Jan 19, 2009 the feminine setting of the 23rd psalm with pictures from various sources. Bobby mcferrin the riverside church choir to find out more about the riverside church visit. The 23rd psalm dedicated to my mother by bobby mcferrin. There is an underlying spiritual theme present, weaving its way from the beginning, medicine man, to the closing reinterpretation of the 23rd psalm, dedicated to his mother. Side effects may include unparalleled joy, a new perspective on creativity, rejection of the predictable, and a sudden, irreversible urge to lead a more spontaneous. Bobby mcferrin the 23rd psalm satb choir a cappella choral. He is known for his vocal techniques, such as singing fluidly but with quick and considerable jumps in pitchfor example, sustaining a melody while also rapidly alternating with arpeggios and harmoniesas well as scat. Weve invested much love and time into the creation of these octavos and were sure you and your choir will enjoy singing them. The notes say the song is a tribute to his own mother. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at. A reverent and truly beautiful rendition of the widely known psalm, this piece is frequently used in religious services.
Written in honor of his mother, the 23rd psalm is bobby mcferrins interpretation of the biblical passage. Your browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available. Listening to bobby mcferrin sing may be hazardous to your preconceptions. Contains printable sheet music plus an interactive, downloadable digital sheet music file. Did you know that bill cosby discovered bobby mcferrin. Its pace is slow and contemplative, and the music enhances the beauty of the language. Apr 21, 20 psalm 23 plainly reveals a god who loves and cares for gods children like one who has carried a child in her very womb cares for that child. Their next duo tour of europe is scheduled for spring 2015. The last track 23rd psalm, is even available in choral sheet music for church choirs, although some churches may be a bit offput by bobby s twist of referring to the lord as female throughout.
The song also appears on mcferrins cd, medicine music. Several years ago, he wrote a song based on psalm 23, but in his version, the love of god takes on feminine form. The lord is my shepherd, i have all i need, she makes me lie down in green meadows, beside the still waters, she will lead. Medicine music was written, arranged, and produced by bobby. Mcferrin, bobby psalm 23 23rd psalm satb a cappella. Its pace is slow and contemplative and the music enhances the beauty of the language. Bobby mcferrin s version of the 23rd psalm from his album medicine man. Bobby mcferrin the 23rd psalm lyrics genius lyrics. A tentime grammy award winner, he is one of the worlds best known vocal innovators and improvisers. Heres a you tube version, scroll down to read the lyrics. Bobbys solo turns into a duet with a longtime favorite collaborator.
They have recorded two albums for blue note and sony records play and the mozart sessions, and chick is featured on bobby s 2002 release beyond words. Omega talks with bobby mcferrin about music, spirituality, and the joy of play. Ill put it below, along with a link to the episode of on being where he shares the story behind the song. In an interview, the person interviewing mcferrin asked him this. The lord is my shepard, i have all i need, she makes me lie down in green meadows, beside the still waters, she will lead. Bobby mcferrin the 23rd psalm satb choir a cappella. The lord is my shepard, i have all i need she makes me lie down in green meadows beside the still waters, she will lead she restores my soul, she rights my wrongs. Bobby mcferrin the 23rd psalm, dedicated to my mother the lord is my shepard, i have all i need, she makes me lie down in green meadows, beside the still waters, she will lead. Bobby mcferrin born new york city, march 11, 1950 is a jazzinfluenced a cappella vocal performer and conductor. Mar 29, 2012 bobby mcferrin s version of the 23rd psalm from his album medicine man. The last track 23rd psalm, is even available in choral sheet music for church choirs, although some churches may be a bit offput by bobbys twist of referring to the lord as female throughout.
Mcferrins favorite book in the bible is the psalms. Bobby mcferrin the 23rd psalm lyrics genius lyrics the 23rd psalm lyrics. Watch the video for the 23rd psalm from bobby mcferrin s medicine music for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. Bobby mcferrin the 23rd psalm dedicated to my mother. Bobby and lindalamama music are proud to present the first release of bobbys music for choirs. Customers who bought the 23rd psalm dedicated to my mother also bought. Written in honor of his mother, the 23rd psalm is bobby mcferrin s interpretation of the biblical passage. Psalm 23 plainly reveals a god who loves and cares for gods children like one who has carried a child in her very womb cares for that child. Bobby mcferrin on new album spirityouall prays as he.
With few or no actual musical instruments bobby mcferrin has become one of the most innovative musicians in america. This one is a video presentation of the 2 3 rd psalm, written and sung by bobby mcferrin. A list of lyrics, artists and songs that contain the term 23rd psalm by bobby mcferrin from the lyrics. Bobby s solo turns into a duet with a longtime favorite collaborator. Chick corea is one of bobby s favorite collaborators. Check out the 23rd psalm by bobby mcferrin on amazon music.
Various sony classical great performances, 19031998. On this recording more than any other to date, bobby does not hide his christianity. Watch the video for the 23rd psalm from bobby mcferrins medicine music for free. Not the traditional understanding, but powerful and thought provoking in its interpretation. They have recorded two albums for blue note and sony records play and the mozart sessions, and chick is featured on bobbys 2002 release beyond words. The lord is my shepard, i have all i need she makes me lie down in green meadows beside the still waters, she will lead she. Download and buy printable sheet music online at jw pepper.
Bobby collaborations bobby mcferrin bobby mcferrin. The song has been adopted by choirs across the country. Bobby mcferrin psalm 23 pdf the 23rd psalm dedicated to my mother sheet music choral sheet music by bobby mcferrin. This ethereal transcription, as recorded by bobby mcferrin, provides a new and different setting for this cherished psalm. Psalm 23 is a reverent and truly beautiful rendition of the widely known psalm. The harmonies are tight and dissonant, with almost a drone in the second voice from the top. Bobby mcferrins version of the 23rd psalm from his album medicine man. Attached is a video of music and pictures reflecting on this beloved and well known psalm.
Psalm 23 is a reverent and truly beautiful rendition of the widely known. She restores my soul, she rights my wrongs, she leads me in a path of good things, and fills my heart with songs. The music was written and sung by musical artist, bobby mcferrin, in honor of his mother. The lord is my shepard, i have all i need she makes me lie down in green. The 23rd psalm dedicated to my mother lyrics bobby. The lord is my shepard, i have all i need she makes me lie down in green meadows beside the still waters, she will lead she restores my soul, she rights my wrongs she leads me in a path of good things and fills my heart with songs eve. The very free, almost chantlike rhythms and repetitive harmonies of this a cappella piece, coupled with an original paraphrase of the text, produce a very contemporary perspective on the wellknown words of assurance. The 23rd psalm the lord is my shepard, i have all i need, she makes me lie down in green meadows, beside the still waters, she will lead. The feminine setting of the 23rd psalm with pictures from various sources. The sistemainspired orkidstra program was established by the leading note foundation in september 2007 with the goal of giving children the opportunity to find their voice and build their potential through singing and playing together.
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