What Child is This - The Petersens (LIVE)

It's the best time of the year! This Christmas song, "What Child is This," is sung by our "adopted" (not really) brother Emmett Franz. As you might have noticed in other videos, Emmett is an incredibly talented dobro player. He is also an amazing vocalist and played music for several years with his family, the Franz Family. And as always, videography was done by our dear friend, Aaron Clark!
Fun fact: This carol was written in 1865, and five years later set to the tune of "Greensleeves."
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►This video:
Lead vocal and dobro: Emmett Franz
Harmony vocal: ‪@EllenHaygood‬
Harmony vocal and fiddle: ‪@katiepetersen‬
Guitar: Matt Petersen ‪@mattpetersen4000‬
Bass: Karen Petersen
Mandolin: ‪@JuliannePetersen‬
Key moments:
0:01 dobro
0:06 mandolin
0:55 instrumental
2:12 a cappella
Location: Lone Star Church, Taney County, Missouri
This 100 year old church and surrounding property has actually been used to film two movies - Winter's Bone (2010) and a Baldknobbers movie.
Turn on captions (CC) to see the lyrics on screen.
Special thanks to Troy Dixon for helping us with audio and Aaron Clark for the videography.
Microphones by Ear Trumpet Labs: www.eartrumpetlabs.com
►LYRICS - What Child is This
What Child is this, who laid to rest
On Mary's lap is sleeping?
Whom angels greet with anthems sweet
While shepherds watch are keeping
This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring Him laud
The Babe, the son of Mary
So bring Him incense, gold and myrrh
Come peasant, king to own Him
The King of kings salvation brings
Let loving hearts enthrone Him
Raise, raise a song on high
The Virgin sings her lullaby
Joy, joy for Christ is born
The Babe, the son of Mary
This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring Him laud
The Babe, the son of Mary
Nails, spear shall pierce Him through
The cross he bore for me, for you
Hail, hail the Word made flesh
The Babe, the son of Mary
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We celebrate American roots music with family values, and perform full time in Branson, Missouri in the USA. The band consists of four siblings, Katie, Ellen, Matt, and Julianne, our mom Karen, and good friend Emmett Franz. Learn more about our family on our website petersenband.com
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[@Liz.Newton]

*LYRICS - What Child is This* ------------ What Child is this who laid to rest On Mary's lap is sleeping Whom angels greet with anthems sweet While shepherds watch are keeping This, this is Christ the King Whom shepherds guard and angels sing Haste, haste to bring Him laud The Babe, the son of Mary So bring Him incense, gold and myrrh Come peasant, King to own Him The King of Kings salvation brings Let loving hearts enthrone Him Raise, raise a song on high The virgin sings her lullaby Joy, joy for Christ is born The Babe, the son of Mary This, this is Christ the King Whom shepherds guard and angels sing Haste, haste to bring Him laud The Babe, the son of Mary Nails, spear, shall pierce Him through The cross he bore for me, for you Hail, hail the Word made flesh The Babe, the son of Mary Album: Christmas with the Petersens

[@mariacarmen3667]

Gracias

[@RobertKliethermes]

Thank you

[@Sooch694]

Hi Liz and thank you so much! This is truly one of my favorite songs. Blows me away.

[@goodlife388]

Is it similar with song "Greensleeves"?, I thought the melody was like Greensleeves that l listened from Richard Clayderman music

[@Liz.Newton]

@@goodlife388 Yes, it uses the same tune :)

[@maxthinker6687]

To all of you who want to be big music stars, watch these kids very carefully and learn. There is NO auto-tune, no big amps, no dancers, no smoke, no crazy stage lights. There IS a lot of practice, good arrangements, masters of their instruments (both wooden and voice), honest pleasure, and an abundance of talent. Kudos to mom & dad. Ya done good!

[@Sooch694]

Well said, Max Thinker. One year later and that sweet talent just keeps blossoming. Happy New Year to you and your loved ones. Ellen still gives me chills when she blows you away like she does. Crazy powerful

[@maxponsetis1948]

you stole those words from my mind bless brooo

[@wallacejeffery5786]

Totally agree

[@wallacejeffery5786]

Amen

[@charlesmcclain4889]

Wish I could like this over and over. you hit the nail on the head.

[@cablepirate9106]

And finally, Emmett steps out of the background. Nice job sir. Nice job everybody.

[@andrescarrasco2384]

And thats how its done. No smoke and mirrors and gimmicks, just pure love for the music. Quit the games and practice your instrument. Spread JOY and Peace.

[@brentf777]

I love this version. Emmett's lead vocals with Katie and Ellen's backing harmonies are perfect.

[@jeffreyjacobs390]

Good Lord - I just love traditional music by these wonderfully talented folk .... even more intense is their Hymns and song honoring the Lord ! Thank you for your gifts you share with us all. GBjj

[@daveydouglas8145]

Christmas tunes in August at 5AM. Perfect!

[@surviainen6979]

Look how enthuastistically Ellen sings! You don't see such things too often.

[@FrankvdMuijsenberg]

So true. She sings with her whole body. They may joke about it themselves, but it's a wonderful thing to see. Such enjoyment and dedication.

[@TennRides]

Yep, sounds just as good the tenth time I've listened to it. What a talented lot they all are, thank God for them.

[@timeisart1320]

on my 100th viewing... timeless

[@dmwilson34]

Amen!!

[@neilritchey7200]

My assumption that Emmet wasn't a singer was just proven wrong. Beautiful!!

[@BuckeBoo]

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[@dereklupton5259]

Breathtakingly beautiful.

[@theresap3467]

🌟🌟🌟

[@billbindl9713]

At 1:15 Emmett and Ellen rocked it. Truly impressive. Great voice Emmett!

[@jeffreydcarl]

I agree. And at 2:14, they all three brought it home. Both moments were almost too much for me.

[@josephtherrien879]

@@jeffreydcarl At 1:05 when Emmett says GOLDEN, it vibrates my speakers. love it!

[@theresap3467]

Every time I hear that section, I am spellbound! ✨✨

[@JasonBorn89]

​@@josephtherrien879Gold and Mere

[@happytime2781]

The moment when Emmet started singing Katie's and Ellen's immediately showed a pure joy of listening to him. Music of the Petersens Family is heavenly but what I found most charming is the way each member of group support others. Watching their faces blazing with joy is enought to keep me pinned :)

[@charlesmcclain4889]

You stated that so well. Unselfishness, talent, work ethic.

[@meanchiefjones]

The best harmonies I've ever heard.

[@pressedearth9492]

Man I just love this family and all the goodness they stand for and sing about.

[@faustovignale5861]

many singers try to amaze the audience with sets and special effects, while you just need your voice, music and your presence....

[@evgenyvorobyev3577]

I want to hear him more often. very talented

[@steveandgailpeachey6833]

This is the most beautiful rendition of this song I’ve ever heard. Emmett your voice and your humility…just wonderful! Ellen and Katie and family, I’m in awe of your God given gifts and joy-filled humble sharing of those gifts ❤️ Blessings!!!

[@lennon13656ps]

every time I hear and watch this song....................chills, chills, chills, what vocal parts, absolutely outstanding

[@An_Drea_Calling]

My favourite version.

[@dixielady725]

Such a touching rendition of this song. God bless these young people and their hearts.

[@qed456]

The is a perfect tune that raises goosepimples in me whoever sings it but I am literally shivering and tingling with this version by this blessed family

[@MarinaLaduda]

Listening to this in July is just as satisfying as in December. My favorite version available on KZbin, thank you 🎉

[@vivianwilson1271]

A LIVELY AND JOYFUL RENDITION OF PRAISE, HOPE, LOVE!!! A LOVELY AND SUBLIME EXPRESSION OF GLORIOUS FAITH!!!V.W.

[@BG-gg9pl]

Thank you. It was good for my heart.

[@Tonetwisters]

This group just keeps amazing me with their talent and emotion. FIVE singers who are absolutely perfectly on key and who sing with great feeling. Wonderful.

[@richp1821]

Throughout everything going wrong in the world today, it's nice to see beautiful talented christian families like this one bringing people back down to earth and closer to the wonderful things life has to offer us. Wonderful job.

[@glennericksenmusic]

Absolutely gorgeous! Emmett is truly a gifted singer and dobro player. The 'a cappella' singing at the end of this video is just stunning.

[@christawilson2122]

Glenn Ericksen there is not an untalented singer amongst either family.

[@glennericksenmusic]

@@christawilson2122 Emmett Franz is super talented. He comes from a very talented family that had a band called 'The Franz Family'. Here they are singing 'Wayfaring Stranger'. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6LGqnajesuDhMU

[@lisabolo26]

I like his voice

[@christianwallgren1687]

The harmony singing in this beautiful song is gorgeous!

[@user-gf3ro5ts4m]

Earlier in the USSR, Baptist churches also sang this song. Christmas in Russian sounds "Rojdestvo", it means "birth." Nice to listen to you.

[@michaelwarner3890]

Still my favorite

[@JeffMeadowsOutdoors]

Beautiful rendition of my favorite carol. 👍👍

[@sexydork6998]

2022 this is Simply BEAUTIFUL 😍 ❤

[@gracebridgman1914]

I feel like the bass player is just chilling doing her thing, and is low-key the coolest part of the group

[@RonRay]

I've always loved this song... I now love it MORE.

[@charlesmcclain4889]

You guys are amazing. Perfect pick for Emmett. You are so professional, so wise in your choices..Instruments, vocalists, settings, the photography, the recording. I’d say you even bring out the best in your audience. Here I am listening to the best in Christmas music, here in Texas, mid July heat.

[@joeohhboy5384]

Actually had a tears come to my eyes!! Absolutely beautiful singing.

[@LarryTaint-qn8pd]

Yea, me too. Merry Christmas my brother.

[@cyrilculton1181]

As I did also, touched my soul. Thank you family. 📖🙏

[@brovatucka]

Thank you guys so much:)

[@markhoffman2132]

Love the harmony

[@theresap3467]

I am amazed by Ellen and Emmett's harmonizing here! 🌟 Perhaps more Emmett and Ellen duets?

[@joycesmith8299]

Just today came across your comment. It had not occurred to me, but then I recalled that GO TELL JOHN is also leads by Ellen and Emmett...also one of my favorites. Hmmm!

[@HarmonyExpressSkoolie]

We're just now discovering the Petersens a year after this was published. Thank you for sharing your joy of singing and service. Your tuning and voice match are stunning. The style in which you all sing is spectacular...each with your own style and voice, but blending perfectly together... Thank you for sharing....

[@jamesduffy6518]

I’m counting on the Petersen’s to save the world

[@SpecialKate8]

Deus Volk besides the one guy (who I think is a family friend), the rest of them are siblings or the mom. I think they are trying to stay as a family act, so not looking to diversify

[@SonOfLiberty1984]

@Deus Volk you're right, not everyone celebrates the same way. These folks happen to song praise to Jesus which does not automatically mean they are excluding or disrespecting anyone else or their beliefs. I thank God I still live in a country where people may sing praise any way they'd like whether they display a cross or a star. Diversity is ALL encompassing... that includes Christians. God bless you and God bless the Petersons.

[@timeisart1320]

i agree . keep making these songs it will change the world

[@euripidesghost2197]

Might just happen.

[@lazulimaroon210]

I’m counting on Jesus Christ to save the world but the spirit of God moves in those who are willing to share the good news!

[@stevenkasper6485]

Sometimes I wish I could do about a hundred thumbs up, but that was just terrific. Emmitt I love your voice and the harmony with the ladies was absolutely inspiring!

[@buckgump1163]

Emmett blew me away with is voice it merges with you all so great

[@sdColonia]

Очень красиво ❤ Прекрасная гармония голосов, когда Еллен, Эммет и Кэти поют хором.

[@ruezi12]

Such a beautiful song👍👍👍

[@drftsnvk]

Nice job, Emmett. All of you are SO amazing! I sure miss y'all . . .

[@adamuppinghouse226]

Wow, how beautiful! I love how they are all smiling.

[@mikeymike9118]

Emmet, you have a wonderful voice brother. The song was about as lovely and moving as any song can be. Bravo to you all!

[@stevecisco2175]

I felt the spirit the moment Emmet started singing. And Katie and Ellen added the cherry to top it all off. Wonderful. Thank you Petersens for this precious gift at this time of year. Terrific voice Emmet.

[@doug7313]

So Spiritually sweet!

[@carstenaltvater]

Goosebumps, what can I say .....

[@auntmemeintennessee8033]

OMGOSH Emmett has an awesome voice!👏👏👏

[@Chamaeleon-uw4di]

Ladys and gentlemen, this is how worship should be. Thanks for this beautifull rendition.

[@BrandonChengyolostudios]

Lovely!!!!

[@jimmyruger7529]

Wow , who knew he had vocals of that nature, Beautiful tribute to our Lords Birthday ! I cried agin

[@glennericksenmusic]

Yes, I agree. ......Emmett also sings the lead on this song too "All My Tears". It is on the Petersen's latest album "Homesick For A Country". Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2rQpqF-Z6yppNE

[@LarryTaint-qn8pd]

I can't seem to stop tearing up. It stirred something in me for sure.

[@sjfarish]

You know I have listened to this beautiful song and all the songs they have done so many times I have lost count. This Petersons and Emmett Franz are just incredible. WOW what a gift from God they all have.

[@DixieTony-78]

Stunning Emmet’s voice 😘 And beautiful harmonies 🤗❤️ Merry Christmas to you all from Paris France 😘🙏

[@user-dw6iy5qf8f]

Great！Great！！Great！！！👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@mostafahafizi7174]

You do not know how you made me feel in this music

[@MajorRoadAhead]

I love the sound of the dobro, and the dobro guy sung some great harmonies in that song. And now I know his name at long last, Emmett Franz. It's up there in "About The Petersens."

[@irmenkop85]

Besides the instrumental skills of each member of this family it is at least equally astonishing that every single one of them is an excellent vocalist as well. Congrats and keep s(w)inging!

[@randall-king]

This performance was amazing!

[@slyfish]

Good Lord how beautiful is this. I just found these guys. I am floored !!!!!!!

[@sorenpx]

I just found them tonight. I am also floored. Just amazing.

[@trailtrs1]

One of the best versions I’ve heard in my 66 years

[@bericivers]

Check it out, Emmet sings! Of course he didn't have a chance holding out forever with such God blessed talent around him. What a song to open up with! Thank you from Myrtle Creek, Oregon

[@mando_and_co]

C'est juste magnifique... ou magique..merci...ça fait trop du bien de vous écouter...

[@williehannon9306]

Mr Franz I salute thee. Thank you.

[@Vapch]

Wonderfull, I´ve gotta goosebumps...

[@mvcx009]

I can't tell how much I love this group, thanks guys

[@mariodorado2680]

WOW! Incredible!!!

[@MaiRaven3]

The quiet handsome one, finally hear your voice,...very beautifully sung.

[@gaelmuller2463]

What a beautiful song for Christmas, only two weeks before the date, just like perfect!

[@andyclark3530]

My goodness! Emmett's voice gives this a grittiness and realness that brings out the seriousness of the song. Love this!

[@nicholasm.9270]

Almost Christmas season again and still loving this performance! Truly heartfelt.

[@bdm5858]

...BEAUTIFUL!!!...

[@alejandrofernandezdiez856]

I've never liked Christmas carols too much, but this is simply beautiful. I specially liked the smiles, I can see they truly enjoyed playing and singing this song 😍 Praise to the Lord!

[@tilochristen637]

No matter what the Petersens sing it's excellent and their wonderful music gets under my skin. You all are a musical gift for all mankind!

[@gregphillips6707]

My Gosh....Emmett...what a blessing you are! I don't think I'm alone in stating that you have brought the last piece to the Petereson's puzzle. Your rendition absolutey brought me to my knees in tears. Thank you so very much...all of you. God bless you very richly. Greg

[@TheSanktuar]

So Emmett have another huge potential and talent, another than the dobro :). Glad to see that. U all look and sound just fantastic (and Julianne's smile is just..from heaven 🥰 )

[@armoroflight3455]

Great performance! This is what people mean when they talk about evangelization through beauty. The good, the beautiful, and the true all flow from God. Thank you for using your gifts in this way!

[@glennericksenmusic]

I agree. And this song has the whole Gospel in it. All the way from the manger to the cross! It is now going out around the world.

[@culturedpurl4470]

Lovely thought to have, evangelization through beauty, ,,,and their beauty shows in their music, their faces and all surrounding them! I truly enjoy listening to this song,,,,, was a blessing to my soul.

[@sgtd4260]

How anyone could give this a thumbs down, is beyond me.....Heartless ppl out there, SAD

[@dannyvz2738]

Glad to see and hear Emmett singing. Beautiful version.

[@timothykelley380]

Wow! I can watch this video over and over and it never gets old.

[@orage_cc3971]

In your family you all have beautiful, amazing voices.

[@raggeb74]

Love Julianne's smile. And her voice (when she sings).

[@luvstruck2733]

I know it was done last year, but this is done beautifully to last throughout the years.

[@monetry]

would love to see these guys in New Zealand

[@user-sb4sf5cu6n]

Reply,🎶 Petesens are all my joy Your chorus is my delight Petersens are famlles dreams And who but our folk Petersens ! 🎵

[@TheTaweechok]

Lovely family feel warm

[@rontimms8980]

Incredible! Glory to the King of kings. Lord of lords.

[@rontimms8980]

I looks forward to tour version, of Hallelujah, and silent night, and, How great tho art.

[@brianpond5487]

I can tell you I love harmonies, the super group the Eagles of course are my My favorite, this family has just cemented second place.🙏🙏😍😍🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@jazzmansnapon]

Very beautiful , all praise and glory to our Lord and savior. Jesus Christ

[@Giannis_Sarafis]

I wish Merry Christmas to all of you. Nice.

[@scottjonathandinsfriend8688]

“Hail hail the Word made flesh...” this line/harmony/moment overwhelmed me with His powerful presence... wow- y’all are on fire here...

[@lucafay]

And it gets better and better and better and better.......

[@gsheldoncoulson]

The harmonies give me chills!

[@jamescarvey2133]

WOW! Impeccable harmony👋🙏

[@SolvieCapital]

Nice to hear Emmet sing with you all. After being blown away by his dobro playing I admit to searching him/family on youtube and was like DANG, this guy can not just play, but sing & compose music too; and is kinda quiet about it all. Peterson's got an ACE added to their already well dealt hand. Bravo!

[@glennericksenmusic]

And you should hear Emmett sing "All My Tears". It is on the latest Petersen album. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2rQpqF-Z6yppNE

[@ozziejohn571]

Wow! Had no idea the steel man had such good pipes. Beautiful.