I wept as I heard this. Very possibly the best performance of the Battle Hymn of the Republic I have ever heard. One thing that adds to the balance and overall delivery of this song is the positioning of the singers, no two boys are standing together and no two girls are standing together. It is Soprano, Tenor, Alto and Bass, standing in that order that makes the delivery par excellence!!
Do you think that any one of those students ever forgot that experience. Not on your life!! How sad that so many school districts have eliminated music and arts programs from their budgets, especially when there is tons of evidence to prove that learning to sing or play an instrument improves overall academic performance.
I performed this exact arrangement when in high school in 1981 and I have never forgotten it. It remains one of the greatest performance experiences of my life.
@@ren-eo3im This song has an important place and meaning in American history that I would not expect other nations, each with their own different histories meaningful to them, to share.
Al Petterson me, too, in 1978. Nassau County (NY) All-County Chorus at CW Post College (now part of Long Island University). I don't remember the conductor's name offhand, but he had been one of Wilhousky's students, and dismissed one of our rehearsals so he could attend Wilhousky's funeral. I felt incredibly honored that we performed three Wilhousky attachments at that concert.
@@ren-eo3im I understand and agree with that. This song was written specifically during the American Civil War, but any performer or listener can find their own meaning.
from 86-y-o in hoosierland, this gets me excited. i have recently gone backto my spiritual roots in the Presbyterian church, where i wear a choir robe an sing my little old heart out. Indiana state choral dept did this in 1954-55, at the fairgrounds colisium, minus instruments, but the original version,as i call it. i approve of the postioning of voices had not seen tht done til, today, Feb. 26, 2024,..let's hear it for live music..
SPECTACULAR!!! These young people are the cream of the crop. I was as excited as their director. To think that they are our future, makes me even more excited about America in these troubled times. Great Grandmother Rennie
congratulations Madam. as a director you should be proud of this choir. to know these details is one of the beautiful things in life. thank Rennie - mother and grandmother. you are a blessing.
To all you young ladies and young men - in the chorus and the orchestra, and those who supported the performance - I am proud of you all - you did good - no, better than good!
I was involved in the Iowa all State Choir in 1980. It was by far the highlight of my music life. It gives me goosebumps every time I hear it and America the Beautiful.
I remember singing this in high school (79-83). Every year, all the high school choruses in our county would get together and do a concert. This was always the finale. A beautiful, unforgetable arrangement.
March 8, 2022 this video and performance pops up on my youtube recommendations. It brought tears to my 73 year old eyes, and a sense of calm to my soul. There is nothing this world can throw at GOD to stop HIS truth from marching onward even if we are blind to it. Well done band and choir, I just pray they all paid attention to the words they sang.
As a Brit, superb, you are a credit to your state. Thank you. I remember this being sung at St Pauls on the event of 9/11, we are one nation divided yes, but one nation never the less.
This performance leaves me breathless, having sung in choirs from elementary school through college this is an amazing performance with glorious voices and orchestra and they're kids 17 to 22 !!!!
I was in the New Jersey All State Choir in 1976. We sang the same arrangement (May Peter J. Wilhousky’s notes live forever), conducted by Karl Minor and the amazing Ernest Brahm. The experience of a lifetime! I can still sing the Bass II part from memory to this day. Bravo to this group of wonderful singers and musicians!!
Late in life I decided that I had to study the Civil War, a defining time in our country. I'm moving along with two biographies of Grant, a study of Grant and Sherman, their collaboration and friendship, and a shelf-full of books that I will read. I was born in Alabama almost 85 years ago. It's about time. It's about a time. I now understand that in that defining, horrible, unimaginable war, most of the dead were young, most of the 750,000 dead. Soldiers and those they left behind, also casualties of that war. Young, like the extraordinary members of the chorus, orchestra, band in Iowa. I tend to watch and listen to these young people at least once a day, these days, and I have heard several choruses and orchestras perform The Battle Hymn of the Republic. Not one of them touches these young people--and let's not forget the conductors. I've seen choruses with multiple soloists, seen the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, seen fireworks at the finale. This performance is definitive. Like the war. Thank you.
This is perfect, and exactly what I've been searching for. All other versions were lacking in something, though I cannot say what. This version has it, whatever it is. Love this and have it on repeat.
6 years later and 1st time I saw this. What wonderful young people , just beautiful brought tears to my eyes. Gives you great faith in our young people.
For such a large festival chorus performing such a bigloudsplashy piece, the ensemble is quite remarkable, and the conductor paces it nicely. Congratulations to all concerned. First-rate.
I played this song at all state 2023 on clarinet. I was absolutely drenched in sweat but shivering from the beauty of the piece. It was absolutely indescribable
One of the best performances of this (my favorite) version of "The Battle Hymn" I have ever heard. Beautiful enunciation of the lyrics and perfectly balanced among the various sections throughout (especially for such a large ensemble where one section could easily dominate). As well, wonderful performance by the orchestra, especially the interlude before the men's "quartet."
I have just been transported back to the 1960’s and singing “Battle Hymn of the Republic.” Our Head Master (Mr. Bigger) had the entire school in the palm of his hand! Under his instruction we began singing in hushed voices, gradually building up to end the hymn in a massive crescendo! No practice, just sheer spontaneity, and boy “Battle Hymn of the Republic” has remained firmly in my heart and soul since. Thank you Leith Links Primary School, Leith, Edinburgh you taught me well🙏and thank you Iowa All-State Chorus and Orchestra, just sublime🫶🏽
Have you noticed that everyone talks about the Mormon Tabernacle Choir's version? This is good, but the Mormon Tabernacle Choir is simply superior. Their music is like no other, and I can't help but get lost in their angelic voices every time I listen to them.❤️
1988 Maryland All State Chorus. We did this song and just absolutely love hearing it. It’s a very nearly indescribable experience to be part of such a group. Vibrations to your very soul.
You are making me cry rivers for the beauty of the way you have composed this most amazing old favorite song that I have loved since a child! Oh my, be proud of your hard work and your great gift to the world. God bless you each! What a performance!!!
Such a devastating time for me to find this video as only a couple of days ago several tornados ravished through Iowa leaving all sorts of havoc and mayhem behind, my thoughts and prayers go to the citizens of Iowa as I listen to this.
The mixing of the choir sections was impressive. More effort to maintain your part and not get mixed up is required. Excellent work by choir members and director. A hearty WELL DONE to all.
I was in the Illinois All-State Choir in 1967...a proud day indeed. I wish we would have been able to sing this. This rendition is just beautiful and the kids so very talented.
Two bucket list items for this non choir parent from Texas.. 1. Be present in the hotel atrium for the Star-Spangled Banner as performed by the Kentucky All State Choir 2. Attend the Iowa All State Chorus and Orchestra performance of the Battle Hymn
This was a very thrilling rendition of this song - i loved the spirit of the Conductor and it reminded me of when i sang bass/baritone in my high schools choir
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY ALL!! I have chills at the sheer beauty of this fantastic rendition of this iconic composition! I think this is my all time favorite variation, even better than the Tabernacle Choir! WELL DONE!
I hope that everyone who sings this hymn or hears it that they know the origins of it and the powerful meaning behind it! I get emotional as I hear those words being sung.
Awesome performance! The singers and musicians were wonderful! And, whoever did the arrangement* and composition needs some huge accolades, this arrangement* and composition is majestic! Well done!! *Sounds likes Peter J. Wilhousky's arrangement.
That is one of the most grandiose choirs in the world, certainly the most powerful version of this song ever made in history... Is it really a high school choir?? I'm from Brazil and I'm like.... speechless....
I'm a hardcore wobbler! It always makes me happy to see people who are really getting into the music. People will express their enjoyment in different ways, and that is perfectly fine.
The Battle Hymn of our republic. May we always fight for America, the America envisioned by the brave soldiers and sailors who fought for the preservation of the United States and the freedom of every citizen.
Cet Hymne à la fois patriotique et religieux est connu mondialement. Recemment je l'ai écouté chanté par une formation chretienne du Bengale. Il y avait bien sûr moins d'instruments mais presque tout autant de choristes. Là c'est une formation magistrale qui l'a Interprété et comme on dit en France "ça décoiffe ". On ne peut qu'apllodir ces jeunes choristes et ces jeunes musiciens.
I wept as I heard this. Very possibly the best performance of the Battle Hymn of the Republic I have ever heard. One thing that adds to the balance and overall delivery of this song is the positioning of the singers, no two boys are standing together and no two girls are standing together. It is Soprano, Tenor, Alto and Bass, standing in that order that makes the delivery par excellence!!
Marvelous!
YES --- What he said.
I agree 💯
The Mormon choir made a fabulous recording of this. You need to check it out.
@@spidersinspace1099 I have heard theirs, MTC.
Do you think that any one of those students ever forgot that experience. Not on your life!!
How sad that so many school districts have eliminated music and arts programs from their budgets, especially when there is tons of evidence to prove that learning to sing or play an instrument improves overall academic performance.
I performed this exact arrangement when in high school in 1981 and I have never forgotten it. It remains one of the greatest performance experiences of my life.
@@ren-eo3im This song has an important place and meaning in American history that I would not expect other nations, each with their own different histories meaningful to them, to share.
Al Petterson me, too, in 1978. Nassau County (NY) All-County Chorus at CW Post College (now part of Long Island University). I don't remember the conductor's name offhand, but he had been one of Wilhousky's students, and dismissed one of our rehearsals so he could attend Wilhousky's funeral. I felt incredibly honored that we performed three Wilhousky attachments at that concert.
@@ren-eo3im I understand and agree with that. This song was written specifically during the American Civil War, but any performer or listener can find their own meaning.
Ian
from 86-y-o in hoosierland, this gets me excited. i have recently gone backto my spiritual roots in the Presbyterian church, where i wear a choir robe an sing my little old heart out. Indiana state choral dept did this in 1954-55, at the fairgrounds colisium, minus instruments, but the original version,as i call it. i approve of the postioning of voices had not seen tht done til, today, Feb. 26, 2024,..let's hear it for live music..
I have sung this song soooo many times in choir.... that high B flat has almost made me pass out many a time.
I LOVE how animated the conductor becomes at about the 4-minute mark.
He clearly loves conducting these kids in this song. I call him The Leaping Conductor.
Not animated, conducting fun instead.
👍😉
SPECTACULAR!!! These young people are the cream of the crop. I was as excited as their director. To think that they are our future, makes me even more excited about America in these troubled times. Great Grandmother Rennie
congratulations Madam. as a director you should be proud of this choir. to know these details is one of the beautiful things in life. thank Rennie - mother and grandmother. you are a blessing.
The conductor was so excited, because he knew these kids nailed it.
To all you young ladies and young men - in the chorus and the orchestra, and those who supported the performance - I am proud of you all - you did good - no, better than good!
I was involved in the Iowa all State Choir in 1980. It was by far the highlight of my music life. It gives me goosebumps every time I hear it and America the Beautiful.
I remember singing this in high school (79-83). Every year, all the high school choruses in our county would get together and do a concert. This was always the finale. A beautiful, unforgetable arrangement.
I love the enthusiasm of this conductor! This is one of the best renditions and performances EVER!
As a member of the Iowa All State Band in 1984, I can tell you this is an experience these students NEVER forget.
One of the best performances of this battle Hymn, no doubt!
I love how they keep on saying "His truth is marching on".
This is one dang good high school choir.
Dennis Smalley it was a collection of the best kids in all Iowa high schools. We auditioned every year. It was a big deal
March 8, 2022 this video and performance pops up on my youtube recommendations. It brought tears to my 73 year old eyes, and a sense of calm to my soul. There is nothing this world can throw at GOD to stop HIS truth from marching onward even if we are blind to it. Well done band and choir, I just pray they all paid attention to the words they sang.
As a Brit, superb, you are a credit to your state. Thank you. I remember this being sung at St Pauls on the event of 9/11, we are one nation divided yes, but one nation never the less.
This performance leaves me breathless, having sung in choirs from elementary school through college this is an amazing performance with glorious voices and orchestra and they're kids 17 to 22 !!!!
Yes, a beautiful performance. These are high school students; age range is more like 16-18.
Exactly!!
I was in the New Jersey All State Choir in 1976. We sang the same arrangement (May Peter J. Wilhousky’s notes live forever), conducted by Karl Minor and the amazing Ernest Brahm. The experience of a lifetime! I can still sing the Bass II part from memory to this day. Bravo to this group of wonderful singers and musicians!!
hope YT keeps this up on their site forever. So wonderful.
The chant of "Truth is marching, truth is marching, tuth is marching" is fabulous!
Late in life I decided that I had to study the Civil War, a defining time in our country. I'm moving along with two biographies of Grant, a study of Grant and Sherman, their collaboration and friendship, and a shelf-full of books that I will read. I was born in Alabama almost 85 years ago. It's about time. It's about a time. I now understand that in that defining, horrible, unimaginable war, most of the dead were young, most of the 750,000 dead. Soldiers and those they left behind, also casualties of that war. Young, like the extraordinary members of the chorus, orchestra, band in Iowa. I tend to watch and listen to these young people at least once a day, these days, and I have heard several choruses and orchestras perform The Battle Hymn of the Republic. Not one of them touches these young people--and let's not forget the conductors. I've seen choruses with multiple soloists, seen the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, seen fireworks at the finale. This performance is definitive. Like the war. Thank you.
This is perfect, and exactly what I've been searching for. All other versions were lacking in something, though I cannot say what. This version has it, whatever it is. Love this and have it on repeat.
I agree it’s fulfilling for me
Valor
One of the foremost outstanding American traditions: Band and chorus, chorus and orchestra. Niiiiiiice!
6 years later and 1st time I saw this. What wonderful young people , just beautiful brought tears to my eyes. Gives you great faith in our young people.
For such a large festival chorus performing such a bigloudsplashy piece, the ensemble is quite remarkable, and the conductor paces it nicely. Congratulations to all concerned. First-rate.
I played this song at all state 2023 on clarinet. I was absolutely drenched in sweat but shivering from the beauty of the piece. It was absolutely indescribable
Lincoln had tears in his eyes when he first heard been this song
One of the best performances of this (my favorite) version of "The Battle Hymn" I have ever heard. Beautiful enunciation of the lyrics and perfectly balanced among the various sections throughout (especially for such a large ensemble where one section could easily dominate). As well, wonderful performance by the orchestra, especially the interlude before the men's "quartet."
I have just been transported back to the 1960’s and singing “Battle Hymn of the Republic.” Our Head Master (Mr. Bigger) had the entire school in the palm of his hand! Under his instruction we began singing in hushed voices, gradually building up to end the hymn in a massive crescendo! No practice, just sheer spontaneity, and boy “Battle Hymn of the Republic” has remained firmly in my heart and soul since. Thank you Leith Links Primary School, Leith, Edinburgh you taught me well🙏and thank you Iowa All-State Chorus and Orchestra, just sublime🫶🏽
Approximately 10 years later…. My spirit rises to its feet applauding with gratitude. August 2022… 🙌👏🙏.
Without question, this is the finest performance of this wonderful piece of music I have ever heard !!
OMG!!!! They will never ever forget this experience. Well Done!!!!
The great Wilhousky version! I have sung this so many times! Beautifully done!
This is much better than any version I ever heard by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and I've heard their version several times. This beats them all!!!
Have you noticed that everyone talks about the Mormon Tabernacle Choir's version? This is good, but the Mormon Tabernacle Choir is simply superior. Their music is like no other, and I can't help but get lost in their angelic voices every time I listen to them.❤️
Agree. Close your eyes, listen to both. These kids are just as good!!
I just love this! I can watch it over and over again!
2012 was Iowa's best concert hands down... i cried
1988 Maryland All State Chorus. We did this song and just absolutely love hearing it. It’s a very nearly indescribable experience to be part of such a group. Vibrations to your very soul.
Coincidentally where I met my wife. Been together over 30 years now! Yay chorus!!!
You are making me cry rivers for the beauty of the way you have composed this most amazing old favorite song that I have loved since a child! Oh my, be proud of your hard work and your great gift to the world. God bless you each! What a performance!!!
The blend of this choir and all of the voices is amazing
I was there in ‘73 and ‘74 and we sang it and remember it all our life.
1976 New Jersey All-State Choir and Orchestra. Same arrangement. I can still sing it, and I still feel the same rush every time I hear it.
Such a devastating time for me to find this video as only a couple of days ago several tornados ravished through Iowa leaving all sorts of havoc and mayhem behind, my thoughts and prayers go to the citizens of Iowa as I listen to this.
I’d love to be able see this show in the future. Talented people I love this
A beautiful rendition! May God Bless each and every one of those wo snag and played that day! As well as those present who sang in their hearts!
The first verse always gets me.
I am so proud to be an American.
you can't say that these days. kind of sad really
The mixing of the choir sections was impressive. More effort to maintain your part and not get mixed up is required. Excellent work by choir members and director. A hearty WELL DONE to all.
Ahh!! Those glorious first soprano voices made me cry!🥲🎶
We had the Wilhousky beat into our brains in Advanced Mixed Chorus. 40 years later I can still sing my part from memory
Same here but only 20 years later and i can still do my part from memory
Brings back memories of singing this exact composition in a NW IA high school in 89. Then in a community choir in Missouri. Such a beautiful work. :)
Great job! Outstanding! Very moving!
Makes me proud to be from Iowa
I was in the Illinois All-State Choir in 1967...a proud day indeed. I wish we would have been able to sing this. This rendition is just beautiful and the kids so very talented.
Two bucket list items for this non choir parent from Texas..
1. Be present in the hotel atrium for the Star-Spangled Banner as performed by the Kentucky All State Choir
2. Attend the Iowa All State Chorus and Orchestra performance of the Battle Hymn
Oh my, how beautiful, wonderful rendition of the BHOTR, thank you.
Those trumpets say it all.
This was a very thrilling rendition of this song - i loved the spirit of the Conductor and it reminded me of when i sang bass/baritone in my high schools choir
OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE BY ALL!! I have chills at the sheer beauty of this fantastic rendition of this iconic composition! I think this is my all time favorite variation, even better than the Tabernacle Choir! WELL DONE!
Magnificent performance. Thank you so much for sharing. We used to sing it in college. Great memories back. 💕 👍
Its great how well you can hear all the different parts in this video
I hope that everyone who sings this hymn or hears it that they know the origins of it and the powerful meaning behind it! I get emotional as I hear those words being sung.
Absolutely beautiful
just listened to this and gave me chills and it is 90 degrees outside wonderful job thank you all
One of my favorites,well done by this chorus and symphony
Hats off..Absolutely nailed it. The best version on TH-cam. WOW.
Enjoying this rendition here on the 4th of July weekend. This is even better then the Mormon Tabernacle Choir verson in my opinion.
Godlike rendition. Maybe the best I've ever heard
Best rendition of this song!
The conductor gets so excited towards the end, because he knows these kids nailed it!
素晴らしい！！なんて美しいハーモニーと調和なんだ！！！！
Awesome performance! The singers and musicians were wonderful! And, whoever did the arrangement* and composition needs some huge accolades, this arrangement* and composition is majestic! Well done!!
*Sounds likes Peter J. Wilhousky's arrangement.
I'M NOT CRYI YOUR CRYING!
*The Imperium Approves*
Outstanding!! From Philippines!
Excellent performance!
Beautiful. Touches the soul as nothing else can.
just amazing...thank you ..thank you !!
Just amazing. Fantastic youngsters.
REMARKABLE WORK! THANK YOU!!!!
This is wonderful. I still listen to this video over other. Blessing6
Greetings from Scotland ! - loved this thankyou XXX
I am moved to tears. These young people are so inspiring and to thimk we hat an impact this. Incredible hymn had on the outcome of the civil war
it's July 4th 2021...awesome guys! Loved it!
So nice to see the different choirs composing this Huge choir. All the different color robes.
That is one of the most grandiose choirs in the world, certainly the most powerful version of this song ever made in history...
Is it really a high school choir?? I'm from Brazil and I'm like.... speechless....
kaikewooziee yeah this is a composition of the best high school choir members in the state of Iowa
Jesus have mercy... there is no comparison to any other that I've seen....
kaikewooziee yeah i have made it into choir multiple times. We audition from all over the state and only 17% of 10,000 kids make it in
I'm a hardcore wobbler! It always makes me happy to see people who are really getting into the music. People will express their enjoyment in different ways, and that is perfectly fine.
Fantastic! Well done!
136,000 views and only 1,000 likes?! These Kids Did GREAT!!
A splendid performance.
Beautiful version
Good unity, inspired direction. A remarkable success. Bravo depuis Montréal.
08/23
Listened and listened and listened again
Who’s the condunctor
The Battle Hymn of our republic. May we always fight for America, the America envisioned by the brave soldiers and sailors who fought for the preservation of the United States and the freedom of every citizen.
If only ALL high school districts would support Music in our Schools!
Hallelujah, let this be God's "America the Beautiful. "
Absolutely amazing. Incredible young talent !!
Very athletic conductor jumping all over the place
Absolutely breathtaking!❤️
Bravo!! Wow! Wow, what a wonderful performance!
RESPECT
No words will suffice. Hats off 2 all
Cet Hymne à la fois patriotique et religieux est connu mondialement. Recemment je l'ai écouté chanté par une formation chretienne du Bengale. Il y avait bien sûr moins d'instruments mais presque tout autant de choristes. Là c'est une formation magistrale qui l'a Interprété et comme on dit en France "ça décoiffe ". On ne peut qu'apllodir ces jeunes choristes et ces jeunes musiciens.
Beautifully rendered
Wonderful. Simply wonderful.