VOCES8: Goin' Home by Antonin Dvorak

VOCES8 sings Goin' Home by Antonin Dvorak, arranged by Jim Clements in the Nikolai Kirche in Plön, Germany.
TEXT
English source: William Arms Fisher
Goin' home, goin' home,
I'm a goin' home;
Quiet like, some still day,
I'm just goin' home.
It's not far, just close by,
Through an open door;
Work all done, care laid by,
goin' to fear no more.
Mother's there 'specting me,
Father's waiting too;
Lots of folk gathered there,
All the friends I knew.
Nothin' lost, all's gain,
No more fret nor pain,
No more stumblin' on the way,
No more longin' for the day,
Goin' to roam no more!
Mornin' star lights the way,
Restless dreams all done;
Shadows gone, break o'day,
Real life just begun.
There's no break, there's no end,
Just a livin' on;
Wide awake, with a smile
Goin' on and on.
Goin' home, goin' home,
I'm just goin' home.
It's not far, just close by,
Through an open door;
I'm just goin' home.
Goin' home.

[@thehomespunwife]

Is this even real? It seems too celestial for the current state of earth. Thank you, VOCES8. ♥

[@marjoryjeansommerville3537]

Profoundly eloquent! I thought I had entered heaven when I heard Voices8 about a month ago as well. To watch Eric Whitacre direct his heavenly piece called Sing Gently opened the door for me. You and Eric's showing us your beauty have given me hope in a broken world, as COVID strikes again! Your voices carry me into the arms of the compassion of God! Be well.

[@holdeenyo8914]

i adore Eric Whitacre, he's actually doing a week long residency at my college in the spring. I cannot wait to work with him] @@marjoryjeansommerville3537

[@staffanolofsson8201]

Remember, we are made of stardust.

[@graceg.105]

Loved your comment. Exactly my thoughts.

[@jandamskier6510]

Are you USan?

[@couragecoachsam]

My dad sang this at his grandmother’s funeral. I know I’ll sing it at his one day. And I hope someone will sing me home at my own.

[@jbarrer2196]

I just heard Voces8 last night in concert near DC (11/5/23). I was afraid that in person they might not sound as good as they do in recorded sessions. But, I am happy to say that they are more impressive in live performance. Even though they must have been tired after their USA tour, as this was their last stop, they stayed around afterwards and were (seemingly) happy to sign autographs and chat a bit. What a talented and delightful group.

[@herbertwackerlin6174]

Absolutely right, also my experience with their live performances 🥰 They just always sound impeccable and TOUCHING 🥹

[@seagrave7336]

Where did the perform?

[@cathyc9591]

@@seagrave7336 At a tiny church (Grace Episcopal Church) in the tiny town of The Plains, Virginia.

[@cathyc9591]

We were there too! It was wonderful, and without a large acoustical space to really enhance their sound, that was really impressive they still had such an impeccable blend, like an organ. The two trains rolling through town within minutes of each other thankfully didn’t ruin any of their pieces, whew! Added a comical element to the show, they pulled it off and kept their composure so well!

[@chrst7346]

I’ve attended several concerts of them - btw as well with several trains just passing by right before the hall‘s windows. Always splendid! I do tend to think that one of their success mysteries lies in the following : They do what they absolutely love to do and further more are able to deliver in quite extraordinary quality… so giving concerts, connect to each other musically and connect to people appreciating their doings is just the thing they want to do. -> In the end, I do belief that for them making music and giving concerts just is not „going to work“, but being blessed to get high on endorphines and adrenaline every other night, getting in the flow and having the best of possible times. that‘s what the attending public will absolutely feel at any of their concerts

[@stephenjablonsky1941]

In a world filled with darkness and cruelty there are these eight beautiful voices bringing joy to the world. Dvorak and I loved it.

[@akanda50]

Transcendent rendition of this classic. Bravissimo! Being a good ways into my eighth decade, I'm finding that it's easier to 'go home' for a while, by just resting as awareness.. Thank you Dearhearts of Voces8!

[@DrMusicStarr]

❤ yes, resting as Awareness. Grateful im learning

[@jenniferfanuzzi7895]

Angels on Earth ❤

[@r.f.thompson4955]

Yes! This only comes with age…

[@dragon_ways]

I was just doing that....

[@peterszilagyi9983]

Going Home is much better than death. It is something to look forward to, rather than being afraid of.

[@leighlowe7131]

This is without doubt the most beautiful performance of Goin’ Home I’ve ever heard. Dvorak would be so proud of you all. Thank you!

[@martinajones7537]

Dad passed away last week. He's gone home to my mother, his darling Annie! 💜

[@irishrosa6115]

💕💜💕

[@zack-cs]

sorry for your loss

[@Oem75]

They are together again 🙏

[@closmartins]

May rest in peace.

[@martinajones7537]

I sang this piece many times over the years, at Requiem Masses chorally and solo. I think it was a lovely message from him this evening that this piece came up. Voces 8 as usual singing it incredibly well indeed. We'll done to them.

[@CaresinVerse]

Sometimes it seems surreal that such a choir as VOCES8 could be. I am always mesmerized by their voices, both in solos and in harmony. And this piece was simply breathtaking. Bravo, as always, VOCES8🎶.

[@TheONETITWONDER]

My dad's favourite. He said it reminded him of all his soldier mates who were killed in ww2. They were going home. Miss you, dad ❤

[@brucekuehn4031]

There’s a famous Life magazine photo of a black Navy CPO playing accordion to this tune as tears streamed down his face when FDR’s casket left Warm Springs in April, 1945.

[@Eric-hf9zb]

Thank you @brucekuehn4031. I will definitely have to take a long look at that photo. Do you happen to know what issue, year of Life magazine?

[@Eric-hf9zb]

​@@brucekuehn4031Thank you @brucekuehn4031. I will definitely have to take a long look at that photo. Do you happen to know what issue, year of Life magazine?

[@ingerlander]

Your poor dad must have emptied his tear bags with those memories

[@angelalewis3645]

❤❤❤

[@rodrumble6202]

The uniqueness of each human voice gets me! Mollie then Andrea each different, each perfect. A precious gift for these days.

[@wallyreeve3690]

Amidst all the gloom that surrounds us we find there is hope and joy. The glory of the human voice comes through and refreshes our souls

[@lulublasz]

I remembered my father, who went home on 2022 June 6th... Edit 2024 May 5th: And the "KZbin" gave me this music again now, 3h15 AM.

[@walleyewinder23]

I am at a COMPLETE loss of words. I am sitting here in TEARS. FANTASTIC performance!

[@user-pp9fl3jf3d]

"Going Home" has burrowed itself into my heart since hearing it in the movie "Paradise Road ", starring Glen Close. My husband and I play it each night before closing our eyes for sleep. And then, I discovered VOCES 8... which we also play each night ...imagine my joy just now, hearing my very favorite group singing..."Going Home!" Thank you, VOCES 8!

[@irishrosa6115]

Sang this in a choir once , the emotions all came back while listening. Thank you!

[@confusios1654]

Our parish recently lost a 101 year old lady who ran every event for decades. I’ve been going to this parish for only 2 months and I’ve only spoken to her once. But her passing has affected me so much. Thank you for assuring me that she’s gone home and that she’s close by.

[@stuartmack7658]

I've always loved this music from Dvorak's New World Symphony...who doesn't ? But this is the first time I've ever heard it vocalised as a choral piece. Simply amazing as always, VOCES8.

[@michaeltutty1540]

The Symphony From The New World is amazing start to finish. This a cappella rendition is phenomenal.

[@angelalewis3645]

Same. Yes!

[@MrGumby385]

Yes! I LOVE that it’s a vocal rendering of (part of) the symphony, not just an arrangement of the spiritual.

[@fairyhaven12]

Check out the version sung by Libera, a British boy choir

[@robertwolz478]

Floating harmonies, angelic voices, lots of emphasis - that's the unrivalled ensemble Voces8! I love it!❤

[@oldguydoesstuff120]

I first learned this song as part of a handbell choir when I was in middle school. I've always loved it since then. This acapella arrangement is lovely and the performance - spectacular as is usual for you!

[@avogrid296]

AH, the harmonies from 1:40 to 1:50 are so heavenly. Tears and chills. Thank you, Voces 8!

[@HereXEG]

Sounds like the 7th is out just a tad. Then brings it in just at the 1:51. Not that I could do better, but...

[@avogrid296]

I get what you're saying -- maybe the slight correction makes it even more satisfying! @@HereXEG

[@HereXEG]

@@avogrid296 I'll have to start applying that theory to my music!! 😂

[@MrGumby385]

Yes, my favorite section!

[@MrLanzafan]

Ich kannte diesen Satz bisher nur aus der 9. Sinfonie von Dvorak. So etwas Phantastisches habe ich noch nie in einer A-Capella Version gehört. Thank you for your solo Molly, and thank you Voces8 ! 🥰

[@staffanolofsson8201]

From Dvoraks 9:th Symphonie. So simple and beautiful arrangment, sung by eight angels!

[@abagatelle]

They definitely do seem to float above the surface of the earth, defying gravity with their incredibly beautiful music. A joy to listen to.

[@cathryncortissoz4575]

I agree wholeheartedly with the many beautiful comments and find this group a sacred practice in my day. Thank you!

[@Silkari]

Still haven't listened to the whole thing, keep repeating the beautiful "oh-oh-oh" the bari passes to the tenor 🙈, then that crisp bright chord. Can't wait for the rest. Excellent arrangements as always. 🤩

[@cestmirvaner1027]

Děkuji za nádherné provedení skladby od jednoho z našich nejlepších hudebních skladatelů Antonína Dvořáka! Pozdrav z České republiky!

[@eliskatesarova3104]

❤

[@AccendoWorld]

New World Symphony is my absolute favorite composition ever created. Who better to sing it - each one of your voices are examples of heavenly perfection.

[@pipertripp]

Piped this tune at my gran's funeral. It's such a simple tune, but always a joy to play.

[@mesinfau6292]

Voices8 dans toute sa splendeur, qui n'est jamais ostentatoire, aucun effet inutile, juste une pureté dont la (apparente!!!) simplicité touche au plus profond du coeur.

[@pensardosveces]

The bass singer at the end is amazing!! Actually all incredible singers!!

[@robertgardiner175]

I've just arrived at my 8th decade and only recently come across Voices 8 . I thought Their Elgar edition of Nimrod could not be matched in excellence but I accept their Going home up holds their brilliance ! Thank you ,one of these is going to be heard at my passing.

[@janakorbelova1826]

Largo from New world Symphony, last Dvorak symphony, even though written and firstly done in USA, performs the composer' s love to our beautiful country. I think that his first thoughts sounded heavenly like this.

[@musicalme27]

Dvorak was quite prescient; BRING THEM HOME!😢😢😢😢

[@Springy49]

Super!!

[@user-il5oq5df6l]

A touchjng arrangement and performance that would be suitable for a future memorial concert honoring the great Maestra Patricia Burda Janeckova.

[@HenaSolo]

О, как это прекрасно! Эти голоса сливаются в одну волну чистого прохладного воздуха!

[@kathleenemerson5248]

Lovely to hear Mollys voice solo. Gorgeous. And very different than her soprano mate!

[@mcgitarz]

Stunning in its simple perfection…as always with this fantabulous group.

[@stevenpoe640]

I want this at my funeral.

[@originunknown3209]

Truly outstanding, there are a handful of compositions that are not of this planet!!!! 😌😌😌😌😌😌

[@racheleskanazi4459]

The last chord was pure magic !!!❤

[@waltsmith9583]

Oh My. Such beautiful lyrics performed by VOCES8 to touch the soul. Thank you.

[@TheREALiizak]

Having been lucky to make the experience myself, singing in several ensembles of different sizes, I can say, that what you can really feel when hearing such a brilliant octet is that „neural cloud“ in which they are (and have to be!) when performing! It’s a truly deep reaching, intimate experience, that makes clear, why music - and especially singing - has the power to heal!! With hugely respect and heartfelted regards from Wiesbaden/🇩🇪 Martin

[@user-jp7kx9qv1m]

Wundervoll, diese neue Aufnahme! Vor ca. 4 Wochen habe ich diese acht Juwelen des Chorgesangs für mich entdeckt und kann es kaum verstehen, dass dieser außergewöhnliche Musikgenuss so lange an mir vorbeigehen konnte. Verzaubert von der Reinheit Ihrer Stimmen und der kraftvollen Fülle des Klanges bedauere ich es so sehr, bisher für keines Ihrer Konzerte in Deutschland oder in den für mich zugänglichen Nachbarländern Karten bekommen zu können. Verzaubern Sie uns bitte weiter!

[@stephandippon9973]

Am 19.11.2023, 18:00 Uhr, Theaterhaus Stuttgart. Es gibt noch ein paar Karten. Habe eben nachgesehen.

[@herminelorang8068]

Ich bin seit mehr als drei Jahren ein Fan dieses Ensembles. Durfte sie schon mehrfach live hören und sehen. Immer wieder ein Erlebnis. Die Sänger standen im Anschluss des Konzertes persönlich für Gespräche und Autogramme zur Verfügung, mit außergewöhnlicher Freundlichkeit. Ich bin auch in Stuttgart wieder dabei. Eine Freude!!

[@stephandippon9973]

​@@herminelorang8068Dann sehen wir uns im Stuttgart in der "voces8-Commumity". Wünsche gute Anreise!

[@user-jp7kx9qv1m]

Danke für den Tipp, Stefan, dir und auch Hermine ein besonders schönes Konzert in Stuttgart. M

[@stephandippon9973]

@@user-jp7kx9qv1m Dankeschön!

[@sukfonglaw6706]

Soul comforting indeed

[@cakemartyr5794]

Fabulous harmonies. It also looks like they enjoy themselves. Nice looking German town too.

[@seangage9088]

There aro no words that can adequately describe just how beautiful and restful this is......

[@romesoldier9548]

So beautiful

[@lindarobb3868]

I WANT THIS PLAYED AT MY FUNERAL!

[@georgmeister2359]

Superklare Stimmen in fantastischer Abstimmung....

[@user-ps2uc5cz6p]

Saw them in concert -- their music is very celestial. They sing many types of music and they are good at all of them!

[@2004newlife]

pure angelic!

[@didisinclair3605]

Exquisite.

[@robstuder4447]

The recording and presentation of this classic by VOCES8 is awe inspiring and gives this humble yet powerful song the exposure it truly deserves. Bravo VOCES8 for your undertaking. A masterpiece for all who listen and appreciate the power and subtleties of this song/hymn. . Lyrics by William Arms Fisher, a student of Anton Dvorak. The melody is the Largo portion of Dvorak's New World Symphony #9, and has been used frequently at funerals and other solemn events. Goin' Home (1922) Goin' home, goin' home, I'm a goin' home; Quiet-like, some still day, I'm jes' goin' home. It's not far, jes' close by, Through an open door; Work all done, care laid by, Goin' to fear no more. Mother's there 'spectin' me, Father's waitin' too; Lots o' folk gather'd there, All the friends I knew, All the friends I knew. Home, I'm goin' home! Nothin lost, all's gain, No more fret nor pain, No more stumblin' on the way, No more longin' for the day, Goin' to roam no more! Mornin' star lights the way, Res'less dream all done; Shadows gone, break o' day, Real life jes' begun. There's no break, there's no end, Jes' a livin' on; Wide awake, with a smile Goin' on and on. Goin' home, goin' home, I'm jes' goin' home, goin' home, goin' home, goin' home!

[@DavidKolde]

There are no words to describe this group. Heard them live in Naples FL last year. Never have I heard such vocal perfection.

[@ilkapatten-onetrilogybooks4024]

Stunning. Thank you.

[@stephanbuchner639]

Ich bin so froh, dass es Euch gibt! In diesen oft düsteren Tagen seid ihr die Hoffnung bringende Sonne am Horizont

[@anjemacinema9428]

So lovely. Thank you, VOCES8!

[@francineash496]

This is just utterly sublime! Thank you VOCES8 ❤👏

[@lenaN5k8Q9]

Absolutely wonderful🙏thank you

[@JohnGMeadows]

Blown away! I'm speechless!

[@josefkastner8698]

Wonderful as always. Thx

[@briansokoloff2434]

Wow! Thank you.

[@Mark-xv5lb]

Just listened to VOCES8 Fauré Requiem & then this came up as a selection. Two wonderful performances. Thank you.

[@nancyrevzen7798]

as always, simply unbelievable

[@colyson]

Wonderful. pleased to see the boys have found a decent tailor at last

[@NeilGastonguay]

Absolutely lovely.

[@kaziiqbal7257]

YES I LOVE THIS SONG SO MUCH

[@simonehadchitykanngiesser297]

What a joy to listen to these angelic voices. So very soothing amongst the tragedies of today's universe

[@togy1212]

Amazing! Thank you!

[@hueywallop2461]

I'd never listened to these lyrics carefully before. So I hadn't realized that this is a song about dying and the acceptance of death. '...all the friends I knew.'

[@cajsheen2594]

Beautiful! Thankyou ❤ XXX

[@ChristopherHarle41048]

Heavenly. Thank you.

[@marcelogaibiso9191]

Maravilloso ❤... Gracias VOCES8

[@ombelinedescolonges8891]

Absolutely marvelous. Thank you so much

[@stephandippon9973]

This is like a light, out of the better world, where I want to stay, when my time has come.

[@grahamrankin]

Perfection ! Impossible ! Totally stunning ! The tears are flowing......... Thank you so much.

[@cherylpearce3380]

Absolutely beautiful, so tenderly sung . Perfect. Thank you.❤

[@rjmorgan2]

So beautiful! ❤

[@lekat525]

So special. Such control. A hug for each of you. 💜

[@anjavanos5157]

Omg....so so beautiful........♥️🧡💛

[@muckybobbies]

That has to be one of the saddest, yet greatest sounds of all. Thank you.

[@strigoviro5785]

I had tears streaming down my face by the end of this piece. MAGNIFICENT!

[@DanStedingMrCowMusic]

So beautiful- I’m very grateful to you for sharing these timeless gems.🎶👍❤️🙏

[@heatherwhitfield977]

Seldom have I been so moved. It really touched me. Thank you. Truly.

[@danieburger2723]

Pure bliss 🌷⚘🌷❗

[@hpwwerkhuelz4624]

DANKE, so schön und kraftvoll

[@gustavosalcedo3092]

Divine beauty! Almost unreal... Bravo Voces 8!!!

[@gerhardflink5599]

Wunderbar vorgetragen. 😊❤Dank für die Aufnahme.

[@ohmy5650]

You guys are too good to get used to your level & not feel stunned anymore. Thank you from my heart.

[@timothymalone7067]

So lovely!! Thank you for sharing the gift of your music

[@bjorn47140]

Woah that was one of the most beautiful and incredibly moving pieces of music that I have listened to

[@OrmondOtvos]

Eerie resonances and harmonies! Superb musicians.

[@anjelakewell9671]

So very beautiful. As always. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@Peragere]

I just love you guys and gals... heavenly. Thanks for the gifts you give us.

[@CorporateQueen]

This is beautiful.

[@danahberry]

Absolutely beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing your gifts. The University of North Texas students and staff loved hosting you all last Thursday!

[@blackmaleb]

Das ist einfach unglaublich!

[@HereXEG]

All we are is all we are!

[@user-ru4sq6dd1k]

Lucky enough to see them live at Weber Hall, College of St Scholastica, Duluth, MN. Simply breathtaking. Amazing what 8 voices can produce.