This was such a beautiful cover. Just the way that he didn't feel the need to overdo it on the vocal acrobatics that we all know that he's capable of. No, he just took a song that was beautifully simple and performed it perfectly on point. Acrobatics would have taken away from the song, not added to it, and he had the restraint to understand what was called for with this cover. I really respect that.
Is it me or is his voice still getting deeper? This is just beautiful. It was filmed in a room at Pattycake with a borrowed piano which was tuned lower than it should be. But still he more than coped with it.
It is deeper, which is normal for most voices as they age. Placido Domingo went from Tenor to Baritone roles in opera. Tenors and Sopranos have the shortest stage lives and basses the longest. There is another part here, Geoff has been working on his low chest voice so he needs fewer subs.
Shenandoah is a choral standard, from what I can tell. It's something that my daughter sang in her district choral performances pretty much every year from when she started in middle school til graduating high school. It's nice, hearing it from a full chorus, but (as per usual) Geoff transforms this lovely piece of music into something even more delicate and moving. Absolutely gorgeous, but what else would we expect from Geoff?
Shenandoah is one of three songs about America I remember from my days singing folk songs. Geoff has done this one and Country Roads. The other song is This Land is Your Land. I love songs that talk about our beautiful countryside here in America. Geoff is keeping alive many wonderful bass songs but making them his own. Yes, I loved “High and Dry”, too. Amazing range. Thanks for your reaction
I laughed when you said "they". My comment on Geoff's post was that with his reactions to the other characters, it's easy to forget that there is only one of him. And, yes, that was a key change, a lovely key change.
It's fun to see Geoff's voice grow . Specifically his higher voice . In this song and the showman medley his higher register sounds so much better than what it use to . Not to say it wasn't good before but it definitely sounds different now .
I enjoyed seeing your reaction, and I appreciate that you're a part of Geoff's patreon - but waited to post the reaction until after the premier. Very nice!
This is one of my faves to sing when I was young. It's got great Harmony potential. Look up the Shenandoah river in Bentonville, Virginia!!! Being a truck driver have seen a part of the he river, it's beautiful and love to visit the park there one day, without the semi, if course! I've not seen Shenandoah river in Missouri nor KY so I've seen on Google. Good job Geoff and good reaction Big D!!❤️
I didn't know this song until I heard Geoff singing it, and I'm totally impressed! It's like the melody and the words take me thru the Shenandoah River and Valley. Gives me a peaceful feeling about the many changes as we go thru life. You're talking about High & Dry, I believe. Great reaction!
This song was written in the early 1800s and there were a lot of versions around the time of the Civil War. The Shenandoah is a river in Virginia. Geoff's range is nuts. I've said before, he hits notes most singers can only dream of hitting. He is an amazing singer. From what I've heard, a lot of other basses don't sing through the lowest notes, like Geoff.
This song is very much something I know from being in choirs. I've sung it, my dad has sung it, it's just one of those songs that seems to suit a choir. Geoff, being able to practically be a choir unto himself, made a stunning version. I love when he plays the piano and sings, and this one might now be my favorite (which is saying a lot with everything he's done.) It really fits the "oldie but a goodie" sentiment and brings me back a lot of beautiful memories. Glad you enjoyed it!
His voice is so graceful. Tim Foust from Home Free is one of his favorite bass singers and has learned so much in the last few years. I love when other singers work together and not against. Thank you Dennis for your kind and wonderful words. 🙏🏻
I grew up listening to listen to this song by the amazing Tennesse Ernie Ford with my dad and this is one of those that reminds me so much of him. Geoff does such an amazing job on this.
Shenandoah was also a 1965 movie with Jimmy Stewart. One of many great films of it's time. According to Wikipedia... Shenandoah” is an American folk song dating back to the early 19th century and is believed to have originated from French travelers journeying down the Missouri River. It was printed in the April 1876 issue of The New Dominion Monthly in an article titled "Sailor Songs," by Captain Robert Chamblet Adams. Oh Shenandoah” is a lovely song and appeared in the 1965 movie “Shenandoah,” starring Jimmy Stewart. A medley from “How the West Was Won” also includes it. The members of the Western Writers of America chose it as one of the Top 100 Western songs of all time.
This is an old folk song from the late 1800's. People aren't sure if it's about the river or the Native American chief Shenandoah so answers vary. I remember learning this in music class in the 60's
This is an American folksong and there are lots of different takes on the lyrics. Here's a Wiki link for you: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oh_Shenandoah This setting is at PattyCake Productions. The one you're thinking of is High and Dry and it was shot at his house.
One of the most beautiful versions of this song I have heard. The other one that comes to mind was the Mass Choir from the Virginia International Tattoo in 2016.
Geoff's version is great here. This is the smoothest I have heard his voice and I have been listening to him and VoicePlay for about 7 years now. The bass voice does truly mature as you get older. I'm not saying Geoff is old, he is only 41, but if you listen to Geoff in the old VoicePlay videos, you can hear a difference. I mean he was still great back then, but he has gotten a lot more smooth and resonant over the years. As far as the actual song itself, it is a beautiful, wonderful piece. My favorite version is by a group called Chanticleer. They are an all male 12 person acapella group. Even though all male, they sound a lot like a mixed group, because their sopranos and altos are that good. And they only have one bass believe it or not. If you check out their video, their bass was Eric Alatorre. Unfortunately, he is no longer with the group. He was there for nearly 30 years, so you will still find him in most of their videos that pop up. You will recognize him right away. He is the guy with the big mustache. He is another phenomenal bass. He is one of my all time favorite basses. He blends in perfectly with the other 11 guys, which is super hard to do off mic and especially when most of them are higher voice types. So, if you ever get time, check out that version. It will blow your mind and maybe make you shed a tear or two.
It's an old folk tune about a fur trapper who falls in love with a native American's daughter from the Oneida tribe. Had to leave her to ply the river for the fur trade. I learned it in 3rd grade 63 years ago. He also came out with Big Bad John originally written and performed by Jimmy Dean this weekend. The is a video glitch in it that needs to be fixed.
Great reaction brother! This was an old riverman song from the 1800's, there have been dozens of versions over the years. This is without a doubt my favorite song of his, absolutely beautiful. P.s. sorry about your Bama shirt, I'm from Georgia...LOL
It's a folk song from the early 1800's, it's about a fur trader that falls in love with the daughter of Native American chief Shenandoah. This was filmed at Pattycake studios, the song you are thinking of is probably High and Dry.
This is a great historic folk song that I learned over 60 years ago. The odd thing is when people who had seen this early were dropping hints about Geoff's newest release, Shenandoah was the first song I thought of. The Texas Tenor trio performed this beautifully as well. My mom taught American History in HS and this was one of the folk songs she'd play for her students. I often sing this song as drive. It's just a great song for all vocal ranges.
Aight hold up so this one reminds me of the group Chanticleer doing this same song. It’s an all male group of I believe 12(?) including a couple countertenors. They do this song in a room with acoustics that make it one of the most beautiful soul searching songs. If you get the chance look it up man you won’t be disappointed
10:09 You're thinking of his cover of "High and Dry" by Radiohead. I believe you're right, this was all head and chest voice. I don't even think he needed to do any vocal fry.
Very good version and reaction. Peter Hollens has a nice version of Shenandoah (quite old now - from 9 years ago....). From the UK, even I had come across Shenandoah before, it's a lovely song.
Did you look on UA-cam. Looking for Tennessee Ernie Fords version took me to Geoff's 16 tons. Thats how I got hooked on Geoff. Ford's is the standard to beat. Geoff's is different and possibly as good. Sissel Kyrkjbo ain't bad either. This was so easy to find dude. I'm 70 and found it.
DENNIS, CHECK OUT A FELLOW YOU TUBE REACTOR, PETER BARBER, HE HAS MUSIC MONTAGES OF HIM DOING ALL PARTS LIKE GEOFF. CHECK OUT HIS CHANGE ONTHE RISE BY AVI.HE ALSO DOES SOUND OF SILENCE, LEAVE HER JOHNNY SEA SHANTY, BILLIE EILISH'S BAD GUY AND HER, MY FUTURE, RADIOHEADS'S CREEP AND OTHERS
This was such a beautiful cover. Just the way that he didn't feel the need to overdo it on the vocal acrobatics that we all know that he's capable of. No, he just took a song that was beautifully simple and performed it perfectly on point. Acrobatics would have taken away from the song, not added to it, and he had the restraint to understand what was called for with this cover. I really respect that.
We old folks know this song. Tennessee Ernie Ford - Shenandoah.
Is it me or is his voice still getting deeper? This is just beautiful. It was filmed in a room at Pattycake with a borrowed piano which was tuned lower than it should be. But still he more than coped with it.
It is deeper, which is normal for most voices as they age. Placido Domingo went from Tenor to Baritone roles in opera. Tenors and Sopranos have the shortest stage lives and basses the longest.
There is another part here, Geoff has been working on his low chest voice so he needs fewer subs.
I cannot believe you made it through high school & elementary school w/out hearing this song! Classic Americana! But isn't it beautiful? 🥴
Shenandoah is a choral standard, from what I can tell. It's something that my daughter sang in her district choral performances pretty much every year from when she started in middle school til graduating high school. It's nice, hearing it from a full chorus, but (as per usual) Geoff transforms this lovely piece of music into something even more delicate and moving. Absolutely gorgeous, but what else would we expect from Geoff?
Shenandoah is one of three songs about America I remember from my days singing folk songs. Geoff has done this one and Country Roads. The other song is This Land is Your Land. I love songs that talk about our beautiful countryside here in America. Geoff is keeping alive many wonderful bass songs but making them his own. Yes, I loved “High and Dry”, too. Amazing range. Thanks for your reaction
I laughed when you said "they". My comment on Geoff's post was that with his reactions to the other characters, it's easy to forget that there is only one of him. And, yes, that was a key change, a lovely key change.
10:28 it's HIGH AND DRY that's the song,with this song too geoff took a huge turn. As usual love your reaction‼️
I will say I enjoyed the 5 hands moving through the music, the 4 Geoff’s and you😂
The Geoff quartet sounds even better than ever. His arrangement was beautiful ❤️
It's fun to see Geoff's voice grow . Specifically his higher voice . In this song and the showman medley his higher register sounds so much better than what it use to . Not to say it wasn't good before but it definitely sounds different now .
The song is beautiful even without him singing it. He adds so much. You can always trust him to make it his own.
I've been to the Shenandoah Mountains and they are gorgeous!!!!
I enjoyed seeing your reaction, and I appreciate that you're a part of Geoff's patreon - but waited to post the reaction until after the premier. Very nice!
He harmonizes with himselves so perfectly.
So beautiful. This brings a tear to my eye even as it is soothing. Geoff always delivers. The man is a master. Wow!
This is one of my faves to sing when I was young. It's got great Harmony potential. Look up the Shenandoah river in Bentonville, Virginia!!! Being a truck driver have seen a part of the he river, it's beautiful and love to visit the park there one day, without the semi, if course! I've not seen Shenandoah river in Missouri nor KY so I've seen on Google. Good job Geoff and good reaction Big D!!❤️
I didn't know this song until I heard Geoff singing it, and I'm totally impressed! It's like the melody and the words take me thru the Shenandoah River and Valley. Gives me a peaceful feeling about the many changes as we go thru life.
You're talking about High & Dry, I believe.
Great reaction!
The video you're thinking about at the end was "High and Dry - From Radiohead" and it's one of my favorites too. He's voice is angelic
The Geofftet slaying this song. How can anyone not like this song?❤️😊
This song was written in the early 1800s and there were a lot of versions around the time of the Civil War. The Shenandoah is a river in Virginia.
Geoff's range is nuts. I've said before, he hits notes most singers can only dream of hitting. He is an amazing singer. From what I've heard, a lot of other basses don't sing through the lowest notes, like Geoff.
Nice job being ahead of the curve on this one Dennis. Great to see you in the premier. Keep it up 😊
We barbershoppers know this song well. I love singing this song mostly because the Tenor ( the part I sing) carries the melody.
The original version of this song was sung by Tennessee Earnie Ford who was a fantastic baritone/bass. It was first mentioned in 1876.
Tennessee Ernie Ford did this one and Sixteen Tons both. He made me cry with this one.
This song is very much something I know from being in choirs. I've sung it, my dad has sung it, it's just one of those songs that seems to suit a choir. Geoff, being able to practically be a choir unto himself, made a stunning version. I love when he plays the piano and sings, and this one might now be my favorite (which is saying a lot with everything he's done.) It really fits the "oldie but a goodie" sentiment and brings me back a lot of beautiful memories. Glad you enjoyed it!
His voice is so graceful. Tim Foust from Home Free is one of his favorite bass singers and has learned so much in the last few years. I love when other singers work together and not against.
Thank you Dennis for your kind and wonderful words. 🙏🏻
The song you were thinking of is "High and Dry". I love your reactions. He continues to surprise with every song he puts out. A man of many talents.
I grew up listening to listen to this song by the amazing Tennesse Ernie Ford with my dad and this is one of those that reminds me so much of him. Geoff does such an amazing job on this.
BEAST MODE .
Shenandoah was also a 1965 movie with Jimmy Stewart. One of many great films of it's time.
According to Wikipedia...
Shenandoah” is an American folk song dating back to the early 19th century and is believed to have originated from French travelers journeying down the Missouri River. It was printed in the April 1876 issue of The New Dominion Monthly in an article titled "Sailor Songs," by Captain Robert Chamblet Adams. Oh Shenandoah” is a lovely song and appeared in the 1965 movie “Shenandoah,” starring Jimmy Stewart. A medley from “How the West Was Won” also includes it. The members of the Western Writers of America chose it as one of the Top 100 Western songs of all time.
This is an old folk song from the late 1800's. People aren't sure if it's about the river or the Native American chief Shenandoah so answers vary. I remember learning this in music class in the 60's
This is an American folksong and there are lots of different takes on the lyrics. Here's a Wiki link for you: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oh_Shenandoah This setting is at PattyCake Productions. The one you're thinking of is High and Dry and it was shot at his house.
Maybe it’s just me, but this song has the flavor of an Irish ballad about Ireland.
These lyrics come from a movie by the same name. Jimmy Stewart starred in it. Awesome great movie.
Too perfect
One of the most beautiful versions of this song I have heard. The other one that comes to mind was the Mass Choir from the Virginia International Tattoo in 2016.
I believe the video you were trying to remember was high & dry by radiohead. White room with a window behind him playing a keyboard
Geoff's version is great here. This is the smoothest I have heard his voice and I have been listening to him and VoicePlay for about 7 years now. The bass voice does truly mature as you get older. I'm not saying Geoff is old, he is only 41, but if you listen to Geoff in the old VoicePlay videos, you can hear a difference. I mean he was still great back then, but he has gotten a lot more smooth and resonant over the years.
As far as the actual song itself, it is a beautiful, wonderful piece. My favorite version is by a group called Chanticleer. They are an all male 12 person acapella group. Even though all male, they sound a lot like a mixed group, because their sopranos and altos are that good. And they only have one bass believe it or not. If you check out their video, their bass was Eric Alatorre. Unfortunately, he is no longer with the group. He was there for nearly 30 years, so you will still find him in most of their videos that pop up. You will recognize him right away. He is the guy with the big mustache. He is another phenomenal bass. He is one of my all time favorite basses. He blends in perfectly with the other 11 guys, which is super hard to do off mic and especially when most of them are higher voice types. So, if you ever get time, check out that version. It will blow your mind and maybe make you shed a tear or two.
It's an old folk tune about a fur trapper who falls in love with a native American's daughter from the Oneida tribe. Had to leave her to ply the river for the fur trade. I learned it in 3rd grade 63 years ago. He also came out with Big Bad John originally written and performed by Jimmy Dean this weekend. The is a video glitch in it that needs to be fixed.
Great reaction brother! This was an old riverman song from the 1800's, there have been dozens of versions over the years. This is without a doubt my favorite song of his, absolutely beautiful.
P.s. sorry about your Bama shirt, I'm from Georgia...LOL
High and Dry was filmed at Geoff’s house and this one was done at Pattycake but it’s definitely the same vibe
It's a folk song from the early 1800's, it's about a fur trader that falls in love with the daughter of Native American chief Shenandoah. This was filmed at Pattycake studios, the song you are thinking of is probably High and Dry.
The original was by Tennessee Ernie Ford. I love the versions as each are unique
This is a great historic folk song that I learned over 60 years ago. The odd thing is when people who had seen this early were dropping hints about Geoff's newest release, Shenandoah was the first song I thought of. The Texas Tenor trio performed this beautifully as well. My mom taught American History in HS and this was one of the folk songs she'd play for her students. I often sing this song as drive. It's just a great song for all vocal ranges.
Aight hold up so this one reminds me of the group Chanticleer doing this same song. It’s an all male group of I believe 12(?) including a couple countertenors. They do this song in a room with acoustics that make it one of the most beautiful soul searching songs. If you get the chance look it up man you won’t be disappointed
10:09 You're thinking of his cover of "High and Dry" by Radiohead.
I believe you're right, this was all head and chest voice. I don't even think he needed to do any vocal fry.
This was amazing ... that song was written in 1878.
Check out Heavens Shore. It is sung to this same melody by David phelps
Very good version and reaction. Peter Hollens has a nice version of Shenandoah (quite old now - from 9 years ago....). From the UK, even I had come across Shenandoah before, it's a lovely song.
if your still looking for this song search for Shenandoah River origionally an irish song i think.
Shenandoah is from the movie of the same name with James Stewart
The song he first did was called high and dry that’s the one you are thinking about.🙂
Did you look on UA-cam. Looking for Tennessee Ernie Fords version took me to Geoff's 16 tons. Thats how I got hooked on Geoff. Ford's is the standard to beat. Geoff's is different and possibly as good. Sissel Kyrkjbo ain't bad either. This was so easy to find dude. I'm 70 and found it.
Geoff does it beautifully. A good comparison would be the version Peter Hollins does.
He did great on this one 🤠🤘🏼
If ya get the chance check out Tim’s version of “Come go with Me” Tim has a Doo Wop Album 💿 out there now
It sounds like he hits and F#0, but it may be an F#1... :0
Dennis, here is a link to Tennessee Ernie Ford singing this song. He also sang Sixteen Tons. ua-cam.com/video/khxx3sCVhtE/v-deo.html
Geoff is king of the bass but he is amazing bass but I can't to low notes but my voice no is bass
DENNIS, CHECK OUT A FELLOW YOU TUBE REACTOR, PETER BARBER, HE HAS MUSIC MONTAGES OF HIM DOING ALL PARTS LIKE GEOFF. CHECK OUT HIS CHANGE ONTHE RISE BY AVI.HE ALSO DOES SOUND OF SILENCE, LEAVE HER JOHNNY SEA SHANTY, BILLIE EILISH'S BAD GUY AND HER, MY FUTURE, RADIOHEADS'S CREEP AND OTHERS
Too much stopping.😐