*LYRICS - Down to the River to Pray* ------------ As I went down in the river to pray Studying about that good ol' way And who shall wear the starry crown Good Lord, show me the way O brothers, let's go down Let's go down, come on down O brothers, let's go down Down in the river to pray As I went down in the river to pray Studying about that good ol' way And who shall wear the robe and crown Good Lord, show me the way O sisters, let's go down Let's go down, come on down O sisters, let's go down Down in the river to pray As I went down in the river to pray Studying about that good ol' way And who shall wear the starry crown Good Lord, show me the way O mothers, let's go down Let's go down, come on down O mothers, let's go down Down in the river to pray Let's go down, let's go down [x4] As we went down in the river to pray Studying about that good ol' way And who shall wear the robe and crown Good Lord, show us the way O sinners, let's go down Let's go down, come on down O sinners, let's go down Down in the river to pray O brothers, let's go down Come on down, don't you wanna go down? Come on brothers, let's go down Down in the river to pray Down in the river to pray [x2] Turn on captions (CC) to see the lyrics on screen Album: My Ozark Mountain Home
@Htrac "Just any live folk music," I think not. This particular song touched my soul by the way it was sung. If the song was sung by another artist, it wouldn't have the same feeling.
One of the most beautiful things about bluegrass music is that there’s never really a “lead singer.” Everybody takes turns and harmonizes with each other. There’s never really a “lead guitar” either - everybody gets their own solo.
Watching you from France. Do it every time I feel blue and need to cheer up. Nice music nice family. Stay as you are. I will go down the river to pray for all families like yours.
I’m not either, and end up listening to a huge variety of worldwide religious music. All of it moves me. I think what will grow out of the ashes of this currently burning world will be a heightened spiritual attitude- not so much 1 religion, rather a mutual respect for each others beliefs while we walk our own path with integrity, responsibility, and compassion
My future wife walked up to me next to the Suwanee river minutes before we married while this song played. You're rendition wets my eyes. I'm gonna go hug my wife.
Yes each sister has a beautiful voice. Julienne's voice is the most distinctive, Katies is the most traditional and Ellen's is the softest and sweetest. A+ for all
I was adopted, I found out later in life that my biological family are popular evangelical singing performers. I mostly missed the boat with the talent that they have in them .... however, I sang this song most nights to the 3 children I raised alone. This rendition absolutely brings tears to my eyes. The great Allison Krauss and her band introduced this song to me during the Soggy Bottom Boys/Oh Brother Where Aren't Thou craze. It was my go to.. I sang this song most nights and my children (now late 20's) still, to this day remember this song I sang with my ♥. I am so proud of this talented family. I can hardly listen to them without getting emotional! BRAVO!
These girls break me with happiness, im a father, i have a 6 year old daughter and i love everyone here. These voices break me down. I imagine my girl when i hear these angels, absolutely beautiful
Being from Nashville (born, raised and still here) it it so refreshing to hear honest folk music. Thank you for this. I miss this sound so much. I genuinely grew up listening this style of country/gospel. It brightens my soul to know that this style is still alive and well. Sing on!
I remember when I heard this song in the Hey brother where art though movie I was hooked... Such a beautiful song and the harmony fantastic.... Now hearing this song covered by the Petersens!!! Can't get any better
I never saw the movie but I did come across it on TH-cam music and saw the movie cover was the thumbnail used for the song. And Idk how I didn't see this one coming considering it's an Allison Krauss song. I know they grew up listening to her music so the fact they caught me off guard with this song makes me feel disappointed in myself
i was watching a movie from the year 2000 called "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" and 15 mins in this played, i had to pause the movie and look this up. it was truly a good find.
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There is something about standing in the river, let it wash over my feet and listen to this masterpiece. It's so calming in hardtime I am going through right now. Bless you all. ❤️
I'm not a religious person but these harmonies are indeed heavenly. Julieanne's voice is sweet and winsome, Ellen's is earthy and strong, Katie's is soft and soulful. The guys and mom are great but these three lovely young women are the beating heart of the Petersen's.
I used to sing with my brother. Our voices were close enough to make us sound harmonically wonderful. These sisters have that ability. When they sing together, it's as if their voices mingle and are cuddling. Thank you for sharing with the world.
Besides being just beautifully sung by this very talented family, this music conveys a set of values that is disappearing from our country right now. God, family, community is what America needs so urgently. Thank you for sharing not just a beautiful song, but a beautiful ethic, with us. God bless you.
Such added blessings to our journey in the Lord. As my wife and I listen in the mornings, it helps her in her severe fight against Parkinson's, and as my role as her caretaker. May the Lord contuse to bless your ministry and family, Awesome music Petersen's.
I just attended your concert in Branson (28 July) with my son and my elderly uncle. I did not have time to participate in the meet and greet afterwards. However, I wanted you to know that the concert was wonderful and your music gives me much joy and comfort. I am also a retired Combat Arms Army officer and appreciate your recognition of veterans. As a pastor, I appreciate your Christian demeanor and wholesome behavior. God Bless you and your work!
Just heard her for the first time, really seems like Julianna's voice is somehow influenced by an Irish accent, sounds a bit like Janet Devlin: how does one acquire that?! - j q t -
Yes, Petersen sisters are like the ancient Muses. Really angelic voices and best skills with different instruments. Greetings from Italy. Gianfranco 🇮🇹♥️
Absolutely beautiful...this was my brother's favorite movie of all time.....he passed in 2016....and every time I hear the beautiful songs from this soundtrack I know its his way of saying hello....that he is still here with me in spirit. Thank you so much. ❤
This is so appropriate to deliver a message to Christians that for something important with time constraints even if beautifully sung, Christians and all folk need to help each other and only then pray about guidance. So I keep listening to your fantastic three-part delivery of a song that I had always respected at church. The message can not be delivered so much nearly perfectly sung. Now the Petersens have the best presentation of "Down to the River to Pray" that I could imagine and the symbolism in the song is good for all Christians and others to hear and to contemplate upon. I am pleased to learn all your talent listed on most every video will stick with the group at least for the near future to pursue your chosen various ways to evangelize as well as entertain as well as rightfully enrich yourselves as all who keep coming back keep coming for the well performed and well arranged music and singing arrangements so enjoyable to all of us. Y'all are a treasure to all who get to be entertained as well as instructed in some songs by your top-notch presentations.
I am a sinner, I went down to the river to pray that u girls and the rest of the Petersens continue to bless us with these absolutely amazing performances, thanks àgain 😍😘
Its a breath of fresh air yo see these young ladies normal and beautiful and so talented. Hope success doesnt ruin them. Stay together girls love each other .thanks❤
I have already told, you carry me up and down in the time, it reminds me more or less at 12 yo when I l've heard for the first time. Go tell it to the mountains. Many thanks family ♥️ from Italy. Gianfranco.
I've been waiting for this one to get on TH-cam. It has been my favorite song that they have been playing this season at the little opry Now I’ll be listening to it every day like every other Petersen song. Wow they're singing this masterpiece at my favorite spot too Love the Ozark Mill and enjoyed hearing the Finley river in the background.
I have always loved Alison Krauss and this is one of her signature songs, but I have to say I love this version by the 3 super-talented, wonderful and genuinely sweet Petersen sisters the most of all!
I've only watched a few of their videos, so I would assume Julianne is the young lady in the white shirt. I think her voice is my favorite out of the 3, even though she is shy and seems to hold back. I love the yodel in her voice
Je suis français et c'est la première fois que je vous écoute . J'aime beaucoup. Bravo I'm French and this is the first time I've listened to you. J'aime beaucoup. Bravo
Bienvenue sur la chaîne des Petersens! Saviez-vous qu'ils se produiront à Paris le 20 août? Consultez la description de leurs vidéos les plus récentes si vous êtes intéressé.😊
I'm not Christian or religious at all, but I won't ever say this isn't a great cover of a great song. Non religious folks hear it in a different way but can appreciate an amazing song when we hear one. ❤
Ciao Luisa, sono davvero felice che ti piacciano le loro canzoni. Sono incredibilmente bravi e sono anche delle persone fantastiche. E mi fa piacere che apprezzi i sottotitoli nella nostra lingua. Si tratta di prezioso servizio che ritengo sia molto utile al pubblico italiano. Un affettuoso saluto. Roberto
While the solos of Katie, Ellen and Julianne are perfect, when the three of them sing in harmony, it is fantastic. Their harmony is greater than the sum of their individual voices. Like so much in life, we are stronger when we work together and in harmony with family and friends!
*LYRICS - Down to the River to Pray*
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As I went down in the river to pray
Studying about that good ol' way
And who shall wear the starry crown
Good Lord, show me the way
O brothers, let's go down
Let's go down, come on down
O brothers, let's go down
Down in the river to pray
As I went down in the river to pray
Studying about that good ol' way
And who shall wear the robe and crown
Good Lord, show me the way
O sisters, let's go down
Let's go down, come on down
O sisters, let's go down
Down in the river to pray
As I went down in the river to pray
Studying about that good ol' way
And who shall wear the starry crown
Good Lord, show me the way
O mothers, let's go down
Let's go down, come on down
O mothers, let's go down
Down in the river to pray
Let's go down, let's go down [x4]
As we went down in the river to pray
Studying about that good ol' way
And who shall wear the robe and crown
Good Lord, show us the way
O sinners, let's go down
Let's go down, come on down
O sinners, let's go down
Down in the river to pray
O brothers, let's go down
Come on down, don't you wanna go down?
Come on brothers, let's go down
Down in the river to pray
Down in the river to pray [x2]
Turn on captions (CC) to see the lyrics on screen
Album: My Ozark Mountain Home
Thanks Liz!! Your hard work is always appreciated!
Thanks, Liz!
Thanks for the Lyrics, Liz. This is another great Petersens masterpiece!
Thanks again, Liz!
Thanks Liz!
Where is music like this? Not necessarily Christian music, but music in general. I love the tone, harmony, and style.
Just any live folk music. Although the Peterson's mellifluous voices are really something else.
@Htrac "Just any live folk music," I think not. This particular song touched my soul by the way it was sung. If the song was sung by another artist, it wouldn't have the same feeling.
Listen to the Dillards
This is bluegrass. Look up other bluegrass songs and you’ll find plenty.
Nashville! But southern folk, gospel, bluegrass is what you are looking for
Beautiful rendering of this great song.
Seriously good harmony. Very well done.
One of the most beautiful things about bluegrass music is that there’s never really a “lead singer.” Everybody takes turns and harmonizes with each other. There’s never really a “lead guitar” either - everybody gets their own solo.
Especially with the Petersen’s, all take the lead in singing and in instrumentation from song to song.
The harmonies on this are wonderful, and the setting was perfect. And whose heart isn't lifted by these three young ladies' smiles?
Amen!
Whenever I hear them My eyes tear up of whole hearted Goodness. ❤
So refreshing to hear real music again🙏
Watching you from France. Do it every time I feel blue and need to cheer up. Nice music nice family. Stay as you are. I will go down the river to pray for all families like yours.
Spiritual music moving even to us non-believers. Music is music.
It's pure magic when all three sisters are singing together.
I’m not a Christian but I felt like one for three minutes and forty-one seconds just now. Beautiful song, beautifully sung.
Become one and the song takes on a whole different feeling.
Hamdulila
I’m not either, and end up listening to a huge variety of worldwide religious music. All of it moves me. I think what will grow out of the ashes of this currently burning world will be a heightened spiritual attitude- not so much 1 religion, rather a mutual respect for each others beliefs while we walk our own path with integrity, responsibility, and compassion
The feeling is mutual.
I pray you hear this song many times over in your mind.
Ellen, Julianna and Katie all have distinctive sounds to their voice and when you combine all three together sounds like angels singing.
Beautiful
Such diversity, yet harmony, like the Holy Trinity.
Totally agree.
Thank you beautiful harmony lifts my spirit high
Great three part harmony.
Three beautiful young ladies, three beautiful voices, one beautiful song. A blessing from God.
My future wife walked up to me next to the Suwanee river minutes before we married while this song played. You're rendition wets my eyes. I'm gonna go hug my wife.
*your
The three girls have very different voices but they are masters at blending them into beautiful music. Such a talented family all .
Isnt it amazing how they all have there own style but are all awesome? And BAM! wow Together.....PHEW! truly blessed!
Yes each sister has a beautiful voice. Julienne's voice is the most distinctive, Katies is the most traditional and Ellen's is the softest and sweetest. A+ for all
I was adopted, I found out later in life that my biological family are popular evangelical singing performers. I mostly missed the boat with the talent that they have in them .... however, I sang this song most nights to the 3 children I raised alone. This rendition absolutely brings tears to my eyes. The great Allison Krauss and her band introduced this song to me during the Soggy Bottom Boys/Oh Brother Where Aren't Thou craze. It was my go to.. I sang this song most nights and my children (now late 20's) still, to this day remember this song I sang with my ♥. I am so proud of this talented family. I can hardly listen to them without getting emotional! BRAVO!
This is goo, but I think I’m used to hearing Alison Krause
These girls break me with happiness, im a father, i have a 6 year old daughter and i love everyone here. These voices break me down. I imagine my girl when i hear these angels, absolutely beautiful
Oh my goodness Katie, Ellen and Julianne sound fantastic!!!!!! Love this!!!
Beautiful harmony, ladies. I could listen to this all day long.
Such uplifting, lovely voices. So nice to see natural beautiful women with a heart for Jesus.
Absolutely stunning
Let's just go ahead and play this again😔
Being from Nashville (born, raised and still here) it it so refreshing to hear honest folk music. Thank you for this. I miss this sound so much. I genuinely grew up listening this style of country/gospel. It brightens my soul to know that this style is still alive and well. Sing on!
It is a true blessing to hear
I listen to the Petersens every night before i go to bed and sleep :D
You all do it so well ☺️☺️☺️🫶🏼
I remember when I heard this song in the Hey brother where art though movie I was hooked...
Such a beautiful song and the harmony fantastic....
Now hearing this song covered by the Petersens!!!
Can't get any better
I never saw the movie but I did come across it on TH-cam music and saw the movie cover was the thumbnail used for the song. And Idk how I didn't see this one coming considering it's an Allison Krauss song. I know they grew up listening to her music so the fact they caught me off guard with this song makes me feel disappointed in myself
Thanks, Daniel!
O Brother Where Art Thou?
Whoa brother
What a beautiful song
Beauty is often hidden in a simple things,and it's also in this case-three beautiful voices.
..not hidden all that well:P
Always nice to listen to you. God's richest Blessings to you all.
I live in German, i love your kind to make music as family, this one IS a wonderful song...❤️...go on lovely Petersen Family!!!
I just noticed that the girls' dresses are red white and blue. Nice touch for a classic American song.
I'm so thankful for the Petersens ,I'm in a dark place right now and you're music helps me to see His light at the end of this tunnel!!
May we saviour always hold your hand and light your path no matter where. He went through the dark valley before us.
Be strong brother... be strong!
Amen. The internet can lead people straight to hell or be the perfect prescription to help soothe the soul.
Sisters messing with each other at the end, I love it. What a great family , as mom and dad encourage a Christian life. God bless each one.
There are few things more beautiful than the harmonies of siblings!!! Thank you!!!!!
Dear Mum, Mrs Petersen.. another gem. God bless.
These 2 and 3 part harmonies from the gals are just beautiful. It doesn't get any more pure than this. I so amazed at their talent
Three Petersen Ladies singing at once, magical ✨ 💖 💕 💛
Magnifique, vous êtes magnifiques et votre chanson encore plus ! félicitations !
i was watching a movie from the year 2000 called "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" and 15 mins in this played, i had to pause the movie and look this up. it was truly a good find.
There is something about standing in the river, let it wash over my feet and listen to this masterpiece. It's so calming in hardtime I am going through right now. Bless you all. ❤️
I'm not a religious person but these harmonies are indeed heavenly. Julieanne's voice is sweet and winsome, Ellen's is earthy and strong, Katie's is soft and soulful. The guys and mom are great but these three lovely young women are the beating heart of the Petersen's.
Goosebumps!
I love the combination of the three sisters' voices, just wonderful!
I used to sing with my brother. Our voices were close enough to make us sound harmonically wonderful. These sisters have that ability. When they sing together, it's as if their voices mingle and are cuddling. Thank you for sharing with the world.
Goosebumps. That was absolutely amazing!
Thank God..There is still real music out there!
Besides being just beautifully sung by this very talented family, this music conveys a set of values that is disappearing from our country right now. God, family, community is what America needs so urgently. Thank you for sharing not just a beautiful song, but a beautiful ethic, with us. God bless you.
these voices are a real medicine for ear and mind
Live a life where you can see the joy and beauty around you. Y’all definitely are with your beautiful voices. Thanks for sharing on oh my sons.
Such added blessings to our journey in the Lord. As my wife and I listen in the mornings, it helps her in her severe fight against Parkinson's, and as my role as her caretaker. May the Lord contuse to bless your ministry and family, Awesome music Petersen's.
Beautiful arrangement, Emmett and Katie! And wonderfully performed by all. Has become my favorite version of this song.
I just attended your concert in Branson (28 July) with my son and my elderly uncle. I did not have time to participate in the meet and greet afterwards. However, I wanted you to know that the concert was wonderful and your music gives me much joy and comfort. I am also a retired Combat Arms Army officer and appreciate your recognition of veterans. As a pastor, I appreciate your Christian demeanor and wholesome behavior. God Bless you and your work!
I love this rendition of a classic gospel tune. Sister harmonies are the best! And great, simple instrumentals, just what this tune needs. Thank you!
Julianna's voice is a gift from heaven.
Just heard her for the first time, really seems like Julianna's voice is somehow influenced by an Irish accent, sounds a bit like Janet Devlin: how does one acquire that?! - j q t -
What an excellent version of this song. And, I'm glad nobody fell in the water, at the end.
I think it would've made the outro more entertaining
Yes, Petersen sisters are like the ancient Muses. Really angelic voices and best skills with different instruments. Greetings from Italy. Gianfranco 🇮🇹♥️
Beautiful ladies... Beautiful family... Beautiful music... Simply beautiful !
Beautiful. With those voices I think GOD has sent 3 of his angels.
Absolutely stunning,brought tears to my eyes, that Petersen family harmony is just unmatched!!!
Just now discovering your lovely and extremely talented family, and enjoying the music so much. Thank you!
Absolutely beautiful...this was my brother's favorite movie of all time.....he passed in 2016....and every time I hear the beautiful songs from this soundtrack I know its his way of saying hello....that he is still here with me in spirit. Thank you so much. ❤
Some of those smiles are just magical.
Didn't think anyone could do it as well as Allison but I was wrong. Beautiful rendition of a beautiful song.
This is so appropriate to deliver a message to Christians that for something important with time constraints even if beautifully sung, Christians and all folk need to help each other and only then pray about guidance. So I keep listening to your fantastic three-part delivery of a song that I had always respected at church. The message can not be delivered so much nearly perfectly sung.
Now the Petersens have the best presentation of "Down to the River to Pray" that I could imagine and the symbolism in the song is good for all Christians and others to hear and to contemplate upon.
I am pleased to learn all your talent listed on most every video will stick with the group at least for the near future to pursue your chosen various ways to evangelize as well as entertain as well as rightfully enrich yourselves as all who keep coming back keep coming for the well performed and well arranged music and singing arrangements so enjoyable to all of us.
Y'all are a treasure to all who get to be entertained as well as instructed in some songs by your top-notch presentations.
I am a sinner, I went down to the river to pray that u girls and the rest of the Petersens continue to bless us with these absolutely amazing performances, thanks àgain 😍😘
Its a breath of fresh air yo see these young ladies normal and beautiful and so talented. Hope success doesnt ruin them. Stay together girls love each other .thanks❤
The interlude added at the 1:45 mark is just beautiful, I never get tired of listening to it.
I agree! They are all wonderful, remarkable people
Beautiful.........thank-you.
Every song becomes my new favorite. This is my new favorite.
Beautiful music thank you!!!
GOOSEBUMPS…!!!👌👌👌
Best greetings from an financial officer from Germany who never get‘s goosebumps.
Keep it up 👍👍👍
Wow, that interlude at 1:46 was just beautiful. You guys really know how to take advantage of your beautiful voices and harmonies.
I have already told, you carry me up and down in the time, it reminds me more or less at 12 yo when I l've heard for the first time. Go tell it to the mountains. Many thanks family ♥️ from Italy. Gianfranco.
Bless your family. Amazing vocals and what seems like even better souls
The Voices are heaven sent
I've been waiting for this one to get on TH-cam. It has been my favorite song that they have been playing this season at the little opry Now I’ll be listening to it every day like every other Petersen song. Wow they're singing this masterpiece at my favorite spot too
Love the Ozark Mill and enjoyed hearing the Finley river in the background.
Que linda música! Que belas vozes! A alma agradece ❤
I have never heard an Ear Trumpet flutter like it does at 2:25, really fantastic testament to the vocal sync there! Gorgeous performance!
I have always loved Alison Krauss and this is one of her signature songs, but I have to say I love this version by the 3 super-talented, wonderful and genuinely sweet Petersen sisters the most of all!
Wow what a beautiful arrangement! I particularly love that dip at 2:40. Excellent work!
This is the stuff that restores humanity, and inspires ‘doing the next right thing’. Bravo! To all involved…..
I just love it when the three sisters sing together . They are sooo good . It gives me goosebumps every time . Thanks to all of you ! ✌
There's just nothing quite as nice and beautiful as listening to sisters harmonize, it's a special sound
Such a beautiful song, I love how you guys did this. You three have such beautiful voices and ways about you. Thanks for this. A true gem.
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Best of the best. Amazing voices! And Julianne dont be so shy, you are singing very beautiful. Thanks for all of you!
I've only watched a few of their videos, so I would assume Julianne is the young lady in the white shirt. I think her voice is my favorite out of the 3, even though she is shy and seems to hold back. I love the yodel in her voice
Great job, ladies! God Bless
Speechless. First time ever. I'm speechless.
You are all absolutely amazing! You have since converted me to a Petersons fan for life! Thank you and God bless you!
You sisters are shining! Vous êtes rayonnantes !
Je suis français et c'est la première fois que je vous écoute . J'aime beaucoup. Bravo
I'm French and this is the first time I've listened to you. J'aime beaucoup. Bravo
Bienvenue sur la chaîne des Petersens! Saviez-vous qu'ils se produiront à Paris le 20 août? Consultez la description de leurs vidéos les plus récentes si vous êtes intéressé.😊
My all time favorite Petersen song, Etched in my memory, so beautiful. Tell it, tell it , tell it!
I'm not Christian or religious at all, but I won't ever say this isn't a great cover of a great song.
Non religious folks hear it in a different way but can appreciate an amazing song when we hear one. ❤
Their rendition of this song is so surreal
This is so inspiring, and when mom leans in to check on the last verse harmony it's clear why they're so good.
Son sorda e credente... È un cantico bellissimo!!! Buono che avete messo sottotitolato in italiano! Almeno guardo spesso!
Ciao Luisa, sono davvero felice che ti piacciano le loro canzoni. Sono incredibilmente bravi e sono anche delle persone fantastiche. E mi fa piacere che apprezzi i sottotitoli nella nostra lingua. Si tratta di prezioso servizio che ritengo sia molto utile al pubblico italiano. Un affettuoso saluto. Roberto
Beautiful love it. Great harmonies.
The sounds of the river flowing in the background, the harmonies...it was absolutely fantastic!
Thank you all for that beautiful moment ❤️
Love the harmony
While the solos of Katie, Ellen and Julianne are perfect, when the three of them sing in harmony, it is fantastic. Their harmony is greater than the sum of their individual voices. Like so much in life, we are stronger when we work together and in harmony with family and friends!