The Old Churchyard - The Petersens (LIVE)

Y'all had been requesting our group learn a new a cappella song, so we found "The Old Churchyard" and knew it would be a great fit for the sisters to sing. HOWEVER, Katie started playing around with droning on her violin, making the song so unique we knew we had to keep it.
I guess the search for the next a cappella song carries on! lol
~Ellen
P.S. Don't have the volume up too loud when the outro comes. We about had our souls leave our bodies hahaha
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►This video:
Vocals: ‪@JuliannePetersen‬
Vocals: ‪@EllenHaygood‬
Harmony vocals and fiddle: ‪@katiepetersen‬
Key moments:
0:03 droning fiddle
0:09 Julianne
1:01 Ellen
1:26 sisters
1:48 Katie fiddle
3:41 outro
Turn on captions (CC) to see the lyrics on screen.
Special thanks to Randy Franz for helping us with audio and Aaron Clark for the videography.
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►LYRICS - The Old Churchyard
Come, come with me to the old churchyard
I so well know those paths beneath the soft green sward
Friends slumber there that we want to regard
We will trace out their names in the old churchyard
Mourn not for them for their trials are o'er
And why weep for those who will weep no more?
For sweet is their sleep, though cold and hard
Their pillows lay deep in the old churchyard
I know it seems vain when our friends depart
To breathe kind words to a broken heart
And I know that the joy of life, it is marred
When we follow those friends to the old churchyard
But were I at rest beneath yonder tree
Oh why would you weep, my friends, for me?
I'm so weary and worn, why would you retard
The peace that I seek in the old churchyard?
Why weep for me, for I'm anxious to go
To that haven of rest where no tears ever flow?
And I fear not to enter that dark weary tomb
Where our Savior has lain and he conquered the gloom
I rest in the hope that one bright day
Sunshine will burst through these prisons of clay
And Old Gabriel's trumpet and the voice of the Lord
They will wake up the dead in the old churchyard [x2]
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[@Liz.Newton]

*LYRICS - The Old Churchyard* ------------ Come, come with me to the old churchyard I so well know those paths beneath the soft green sward Friends slumber there that we want to regard We will trace out their names in the old churchyard Mourn not for them for their trials are o'er And why weep for those who will weep no more? For sweet is their sleep, though cold and hard Their pillows lay deep in the old churchyard I know it seems vain when our friends depart To breathe kind words to a broken heart And I know that the joy of life, it is marred When we follow those friends to the old churchyard But were I at rest beneath yonder tree Oh why would you weep, my friends, for me? I'm so weary and worn, why would you retard The peace that I seek in the old churchyard? Why weep for me, for I'm anxious to go To that haven of rest where no tears ever flow? And I fear not to enter that dark weary tomb Where our Savior has lain and He conquered the gloom I rest in the hope that one bright day Sunshine will burst through these prisons of clay And Old Gabriel's trumpet and the voice of the Lord They will wake up the dead in the old churchyard [x2] Album: Hopefully a future album

[@josegenaroriveraloanzon]

Thanks, Liz!

[@sirfultonbishop]

Thank you for posting the lyrics! Such a wonderful song.

[@Roberto-pd8vn]

Thanks Liz!!!

[@Sooch694]

Thank you Liz. A friend to us all

[@robertewalt7789]

@@josegenaroriveraloanzon Liz, can you tell us who wrote this song? It sounds Scots to me.

[@ronhyatt4678]

It's always a nice day when the Petersens post a new performance.

[@cindyncmts1]

That ending in the outtake… Gabriel’s trumpet blowing!! Smiling, crying. I have loved this song for years…this is my new favorite version!

[@ollyalme]

I'm 59 years old traditional man and maybe my increasing age is what sometimes makes me feel the need to go to the kitchen to cut some onions. It's good kinds of onions, and this was one of those occasions. Beautiful presentation. Thank you.

[@glennyoder2983]

I'm only a year ahead of you, and it had the same affect on me........ dang allergies...lol

[@scottm4042]

Nothing wrong with a good Ole cry...and some onions!

[@admobeer9551]

Is there room for one more in the boat?

[@firefighterpk2440]

58 old school truck driver, firefighter here, you're spot on. 😪

[@charlesholliday7923]

Enjoyed that

[@americanlegendswatches]

So beautiful! Katy's fiddle sublimely recreates the tones from bag-pipes. Amazing.

[@68corvette08]

I was just thinking it reminds me of Irish music.

[@Tom37323]

OK, Irish Bagpipes

[@ukieflip]

​@@68corvette08Uilleann pipes also have drones.

[@lukeitaliano8841]

I suffer from terrible depression. I know my heart lies to me when it speaks darkness. I know the Truth that Jesus has promised us a future and paid for it dearly, so it costs me nothing. It is hard to see the light in the darkness, though. Thank you for this reminder. The music breaks through. God has used you to bless me. Thank you.

[@martinmadden]

So powerful a performance, with so little ornamentation. Just exceptional.

[@SCHAWIINNGG]

This was hypnotizing, truly. I don't listen to this sort of music typically but it came over my headphones on auto-play while at work and I had to sit down. Beautiful

[@Jazzbeu55]

I really like the drone effect from the fiddle. It is a lot like the sound of bagpipes.

[@TheEzzieboy]

Gee, d'ya think?

[@williamSmith-fv5hi]

Uniquely perfect as only the Petersen ladies could perform. Thanks

[@kenbrown7334]

Katie is able to create the drone of a bagpipe with her fiddle. She is amazing! They're all amazing!

[@salty-pete]

Yeah, spot on. But this time the Bagpipes are actually playing a tune.

[@timgeist1574]

Her violin is so much better than bagpipes! Q: What is the difference between bagpipes and onions? A: Nobody cries when they cut up some bagpipes.

[@lawrencejump7391]

Yes they are

[@jadeblack5520]

Hoi - more respect for bagpipes please. Cannae beat the skirl o the pipes😀😀👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇬🇧

[@die_schlechtere_Milch]

Playing an open string drone is actually not at all what is difficult in her part.

[@stevenkasper6485]

I agree with the earlier comment that the violin sounds like a bagpipe, which gives it a Scottish kind of feel. Well done. I would bet that that train whistle got your hearts either racing or stopped altogether. Love you all!

[@connoro8610]

Well it’s because she’s creating a drone.

[@PamKaiser]

Just beautiful! I only wish Katie and Ellen switch sides so we can see the playing of the violin and Katie’s face a little better. The train blooper was great. Way to keep the show going Katie! 🚂

[@Waldlaeufer70]

The violin first made me think of a Shruti Box, which is used by some folk singers, for example in Scotland. However, the sound of the drones of a set of bagpipes makes a lot of sense, too!

[@korkkdoe5626]

Best outro ever! 😂😂😂😂 They are the BEST! ❤

[@curlyfries5095]

My ex-wife passed away from cancer less than a month ago and I’ve been mourning her loss along with my kids and grandkids. Hearing this song has brought me back to the understanding that she is truly at peace now. Thank you for sharing. God Bless you all.

[@reidrainwatermusic]

Prayers lifted for you, friend. ❤ I’m so sorry for your loss.

[@rlcbushpilot]

I think I just found my new favorite Petersen’s song. Absolutely stunning.

[@cameronworks]

My best friend passed away last night after a long fight with brain cancer. He was just 34 years old. His wife, 6 months pregnant, and his three little ones were there by his side. Sometime the world can seem cruel and unfair. Here's to hoping for a brighter day.

[@laurascheetz398]

May God give you all strength 🩷

[@MAB3776s]

Cameron, I lost my best friend on the 20th of July 2021. The hurt doesn’t get any less, just a little less often maybe. Hold the fort down for his wife and kids, they’re gonna need you. God bless. I’ll be praying from Maine.

[@kylanevins9456]

I'm so sorry to hear that! Prayers for peace and comfort to his family and you.

[@theresap3467]

I will pray for their little family. ✝️

[@reidrainwatermusic]

Prayers lifted for you, friend. ❤

[@bamaguygm]

These 3 part harmonies melt my heart

[@reidrainwatermusic]

Nothing better than family harmony!

[@billgrey]

Those harmonies near the end just send chills up my spine.

[@latinhellas6383]

Wow! The Petersens are bluegrass for the 21st Century. Some old timers may remember The Byrds who in some songs blended folk music and bluegrass; listening to the first few bars of this song reminded me of them a bit, joyfully. Katie's violin playing is outstanding, no studio tricks, just pure three-dimensional sound in open air. God Bless.

[@dreed1058]

Lovely ode to the deceased. Will send to my kids to play when I'm gone!

[@anthonyleaguepro1227]

Thinking about the men and brothers that sacrificed everything while listening to this is tough but beautiful at the same time. The words hit the heart cords.

[@ThePetersens]

Thank you!! So glad you enjoy it!

[@paulconant4547]

So beautiful. Thank you so much. A real blessing.

[@chrisryan5614]

Beautiful to hear the 5 string droning along.Sounded like a hurdy gurdy 🎼🎵🎶😊👍

[@andypierson4742]

Oh! Bagpipe Fiddle! I love it!

[@holliesheet3182]

The train blasting horns to interrupt y'all is a hilarious outtake!

[@stevereason6931]

Yes, just as they were singing about Gabriel blowing the trumpet...Perfect timing planned before the foundations of the world!

[@atropiaveteran]

I lauged way too hard at that too!

[@TheSeeking2know]

@@stevereason6931🙏

[@jonstefanik9400]

They kept singing through the train whistle.

[@pappyfiddle]

There's a vid around here somere's called Duet With A Train: "Orange Blossom Special" by Wanigan. Train whistle sounded right in the middle of the song. Fiddler worked it right in

[@lynwessel2471]

Katie knows that when performing ,whatever happens you just keep singing!

[@markhoffman2132]

I am speechless. That was very haunting with fiddle. Absolutely loved this.

[@wizdim1544]

wow. my ears are blessed once again.

[@DanPurdy1]

Great old Hymn Katies playing double stops gives that beautiful groan like a bagpipe. It is nice to see Julianne dressed up as her sisters are.

[@holliesheet3182]

Whoo whee! The harmony within the ole bagpipe violin to blossom into a progessive Appalachian feel is so well done, y'all!

[@AnthonyRyan-v3g]

So love the petersens sisters music,, Katie is a master of her 5 string fiddle, God bless the millions of good Americans❤

[@nigelbarton8350]

Wow just wow- and so great at last to here Julianne really let loose with that fabulous voice of hers, the best I think I have heard it, just awesome!

[@papatuck3394]

Fantastic music. Beautiful harmony and Katie's fiddle skills never cease to amaze.

[@rodsimpson3963]

You girls just outdid yourself...been following from Australia for a number of years and this is the best you have done.....take a bow...rod

[@DNeal]

The haunting beautiful melody of this song grabbed my heart and brought tears to my eyes. What harmony. Thank you

[@Leif-yv5ql]

Glorious! Thank you so much for sharing your music! It is a treasure!

[@npsit1]

Three beautiful ladies and a beautiful tune.

[@clevertrevor]

Great sound.. please sing this in cork next month.🤩

[@mellifergold]

This reminds me of the day I visited such an old graveyard - and expected it to be gloomy and sad - but I felt a wave of a feeling of freedom and joy... Halleluja ! 🕊️

[@theresap3467]

Love that vision!! Blessings in Christ ✝️

[@mellifergold]

​@@theresap3467...it was a very real, tangible impression - even some kind of blissful music seemed to be in the air there...(-Also, I had not planned to visit, I just walked by its walls and felt a strong pull to go in and then experienced this joyful vision 🌈🎶🌌

[@Oldfaithful61]

If you close your eyes while listening, you can imagine yourself to be seated in some old Irish or Scottish tavern, where the locals sing their enchanting melodies.

[@patriciacinea3097]

Held my breath, lovely trio of voices!

[@terryellsworth5848]

Dear Petersens, This was *perfectly stunning*... very moving. Yes, the invoking bagpipe fiddle-droning of Katies powerful accompaniment indeed flows so well. Lyrically the story conveyed is so beautifully 🪻🌹🌲 timelessly classic. Gorgeous to me it is near-showstopping in its utter greatness 🎉 🤯 Cheers and blessings belived clan!!!

[@MarkRBlackwell]

My new favorite Petersen's song! The fiddle droning really sets the mood. Especially grateful for this beautiful composition.

[@andyclark3530]

Wonderful job. Appropriately somber, yet hopeful. Julianne's voice was excellent for the lead on this, and Katie's violin was the perfect instrument for this, particularly when played brilliantly, as it was. Ellen provided a nice lift as well. Lovely song. Lovely arrangement. I've never seen a graveyard look so good. Bless you for sharing this. One thing to add - I feel that Julianne's voice is maturing steadily. She's holding onto her unique character, but becoming a little smoother and developing a little more range. That's what it looks like to me. It's wonderful watching this family grow.

[@billgrey]

Julianne's voice is definitely maturing.... but I think the engineering is just. better in these last songs and it brings her voice forward with more strength. Very nice!

[@williamSmith-fv5hi]

The train in the blooper section is just funny, and I love each of your reactions. Your dresses are beautiful as are you.

[@johndanielmeyer]

This is so good y’all

[@FrankvdMuijsenberg]

_Morningside_ wasn't too bad either.😉 Thanks!👍🏻☺️

[@MrZemme]

Beautiful. As is so often the case, I put on your songs to play in the background of my work and end up focusing entirely on the song instead of the work. What a marvel! God bless you all.

[@KyleHaines615]

Welp, it's been a while since I've been able to say it, and I'm sorry to "Down in the River to Pray" but I officially have a new favorite Petersens song! loved the Celtic sound it had with Katie's fiddle drone in the background, as well as the beautiful solo. I'm also super happy with having Julianne front and center on the mic and Ellen and Katie off to the sides, it certainly helped balance out the differences in the volume each of the girls sings at. I also can't wait for the album version of this so I can blast it in my truck without having to remember to skip at the end to avoid a train horn blowing out my speakers 😂😂 🚂

[@CarloFerretti-rg2mi]

Wonderful singers. Beautiful voices of very beautiful girls. Great artists. Well done !!

[@ErnstWKlar]

Vielen vielen Dank! Ganz großartig und einfühlsam musiziert und gesungen! Liebe Grüße aus Iserlohn Deutschland Ernst Klar

[@timpanda3780]

What a wonderful, different sound from you. How to make a violin sound like a hurdy gurdy, wow quite incredible it was ! The outtake was such fun too. Thank you for this lovely song.

[@abilitiesrehab5071]

They can do no wrong. Every vid a classic

[@fabianschaeuble5717]

I like the way you were storytelling the song. I couldn't stop listening.

[@alienschmaliens]

Amazing performance. Thanks for sharing. 👏👏

[@juvenalsdad4175]

Very nice, with a distinctly Celtic feel to the production. Also one of the best out takes for a while😄.

[@RickshawMunky]

Its always a comforting moment to stop and listen during the fast pace of the day. Thank you

[@everettw.brummettjr.2038]

Thank you for sharing your music with us all. I pray God blesses you all always my friends ❤

[@brianrobertson1211]

Thank you Katie, Ellen, and Juliann. It's been a while since I've given you a listen. Glad I did.

[@daveslivesound3143]

That fiddle sounds like cello & pipes! Great job!

[@theresap3467]

I thought bagpipes! But cello didn't occur to me until you mentioned it. Yes, cello!

[@KendallGrace22]

I always look forward to more Petersens posts! They make me so happy!

[@DGFig]

This brought tears to my eyes. So beautiful!

[@fiberfancies]

Sweet song! You sisters create such lovely harmonies together

[@dancahill4476]

Bransons Best right there. Band, Country Show, Fiddler, Female Vocalist, Gospel Group, Matinee, Singing Group, Family Show... Petersen's are great entertainers!

[@alexanderreintzsch5315]

OMG! I loved this soooOOOOooOOOoooo much! Angelic tongs foretold the future for those who passed, before us! BRAVO!

[@TheBrianBurkett]

That was amazing… thank you.

[@donnalarson1660]

Absolutely heavenly song .your trio performance together 👏👏👏👏👏

[@chrisfitz6252]

This is SO powerful, and the simplicity of instrumentation makes all the more so. Thanks for finding and sharing this song in a way that deeply honors your gifts of Voice!

[@paulrollings5291]

I wish Ellen would sing the lead more often. She has a beautiful voice!

[@robertthomas1411]

I'm glad they have stayed true to themselves. Beautiful!

[@theresap3467]

YES YES YES

[@daledemers6863]

Beautiful 🥰

[@photviddrive1077]

I'm so glad I'm a lot older than the Petersen siblings. Because of this, I will be able to keep enjoying their new performances for rest of my life.

[@kinmapper8783]

Their choice of works as well as their original works set to their arrangements, along with their re-arrangements of pieces of exceptional value from other areas of musical endeavors into classic Petersen exemplary masterpieces can bless all the world over time during their slow but inevitable expositional encroachment upon all of us who appreciate music done so enjoyable with their flair and their caring,... usually followed by a little of their Petersen whimsy, such as here with the final verse of the tune sung as interrupted.

[@theresap3467]

😂

[@douglasdoyle1027]

Great song, and so was the trumpet at the end! All three sisters were great. Ellen's mannerisms with her hands while she's singing always shows how she always puts her whole soul into it. Katie singing loud and good while the horn was blasting cracked me up. This song was made for Julianne, and the way she sang it during the 3:10-3:20 mark, was beyond great, it was exceptional...

[@Dpwilson420]

One of the best teaching that the Bible teaches is that the dead sleep until the first or second resurrection. They don't go to hell nor do they go to heaven, the just go to the grave. Praise the Lord for He is Love!

[@dianaparks5415]

Amen!

[@dennisminer7952]

Katie sings, "I rest in the hope, that one bright day"... as she turns her head you can almost hear her thinking, " we can all surely pray that the train goes away"!!

[@nmbassy]

The visuals/scenery of your videos mesh so incredibly well with the audio! Both are always so beautiful!

[@darrellgoodin101]

Beautiful and classy 😊

[@fuliante864]

What a beautiful beautiful song! You all are amazing! Julianne has such a beautiful voice!

[@EllieRose-pe7mu]

I always marvel at how Katie's fiddle seems like a part of her - so beautiful, and this is extraordinary! Ladies, you all sound so wonderful!

[@nealguentzel2458]

This is so beautiful and inspirational. A genuinely great job singing by the three lovely Petersen's sisters Julianne, Ellen and Katie, with Julianne in the lead, along with some real magic from Katie's Fiddle! You have to listen to this as it is AMAZING IN EVERY WAY!

[@christinacrow-montano3053]

Absolutely beautiful. I love that you left the blooper at the end!! You're all so amazing and i loved hearing your laughter!! ❤️

[@Sooch694]

Thank you Ladies for that engaging song. Lovely voices and singing together. Katie you can really bring that fiddle to life (in the old churchyard)

[@mgraham_Indiana]

That wa just beautiful and maybe my favorite song you girls have done. Sounded very very Irish as well. Just lovely. I keep replaying it.

[@willy_wombat]

The fifth low string sings sooo beautifull ❤❤. Well done Katie. 😊

[@danielterhorst9995]

Thank you so much 🙏.... That made my day.... God bless you and your beautiful family 😇

[@michaeldaley5831]

Stunning,thank you….London soon,the union chapel is a beautiful venue.

[@Psalm1188]

The Petersen’s never disappoint…I just love you guys🥰

[@BushcraftEurope]

Much love from Croatia, Europe ❤ Since my dad passed away 4 months ago I've been listening to you every night before sleep. Thanks a lot and so lovely seeing you grow closer and better in music!

[@caniwim12]

wonderful, absolutely wonderful, thank you!

[@71Corvette454]

So beautiful! Thank you for sharing your faith with us!

[@MARTINI35754]

Your dresses are so beautiful. and I am happy to see the sisters singing together. With Down the river this is only the second time.

[@pocopico7409]

Y’all are such sweet and beautiful people. Thanks for being such great examples. 😊

[@dobbinthe]

Beautiful... and Gabriels trumpet blasting as he drove past was hilarious...

[@beauxjardins]

This is so beautiful! And those harmonies …… !!!!

[@Gilbert0Jimenez]

Great! Love the arrangement!

[@eugeneclark8974]

You 3 Angels are making me become a believer with your lovely songs and music .

[@ralf547]

Beautifully done.

[@Waldlaeufer70]

"Old Gabriel's Trumpet" in the credits is a little "over the top"... ;) A wonderful song that you sang magnificently with an "Irish touch". Also wonderful to hear just you three sisters. Katie, I admire how you can sing to the violin, and then without the intonation suffering. The "flat" note at the end of the fiddle solo is surprising, but great! Thank you!

[@jeffdetmer4681]

Somehow I blame Matt for the train. Seriously ladies, that was so beautiful. So many great treasures among the old folk songs. I love all of the Petersen's Band, but I am always so taken by the sound of the three of you. Whatever the blend of instruments. The glorious sound of your voices blending is simply awesome. Thank you all for the gift of another video. Hope you all are having a great summer. Stay safe and well!

[@Racerman27410]

Absolutely stunning intonation and harmonies! I always enjoy hearing you ladies sing. Well done!

[@CS-bz1tj]

I'm loving the Irish vibes I'm getting from this song. Thanks for sharing!

[@izardlaurent6809]

4 tickets purchased for the show on August 19th in Paris. We cancelled our holidays to see you and we are very happy about it.