPE)

[@stevencraven4897]

I cannot get enough of this wonderful work and its various renditions. My greatest thanks and appreciation to its composer, Kurt Bestor, for once again having provided concrete evidence that there is still hunger for what many would call "serious" music. Kurt, I'm glad I know you.

[@joeodonnell4982]

Beautiful music young men.

[@TheBladepolisher]

In one song, I now see and feel the full emotion and expanse of the need for love in this world. Thank you. These courageous young men and their leader Dr. Jimmy Cheek represent a special place of worship within us all and that when God responds to our prayers, He may very well do so with this music accompanying Him. I pray for this group who's mission is clear ! ! Amen ! !

[@KyieRobinson]

Absolutely stunning.

[@smartduck904]

One of my favorite songs

[@jimdee1599]

How beautiful! I sang this song around the same time with my choir but the discipline and conviction of the choristers in this performance was remarkable. Dr. Cheek is remarkable, and these young men are so very fortunate to have such leadership. Please continue to make more beautiful music. It makes this would a much better place.

[@clewis3838]

A beautiful tribute to all the precious children of the world.

[@elatomala1976]

Absolutely beautiful. May the children of the world be SAVED from what exists here

[@trappedinacube2105]

Beautiful

[@matthewnguyen4317]

You guys have such as beautiful voice. Perfect balance and blending. The crescendos and decrescendos very magnificent. I’m very amazed. Your director is amazing, and he has taught you all very well. Make sure you appreciate your director!

[@elizabethclifford7044]

So glad I happened upon this beautiful rendition. Thank you, gentlemen.

[@JimM-zs8ul]

Simply magnificent. Nothing more need be said.

[@poetpeacegraceandlove]

Beautiful ❤️

[@mpendulomshengu2132]

Brilliant

[@blueberrypie8887]

In all my years I’ve NEVER heard a group as great and prestigious as this.Great work guys!

[@larrywieland1340]

Thanks one of my favorite songs to sing. You are inspiring!!!

[@davidhensley76]

This is a bit slower than some other choirs sing it, and the vocal blend here is top-notch.

[@christophmcfadden833]

Bravo! Simply amazing. I continue to be impressed with the work at my Alma Mater. The program keeps getting better and better. Dr. Cheek and Brothers, this was the sweetest thing I've heard in a while. Great Job!

[@singingbrothersofstilwell5502]

Thanks for your kind comments Christoph'. I'm glad that you enjoyed the performance. I will certainly share your feedback with the Singing Brothers.

[@janmcguire5268]

Beautiful attention to tone and vowel shapes and enunciation and intonation and consonants and dynamics and--well, everything! Lovely performance!!!

[@jaydenpearl3348]

Beautiful.

[@cmcdaniel171]

Thank you for your beautiful gifts shared… so beyond words… bless you each and all and surround you with love and healing for our World, and peace for all children!!!!!!🙏🏽♥️♥️♥️

[@horatiojackson2233]

This is the best version of this Song I've heard!!!!!?!!!!!?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!😀😀😁😁😁😁😂😁😀😂😂😀😀😀😁

[@shelleyswan535]

We listened to this in church today

[@everythingwwe2800]

Amazing literal chills

[@toluayantunji4882]

This is just incredible, this is beyond me! Just breathtaking, such great talent in one place!

[@AyannMan]

I subscribde to this channel after hearing the first note.Raw talent it is wonderful to withness black exelence and minority excellence.

[@banterclaus1547]

Y’all is just absolutely amazing, I ain’t never ever heard anything so magnificent!

[@claire.delune]

Gorgeous tone, flawless diction and stunning vowels. Excellent job, Singing Brothers. 👌

[@horatiojackson2233]

I am so amazed

[@jeremykane2384]

Not sure why this doesn’t have more likes? This is an incredible performance of what will in time, if not already, be considered a choral standard. I hope each and every one of the performers and heir director know you have recorded an incredible piece of art here. Well done.

[@JamesToCool]

This is just fantastic! I have never heard a group with such a nice tone. Keep up the good work!

[@thebloxitier3551]

You just wish you were singing with them, don’t you?

[@joshuamilner7420]

Stilwell is doing AMAZING things! I am impressed. Continue to do what you all do!

[@christineguymon5959]

This is wonderful. The composter Kurt Bestor? must be delighted with the feeling your presentation communicates.

[@ayungclas]

We’ll done gentlemen.

[@markmiller3516]

So very beautiful. This touched my heart today. God bless you all!

[@janmcguire5268]

Stunning ! The attention to detail is exquisite!

[@richkane1977]

All I can say is WOW! I especially love how you used the consonants in the bridge as opposed to just singing the usual “ah”. Great way to maintain unity in rhythm and tempo among the ensemble.

[@thehoratiojay]

Great Job Guys

[@georgebaggy]

This group is incredible! Just discovered you. This brought back chilling memories of singing this song in high school choir.

[@LadyDFox]

Very Good - Enjoyed and Enjoyed!!

[@MR-vj8dn]

Thank you for sharing. I'd re-arrange a few structural things (to get some more swing) and a few notes to get some more feeling of forward motion .. and speed up the performance. But anyway, thank you.

[@theemyricaljanee]

WOW! Best male group I’ve heard! You guys will go so far. Keep it up!

[@maegusgaming5588]

This sounds absolutely outstanding.

[@deleonrocquemore8743]

I love this piece

[@shayysbeautyy3988]

Absolutely Amazing

[@bhenry58]

Beautiful. Thank you.

[@moragnterrellwilliams4448]

:D

[@toiam8350]

OK and?

[@cynthiabarlow4620]

too slow. Lovely, but too slow.

[@aprylcameron874]

Not as good as Kurt Bestor himself but good nonetheless!!

[@cindywilson5836]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@horatiojayvlogs]

Great Job Guys

[@horatiojackson2233]

Great Job Guys