I truly appreciate that others place an effort to get music out for all to hear. My mother Is now severe dementia, Alzheimer's And she's lost in her own world. when I play this lovely song, her eyes light up, Her body perks up and she smiles. It's a good for both our hearts Life so fragile music is good for our souls thankful to be simple . Tis a gift to be simple. Thank you
SPECTACULAR. When I was in a Roman Catholic choir we did "Lord of the Dance" same song with different words relating to the life of Christ. Your version of the original Shaker song could not be more perfect. Your voice and the musicianship is so joyful. ❤
Music is an amazing gift. When my wonderful, late, loving wife was on her deathbed, totally helpless, unable to do anything, I was able to play music for her and show it on TH-cam, which hopefully she was able to enjoy. Now, in my lonely life, music gives pleasure and keeps me going!
I learned this song when I was around 9 years old (more than 40 years ago) and I found myself still singing it today. So, today I am grateful for the outstanding arts education I received in my little town's public school system.
Tis a gift to be simple and free. ‘‘Tis a gift to dance in ecstasy as the Shakers used to be. Dance, dance wherever you may be. I am the Lord of the Dance said he. This is perichoresis, the eternal dance of divine joy.
Beautiful; nice to appreciate that the the "so called Shakers" believed in connecting to Spirit and were moved by the energy (causing physical shaking).
I know it's been a while since I've looked up this song because somehow this I missed this performance for two years! Fortunately for me, I've caught it in time for holidays with the family.
Ironically, I was just playing this song on strumstick, but I had part of the melody wrong. So I came to TH-cam looking for a simple version (no pun intended) to learn from. And lo and behold found one being played on a Seagull Merlin AND an Autoharp. I have a strumstick and several dulcimers. And several Autoharps. A Merlin...maybe some day. Nice version, thanks for the help.
So many versions of this song that are slow and somber, it's a dance song!! It should feel as though you're in the room with the music, it should make your body move!! this performance is fantastic.
Listen to the brass version performed by Blast! and see what you think. Arron Copeland has the definitive version of Simple Gifts from which all other variants are taken. It's near the end of his ballet music, Appalachia Spring.
Actually based. Like I've been studying stoicism and the Shakers seem to have a very similar approach. I remember learning this folk song when I was in Elementary School elementary School. Beautiful song and the Beautiful message that we all would do well to learn
this is how it actually goes: tis a gift to be simple tis a gift to be free tis a simple song of love for you and me and when we find ourselves in a place just righttttttttttt we'll sing together in love and delight.... SING! SING! in perfect harmony, a simple song of love for you and for me... to sing! sing! will be our delight till by singing singing we come round right!!!
Hugs to you guys! Lovely rendition! Simplicity at its best! The lady is playing an autoharp but I can't figure out the instrument played by the gentlemen. It looks like a custom fretless instrument ? Can anyone help?
I believe you're supposed to speed this song up as it goes.. considerably.. it gets progressively faster as a challenge to the dancers... was the intended purpose
@@johannnaannna I see what you mean. I have always had questions about humility. I don’t think we should think badly about ourselves. We are, after all, expressions of God. I am grateful for who I am, and I try to be my best at being me.
I truly appreciate that others place an effort to get music out for all to hear.
My mother Is now severe dementia, Alzheimer's
And she's lost in her own world.
when I play this lovely song, her eyes light up, Her body perks up and she smiles.
It's a good for both our hearts
Life so fragile music is good for our souls
thankful to be simple
. Tis a gift to be simple.
Thank you
My Mother had the same reaction when we played Tom Jones.
You are welcome, thank you for sharing this story with us! Blessings on you and your mother.
Well said ❤
SPECTACULAR. When I was in a Roman Catholic choir we did "Lord of the Dance" same song with different words relating to the life of Christ. Your version of the original Shaker song could not be more perfect. Your voice and the musicianship is so joyful. ❤
Same. Someone played it on the piano and I immediately recognized it as a "church" song from my choir days 😊❤
I'm no Christian but this has the true spirit.
My brother and I sang this song at our mother's memorial service. Lovely.
The song is such that the simpler the arrangement, the simpler the presentation, the better it is.....
Music is an amazing gift. When my wonderful, late, loving wife was on her deathbed, totally helpless, unable to do anything, I was able to play music for her and show it on TH-cam, which hopefully she was able to enjoy. Now, in my lonely life, music gives pleasure and keeps me going!
GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU LUKAS!
@@angelicaluce3230 Thank you, He does!
I learned this song when I was around 9 years old (more than 40 years ago) and I found myself still singing it today. So, today I am grateful for the outstanding arts education I received in my little town's public school system.
Played at my husband’s funeral. Brought down the entire church in tears. But oh so beautiful. ❤
womp womp
I remember singing this song in primary
Same
As an agnostic, every version of this song is sacred and divine.
beautifully said.
As a spiritual person this song is sacred and divine as well…🫶🏻
As an antitheist, this song is cuter'n hell.
As a Latter-day Saint, I couldn’t agree more.
🥰Such unity!
Beautifully done. Sounds wonderful. So glad you shared.
Tis a gift to be simple and free. ‘‘Tis a gift to dance in ecstasy as the Shakers used to be. Dance, dance wherever you may be. I am the Lord of the Dance said he. This is perichoresis, the eternal dance of divine joy.
Hell yeah, dude!
Listening to this at Shaker Village, Kentucky. Thanks so much for posting this lovely version of this wonderful song. So much touched my heart.
You are so welcome, Scott. Please join us again. Blessings on your week!
@@saintandrewsepiscopalchurc1133 Right back at you!
This is so heart opening. I found it because of listening to Copland's Appalachian Springs and looking for the fold song he used.
Beautiful; nice to appreciate that the the "so called Shakers" believed in connecting to Spirit and were moved by the energy (causing physical shaking).
This is a really beautiful song. I love this performance more than ones that I have seen on TH-cam performed by opera singers or choirs.
Thank you so much for this feedback. Andy and Kester are such holy people and this song really expresses their spirituality and simplicity of life.
I’m actually doing this song for my 5th grade concert!
Love this hymn!! Especially when hearing the West Virginia Mountaineer Marching Band playing at Mountaineer Field in the fall!!
Simple Gifts. Truer words were ne'er spoken. :)
@@voiceofreason9238 amen!!
Love the instruments, love the voice, love, love, love the song.
This is absolutely lovely, what an incredible version and tribute, I could listen to this all day, thank you.
I know it's been a while since I've looked up this song because somehow this I missed this performance for two years! Fortunately for me, I've caught it in time for holidays with the family.
Ironically, I was just playing this song on strumstick, but I had part of the melody wrong. So I came to TH-cam looking for a simple version (no pun intended) to learn from. And lo and behold found one being played on a Seagull Merlin AND an Autoharp. I have a strumstick and several dulcimers. And several Autoharps. A Merlin...maybe some day. Nice version, thanks for the help.
i do keep coming back to this
We use to sing this in middle school chours❤
So pure and sweet.....
learned this is school in the sixties love this song live this song too
Just beautiful!! Love from Mississippi❤
This brings back childhood memories! Wow. ♡♡♡
Thank you for the feedback, Crystal!
So many versions of this song that are slow and somber, it's a dance song!! It should feel as though you're in the room with the music, it should make your body move!! this performance is fantastic.
Simple and pretty. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for playing this amazing song
thank you thank you God bless you amen
God in His love will not put you where He in His love cannot keep you.
Thank you! Perfect! 💕❤💕
This is the most beautiful thing I’ve heard
Thank you so much! Blessings to you.
….awesome hugs!
Lovely! The vocalist/harpsichordist's singing reminds me of The Bothy Band's Triona NiDhomhnaill, ca. 1976.
Thank you for the feedback! We appreciate it.
This is lovely and brilliant.
this is way the best performance on youtube -- guess why -- it's simple!! :-)
Listen to the brass version performed by Blast! and see what you think.
Arron Copeland has the definitive version of Simple Gifts from which all other variants are taken. It's near the end of his ballet music, Appalachia Spring.
Simply, beautiful!
Thank you....
Thank you too! I hope you can join us regularly, Sandra.
Very lovely.
Your voice is beautiful. Thank you so much!
“To believe in God is to know that all the rules will be fair, and that there will be wonderful surprises.”
- Ugo Betti
Love this and Lord of the Dance (same tune).
this song randomly gets stuck in my head and I’ve just kind of always known it. I actually thought maybe it didn’t exist. 😅
Just delightful! thank you!
Hello
Beautiful tune. I just looked this up to see where it caught Aaron Copeland's attention.
Thank you very much! Talks directly to my heart!
You are so welcome! Blessings to you!
such a great rendition, thank you for the share!
Hello
I like this song very much.
Beautifully done. Simply put.
Lovely!
TY for sharing this lovely Shaker tune! Such a pure & simple song, very well delivered. 👏🏼
lovely thanks for sharing
Beautiful and direct. Well done.
Thank you, Amy! We hope you tune in again.
This song. This song right here is the meaning of life.
Beautiful!
Actually based. Like I've been studying stoicism and the Shakers seem to have a very similar approach. I remember learning this folk song when I was in Elementary School elementary School. Beautiful song and the Beautiful message that we all would do well to learn
this is how it actually goes: tis a gift to be simple tis a gift to be free tis a simple song of love for you and me and when we find ourselves in a place just righttttttttttt we'll sing together in love and delight.... SING! SING! in perfect harmony, a simple song of love for you and for me... to sing! sing! will be our delight till by singing singing we come round right!!!
Beautiful
Beautiful! Thank you
Thanks for the feedback, Tom. We will be using this piece in our contemplative service on August 15th. I hope you can join us!
thank you so much for this !
You are so welcome, James. Please subscribe to our channel and join us regularly. Blessings on our spiritual path!
Lovely.
Hugs to you guys! Lovely rendition! Simplicity at its best! The lady is playing an autoharp but I can't figure out the instrument played by the gentlemen. It looks like a custom fretless instrument ? Can anyone help?
It's called a Strum Stick. It does have frets, but can only play major chords.
It’s a folk instrument called a Merlin :)
The message of life,
It would be nice to credit the performers
lovely
How nice, nice and fine.
We are happy that you enjoyed this hymn. Grace, peace, and love to you.
@@saintandrewsepiscopalchurc1133 thanks to you. Gratitude for stuff.
I believe you're supposed to speed this song up as it goes.. considerably.. it gets progressively faster as a challenge to the dancers... was the intended purpose
Awesome
That’s a lovely Sparrow Autoharp! Next time, please put a microphone on it so we can hear the beautiful strumming.
This is the lord of dance
There is also a version by Yo Yo Ma and Allison Krause. Two pretty good performers. :)
thank you
Happy Thanksgiving, folks!!
I like this better than the Lord of the Dance version, and i love Lord of the Dance!!!
Please play 'I will Bow and be Simple'.
well done
We sing this occasionally from the Quaker hymnal after the silence
What is that instrument called that the guy is playing?
What instrument is the small fretted ax?
what instruments did you play?
nice
❤
What instruments are you both playing?
Thank you for asking! Andy is playing a Seagull Strumstick (sometimes called a mountain dulcimer), and Kester is playing a D’aigle autoharp.
Hello
tashi delek... thanks y'all 🤠
Salt as pepper, say it don't slay it.
Too bad not many people take the lyrics to heart.
So true. Than you!
Lovely. Wish I could hear the harpsichord better.
Its an autoharp.
@@kenyackimec1651 right.
Weezer actually modified this into a classic
Not that it isn't already great
The singers have no eyes contact from start to ending of the song.
you skibidi
Great song for the meth and fentanyl epidemic Seattle!
Tis a gift to be simple minded, it seems.
Simple carries the meaning of humbleness, not puffed up by vanity or pride, but straightforward with integrity.
@@johannnaannna I see what you mean. I have always had questions about humility. I don’t think we should think badly about ourselves. We are, after all, expressions of God. I am grateful for who I am, and I try to be my best at being me.
@@jeromeblue3854 'and Moses was accounted for as being the most humble man on earth.'
@@johannnaannna Can one think one think well of oneself, but not better than others, and not be vain, and still have integrity?
@@jeromeblue3854 Oh yes! We are "King's kids" after all: " Joint heirs with Christ, as the children of God"
that boy's accompaniment is a harm to the music. and your timing is off. And don't you know all the verses?
How many verses do you expect them to sing?
@@davidcoyle1084 twenty or thirty :D
Please post a link to your rendition so we all can enjoy
ewwwww
this sucks
You embarrass yourself
Haha you damn fool. Fortnite sucks.