The Lord Bless You and Keep You, John Rutter

Conducted by John Rutter
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, February 17, 2008
The Mark Thallander Foundation Choir Festival

[@djbobhoskins]

Does anyone else ever think as they listen to this, that if so many of the people with anger, hurt and disappointment in this world who channel all their energy into wrong and destructive things, listened to this, that the thing that underpins us all - to love and be loved - would be revealed to them, more than any therapist or self-help book could achieve, and they might actually feel some healing. I haven’t articulated it so well here (as I find it hard to do so) but I feel this quite strongly. So many people are looking for fundamental love and acceptance and when I hear this, it just completely envelops me.

[@gebbymuskitta]

i can feel it rn:’)

[@fmok9796]

Agree

[@edwardjohn5]

I used to teach in High School (Indonesia). I once proposed to my principal that the students who were problematic be sent to the choir practice for the whole year. Although some didn't change their ways after the project, most were reported to have demonstrated at least a slight change of behavior. And to some of them, it really had a lasting impact. That was probably one of the hallmarks of my entire life.. I was inspired by the movie Les Choristes

[@tokenspirit6140]

Your articulation is fine! I use thiis piece daily as a blessing for myself, on awakening. Music, song is one of the sweetest,most powerful gift from God. It is a fast channel to our spiritual self and the other side of life. (Btw, I used to ask that question about John Rutter, then I heard he was recognized for his great work with some title. Must seek that out.)

[@carolpeterson326]

Healing, yes. And we do well to recognize how often we can return to this "musical medicine" --- daily, weekly...There's no ON/OFF button with healing; it's a process.

[@sharoncarpenter4824]

This is one of the most beautiful pieces of music I've ever heard of had the honor of singing. In college choir we closed out every performance with this piece.

[@davidm840]

Jestem organistą w Polsce w Zielonej Górze i od kilkunastu lat gram ten utwór na Nowy Rok - przepieknie błogosławieństwo Aaronickie. Rutter to wielki kompozytor obok Jennkinsa.

[@williampaterson4333]

Some men of this world create wars and division whilst this Hymn unites us as one family of OUR world. God Bless you ALL, ALWAYS . . . .

[@neiljosephbennett9119]

I also cannot fathom out why a sportsperson with a paltry 5-10 year career can be knighted for winning a medal, while this national (and international) treasure still waits in the wings ............... a sad indictment on the world's priorities.

[@adrianh332]

He is now Sir John.

[@oliverbrown8038]

That's very short sighted.

[@openstagedenver6257]

When I was a freshman in college I had orchestra practice in the same room that the choir rehearsed. We were always there early because there was always a rush to set up. The choir always ended with this song. It was my first introduction to choral music. The first time I heard them sing it I thought that's what heaven must sound like. It still moves my heart to hear it.

[@tokenspirit6140]

I begin my days listening to this precious hymn....and bless myself through it. ❤️🙏🙄

[@LindaHutchings]

You were so lucky!!! 🎶🙏♥️

[@dianeschmeck6322]

The Amens are what I hope to hear one day in heaven ❤️

[@finolahepworth5554]

Wish the whole world would join together to sing with this wonderful choir this beautiful hymn to the Almighty Heaven on earth !

[@AuntWizzy]

What a lovely thought.

[@mhlpmb]

Praise the Lord!

[@davidedwinhoneywill2611]

I am a tenor in Welkom South Africa. What a privilege and pleasure to sing John Rutter compositions! Exceptional beauty! Thank you Sir!

[@VanessaEBClark]

I wish I could click the thumbs up every time this comes up in my playlist -- not only is Rutter's setting incredible in its own right, the quality of the vast number of voices here brings a wideness to its meaning. Thank you for giving this to us!

[@parrishquick2265]

My high school chamber choir traveled to England to sing with him as our conductor 40+ years ago. A truly exhilarating and spiritual moment.

[@JoyfulHearts1000]

(Lyrics for translators) The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make His face to shine upon you To shine upon you and be gracious And be gracious unto you The Lord bless you and keep you The Lord lift up the light of His countenance upon you The Lord lift up the light of His countenance upon you And give you peace, and give you peace; And give you peace, and give you peace.

[@MercurialRed9]

Still can’t work out why our wonderful John Rutter isn’t SIR John Rutter yet. The man’s a legend.

[@nancyhobson9710]

That thought occurred also to me.

[@markmcdonald6907]

John Rutter is truly underrated and under appreciated. His music is so inspiring to hear and perform. Imagine how many souls have been saved because of the divine messages his music delivers.

[@MarkMilleArt]

@@tradomeg2502 I did not know that. Now ever so more impressed by the man!

[@dianagager2308]

So beautiful and inspirational! God’s Blessings for bringing this here!

[@susanflakes6968]

Absolutely!

[@gracejones8446]

My church choir joined in this year. What a blessing and pleasure to sing such beautiful with John Rutter, the composer, conducting us. I love his music.

[@hughmacdonald4402]

I am so grateful to John Rutter -- and to our Lord for giving us John Rutter! His music is so magnificent: when I am stressed or discouraged, his music breathes peace into my soul. Thanks be to God and Brother John.

[@warrenpugh7844]

Well said. We are so fortunate mate.

[@temitopefaleti7053]

I share the same thoughts and emotions as you and Warren

[@anb740]

Early on, his compositions were sadly NOT very well liked by some conductors/singers. "Eccentric" being the word most often used. Those peoples' names will never be remembered by history. Rutter's name most certainly will be!

[@catherinewillmore]

I agree. His music is sublime.

[@Ffi71]

Struggling to find the right words. Moved beyond emotions. Just superb

[@elusive1727]

I agree , I cry when I listen to this ❤️

[@Horatioj7663]

I love John Rutter and grateful to my High School choir Teacher for teaching us these beautiful works of Art. It will be with me until the day I die.🙏🏽

[@susannahwhite7561]

Francesca, A thing of beauty is a joy forever.

[@catharinamurwaniningsih5191]

I love this song... and it was sung by the choir when my son on their wedding day asked blessings from us the parents

[@gordball126]

Thank You John Rutter for your brilliance and dedication through these difficult times !

[@charlesgrisham3816]

All of my dear sisters and brothers in Christ, The Lord bless you and keep you until we meet at his feet.

[@zauhtoisalaw4639]

Charles Grisham , Amen

[@a.t.c.3862]

Amen. Pray 🤲

[@roseford3483]

This choir actually seems to believe their music, vs. Certain Other Choirs'. Rutter's music is so blessed! He got my dad who claimed he could only sing "four notes" at the deep-base end to join a choir for twenty years before his nerve disease overtook in his 90's after I recorded Rutter's recordings for my beloved parents' cassette tape player (my parents are the beloved, but that cassette player did blast a lot of great music over the years!).

[@lovesings2us]

Thank you so much for posting this lovely, deep music.

[@ignatiussepto2182]

praise the Lord Jesus Christ for the songs composed by John Rutter. God always bless us always.

[@finolahepworth5554]

Outstanding, Thank you Every singer must have been touched by God to sing as they did. How wonderful if all prayers would be so beautifully prayed to God and meant.

[@aldosetiawan1982]

Just cant express my feeling by listening to this masterpiece...such an amazing work by john rutter....and a lots of more from him

[@shin-i-chikozima]

This majestic and solemn chorus is beyond description , splendid , impressive , and full of admiration and emotion , and comfortable to the ear and the mind

[@AmyAndThePup]

Just sweeps me away... Nostalgia at its best. I do so love this. One of the most beaitufl songs I have ever heard.

[@Luca-gj9xn]

You're very good and Rutter is really brilliant. My choir sang Candlelight Carol during one of our last performances using a new arrangement. Write this in the search: you will surely like it. Corale Novarmonia - Candlelight Carol (J. Rutter)

[@bettynavratil8353]

I believe in my God of the Scripture, which is genuine, and I know that He has been blessing me throughout my life.

[@haroldbussell9619]

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[@choirmaestroJack]

Beautiful. I know there is the older composition. It has its place as well. But this is just beautiful; just beautiful!

[@khususreview3629]

The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make His face to shine upon you To shine upon you and be gracious And be gracious unto you The Lord bless you and keep you The Lord lift up the light of His countenance upon you, The Lord lift up the light of His countenance upon you And give you peace, and give you peace; And give you peace, and give you peace.

[@susannahwhite7561]

Numbers 6:24,25,26

[@basicaa]

You’re blessed when you’re at the end of your rope. With less of you there is more of God and his rule. - Mt. 5:3 The Message

[@chiefkev]

Praise and glory to our Heavenly Father for this music and these words! Thanks be to God!

[@merlynsampang7388]

Beautiful.. I know this song and we already sung this piece during our concert way back in 2002 as our last song to give blessings to those who are present. Good harmony.. 🎶🎼🎵🎶🎼♩🎹😍

[@roseford3483]

John Rutter sings through my soul. Lord, may I go out of this world with his music resonating?

[@iancolgan3183]

so beautifully and movingly sung

[@eugeniomorais7041]

Rutter is a God's gift to whole Church.

[@susanflakes6968]

I have loved John Rutters music for such a long time...classic...

[@AndrewSmith-uz8bg]

I absolutely love this song!

[@annevansweevelt2437]

it is a song awesome made by God, and it gives you peace

[@Fox1nDen]

...and all things come to those who wait. He promises to bless us with blessing, good measure, pressed down, shaken together, overflowing, and if you wait for it with unshakeable faith in His goodness, it will come....

[@BellaTerra66]

I love John Rutter and his choir!

[@sandraglass2865]

This is absolutely exquisite, heavenly music..bonus that John Rutter is conducting himself! Sandra Pretoria South Africa

[@valeriechapman1612]

The Lord Bless You and Keep You is a beautiful and well written piece of music. Its also very moving and full of emotion. He has composed such lovely music its hard to know which one to choose as a favourite. Everyone has different views on music which is good otherwise only one piece would be chosen from many others.

[@BryanSlettenrealtor]

Simply gorgeous! That many voices, this is just incredibly powerful!

[@judymoses8657]

Love this music! What an amazing/brilliant music composer. :)

[@iancolgan3183]

Judy Moses agreed Judy-how awesome and moving is this!

[@cherylhowe1541]

What makes it interesting is that John Rutter is an atheist and he writes and arranges such beautiful church music.

[@beverlywilson3752]

My all time favorite John Rutter piece❤️

[@kyrieeleison7065]

Amen. Lovely performance. Classical music is the best music to listen to

[@johnsanders2266]

Wow! Now that folks, is a seriously beautiful choir! (Welsh 'vibe' in the tenors?)

[@yuhaszvideotime763]

I wish mr Rutter could make another classical music album like he did with Handel, Bach, and Mozart. Maybe he could do “The Vivaldi collection” and add maybe add 20 songs. Spring from four seasons should be one of them. Anyone like my idea?

[@Tmax234]

A blessing from God to all.

[@stinavanlowenherz3259]

Me and my choir sang this on the funeral of our choir's master in march this year.

[@gghilotti]

I will sing this song the next 5th September in a wedding Mass

[@lenebordorff6044]

I love it! Happy Easter

[@anb740]

John Rutter directing and Fred Swann on the organ. Can’t get much better than that!

[@chilalasimwambana9056]

Awesome. Beautiful piece it is.

[@esta1ful]

He is a national treasure for the British Empire. He richly deserves the honor. But what do i know? I’m only an american.

[@TazharuOfficial]

The Lord bless you and keep you: The Lord make His face to shine upon you, To shine upon you and be gracious, and be gracious unto you The Lord bless you and keep you: The Lord make His face to shine upon you, To shine upon you and be gracious, and be gracious unto you The Lord lift up the light Of His countenance upon you, The Lord lift up the light Of His countenance upon you, And give you peace, And give you peace, And give you peace, And give you peace Amen Amen Amen Amen Amen Amen

[@fernandoosorio5707]

God bless John Rutter.

[@hriiyizhuosiikruna9889]

Voice from heaven ❤️

[@thomasromano9321]

Bravo, John Rutter!!

[@chupoyan3778]

Heavenly sound

[@postwar46]

The voices of the women are so beautiful. High quality air flowing so sweetly from their lungs. This is the first time that I've heard such a measure of collective excellence since the Luton Girls Choir.

[@ladyanne8139]

Outstanding. ♥️💜💞🙏🙏💓🤎♥️💜💕💖

[@sumaiasaif82]

The Royal Wedding 2018 brought me here ❤ pure Love and Light! Thanks for posting!

[@grellsutcliffe7637]

I absolutely love is song, even though I don't beleive in God. I am learning it with my choir right now and it is awesome.

[@MsViva710]

+Grell Sutcliffe I was touched very deeply by your comment. I too enjoy this song. I sung and hummed it several times today already. Have you ever read the book Great Controversy by E.G.White. It reads about the conflict between good and evil through the ages. You may find it very interesting. You should be able to listen to it or read it online free. Please let us know if you've read it.

[@grellsutcliffe7637]

I have yet to read it, and it is not quite in my reading list yet, but I might take a look at it. (Right now I mainly want to read Death Note novels, Hamlet and Macbeth, but this might be another one of my goals). I sure do hope that I will understand everything in this book, though, as I am not native English speaker.

[@MsViva710]

+Grell Sutcliffe Well the book I mentioned is written in several languages and you may be able to find it in your native tongue. I don't know what language you speak though. another lovely book by E.G. White is entitled : Desire of Ages.

[@jesussaves6629]

The song is based off of Numbers 6:24-26. I am singing this in a choir, as well, and I really love it. It really speaks to me in its beauty and meaning. I am going through difficult times, but everytime I hear it, it gives me peace...

[@piengiess]

We are never alone

[@markwyse7925]

Wonderful

[@VJAqui-ef8tr]

Lovely heavenly music

[@mcmartinstacym]

What an amazing experience it would be to be directed by John Rutter on this piece!!

[@struggle9394]

This deserves more than 1M views !!

[@tewilliams1049]

So very beautiful and soul restoring.

[@anita3776]

Praise the Lord.

[@charitykemunto7875]

Amen😊 Peace that paseth all human understanding

[@peterhickox9137]

Heavenly song ,Jesus Christ presence listening to this choir 😇😇😇👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@awakeandalive60]

My choir teacher had every year sing this song since the 70s, and it was always everyone's favorite. Incredible.

[@PaulCandi]

amazing. the beautiful & great song. sangat indah dan agung lagu ini

[@sageboo1]

That so many would love this piece.. it's done very nicely.. in case not all are aware.. it's the Aaronic priestly blessing. ✡️ 🇮🇱 😉

[@LauraArmstrong]

[@天花順和]

こんな広い場所で多くの人達と心を一つにして音楽を集えたら、どんなに素敵な事でしょう。 今はそんな日が再び巡ってくる事を信じて、生きていきたい。

[@williamrich7638]

When you get that many singers together, you really should perform Mahler's 8th Symphony.

[@kathmcg1981]

This is the most beautiful hymn, truly touches your soul! ❤️🙏

[@TheRosepetal33]

Beautiful choir!

[@TheRosepetal33]

The Lord bless you and keep you song...

[@marciomaciel8404]

John Rutter e suas músicas poderosas e inspiradas por Deus!!!

[@ravenlass9609]

My soul needed to hear this today. Exquisite.

[@MrSS1600]

The music is brilliant but can anyone please explain how the conductor actually helps. He is not in rhythm with the music. The choir knows what and when to sing but he just seems to wave his arms around in a choreographic world of his own.

[@raymondhummel5211]

Such a powerful choral piece, sung so wonderfully by all the vocal members. John Rutter does such a fine job directing all to perfection. His singers reach the heart then the emotions travel to the soul!

[@brandywineblogger1411]

Mr. Rutter deserves Knighthood 100x more than Paul McCartney or Elton John.

[@maryashworth2963]

Listen to this in total darkness, and i defy you not to weep tears from your very soul !

[@colinnaylor126]

Magnificent

[@profMaximvs]

G'd bless y'all. Regards from Brazil.

[@contreras853]

Anche Il coro degli angeli per una volta si è fermato ed ha ascoltato questo canto del grande Maestro RUTTER. Magnifico.....

[@jesussaves6629]

Numbers 6:24-26 That is a big choir....I am singing this beautiful song in a choir. It is not near as big.

[@christinelouisew1]

Absolutely heavenly

[@marilynhobbs4037]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@artinsarkesh8769]

Amen 🙏

[@lizwilson5814]

Such wonderful music.Thankyou U Tube.

[@myrcha3875]

They should have played that at the olympics in Paris ❤❤❤

[@wiwiikwee7195]

this person below doesnt know ppl are dying india. And never try to be thankfull of life

[@iansmith349]

Ian Lord Blessings you know Keep You

[@itskatokay5233]

We would sing this every year in hs and I’m still always singing it