I found a bunch of this mans records, 78s, at the dump so i picked them up and brought them home to give them a listen. Magnificent. Was it fate, was it luck or just blind destiny? Doesn't matter, even my kids love him. We shall cherish all his music for another generation. Cheers.
I’d never heard of him until he popped up a few days ago on my TH-cam feed. I prefer him to some other tenors of that era, because his voice is less mannered imo. This is lovely.
My dear mother, always known as Kay, was named for this song at her birth in 1927. Having never before heard it, now that it's time to commit her to the earth I am hearing many versions for the first time. Though I love the vowels of Josef Locke, I love still more the sensitive and skillful phrasing of James Melton, who explores not the range of this tune, but its lyrical depth. Thank you! Sept 2020.
You're welcome! Thank you so much for your comment, and I am sorry for your loss. I also agree that Melton's version is particularly moving and emotional.
@Corrie121 "I'll Take You Home Again, Kathleen" is a popular song written by Thomas Paine Westendorf in 1875. Westendorf was born in Virginia of German parents in 1848. (The music is loosely based on Felix Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E Flat Minor Opus 64 Second Movement). In spite of its German-American origins, it is widely mistaken to be an Irish ballad.
"I'll Take You Home Again, Kathleen" is a popular song written by Thomas Paine Westendorf in 1875. Westendorf was born in Virginia of German parents in 1848. (The music is loosely based on Felix Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E Flat Minor Opus 64 Second Movement). In spite of its German-American origins, it is widely mistaken to be an Irish ballad.
of course , this was , a, song , by , an Irish Tenor , who lived in America :)) A song , written to & sang for an Irish Woman , who was home-sick for her HomeLand . What a Beautiful Love Song !!!
Beautiful ❤
I found a bunch of this mans records, 78s, at the dump so i picked them up and brought them home to give them a listen. Magnificent. Was it fate, was it luck or just blind destiny? Doesn't matter, even my kids love him. We shall cherish all his music for another generation. Cheers.
I’d never heard of him until he popped up a few days ago on my TH-cam feed. I prefer him to some other tenors of that era, because his voice is less mannered imo. This is lovely.
Days and folks gone by; so happy we can still hear them sing and the wonderful sound of music it was! Delightful music 🎶 indeed. 🎼
My Dads favourite. His rendition will always be remembered. RIP Dad
My dear mother, always known as Kay, was named for this song at her birth in 1927. Having never before heard it, now that it's time to commit her to the earth I am hearing many versions for the first time. Though I love the vowels of Josef Locke, I love still more the sensitive and skillful phrasing of James Melton, who explores not the range of this tune, but its lyrical depth. Thank you! Sept 2020.
You're welcome! Thank you so much for your comment, and I am sorry for your loss. I also agree that Melton's version is particularly moving and emotional.
the best version of this beatifull song that i have ever listened to
Kathleen Beautiful Romantic Song Brilliant 💯💘 Thank you Tom Smith 💯
You're very welcome, Rebecca!
I thought this was an Irish song, but I find that it is an American ballad. Whatever its origin, this is a great rendition.
Thank you for sharing.
Tne lyrics are put to an Irish melody so it's Irish 💚💚💚💚💚 Kathleen came from Dublin city
@Corrie121
"I'll Take You Home Again, Kathleen" is a popular song written by Thomas Paine Westendorf in 1875. Westendorf was born in Virginia of German parents in 1848. (The music is loosely based on Felix Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E Flat Minor Opus 64 Second Movement). In spite of its German-American origins, it is widely mistaken to be an Irish ballad.
@@jamesmarshall8836 Thank you for sharing the details of this lovely song.
"I'll Take You Home Again, Kathleen" is a popular song written by Thomas Paine Westendorf in 1875. Westendorf was born in Virginia of German parents in 1848. (The music is loosely based on Felix Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E Flat Minor Opus 64 Second Movement). In spite of its German-American origins, it is widely mistaken to be an Irish ballad.
@Corrie121 You're very welcome! Most people identify this song as Irish, even though it's not. It does sound like an Irish song though.
@hrpman Yes, I read that! I wonder why he didn't use her name instead.
...David Houston also did a wonderful version...thanks
of course , this was , a, song , by , an Irish Tenor , who lived in America :))
A song , written to & sang for an Irish Woman , who was home-sick for her HomeLand .
What a Beautiful Love Song !!!
Yes, this is a very nice rendition. Did you know -- this was Thomas Edison's favorite song. In fact, they played it at his funeral.
not a well known vocalist but very listenable. Reminds me of Robert White
Melton was well known in his era, but is almost forgotten today. I enjoy listening to Robert White and his father, but I prefer Melton.
Beautiful, but best version for me is with John Gary.