Friday, August 16, 2013

Friday Slowdown

This is an old Shaker hymn that is featured in Aaron Copeland's Appalachian Spring. It has always been one of my favorites, so I hope that you will humor me and at the same time, receive a blessing by listening.
I have embedded two videos here: the first will give you the essence of the song, a capella by a men's group, so that you can hear the lyrics and reflect on those words. The second is sung by children in period costumes, amidst the simplicity of a Shaker homestead - their sweet voices truly offer an offering to God as they sing of the "simple gifts."

Enjoy.



3 comments:

  1. I've always loved this hymn. I hum it often, but need to learn the words.

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  2. Both hymns were quite beautiful. Love to see the smiling faces of those singing it.

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  3. This tune, I think, is put to the words of "Lord of the Dance"! These words are much much better! :) have a blessed weekend! Caro x

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