Having grown up just outside the Blueridge Mountains and the Shenandoah Valley, I can't hear this song without thinking of home. Those mountains will forever be home, and this song will forever make me cry.
Mr John McDermott version of this song, is truly one of pure beauty and great talent!!! I LOVE it!!!! I have not only this song on my IPod but many many others of John . Enjoy people, enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!
As I listen to this version I can close my eyes and be transported back to the Shenandoah Valley which I visited. Just a beautiful, moving rendition of a song that is American.
Thanks very much for your comment! :) The song itself is beautiful, but it's probably even more beautiful if you have seen this place and you can remember it while listening.
The most beautiful thing I have ever heard. Being a native, of Missouri, and retired in Idaho, it's really hard to hold the tears back, listening to this.
banjopicker1969 Yes I’m a native of Missouri too and I hope one day the true origin of this beautiful song will be noticed. I know it takes place on the Missouri River but they all think it’s about Virginia but I know it isn’t.
He has the most beautiful voice I've ever heard. When he sang Danny Boy it brought tears to my eyes. Everything he sings is amazing and he definitely has a gift and it comes from his heart.
Here is another beautiful song by him... ruclips.net/video/MjNwsTbixbc/видео.html...John McDermott recorded a song for his parents' 50th wedding anniversary when he was "discovered". Check this song out as well...ruclips.net/video/NNL_wGZgV5Q/видео.html
Definitely the most beautiful song ever to originate in America and no one sings it better that John McDermott. Thank you, LadyGreyCarolyn for taking the time to produce this and other John McDermott songs.
Thank you for these beautiful songs. I am 3 generations removed from a Donegal family who came in the 1850's and this music moves me to remember. I had the pleasure of visiting Ireland for a week a few years back and oved it. Thanks again
***** As an Irish American, I cannot believe that you are neither Irish or Scotch. You obviously have their soul to love such beautiful music by a phenomenal singer
Joe Cunningham Maybe I have some drop of Celts blood left from ancient people who inhabited the land where I live :) That's how I could explain my love for this music!
I simply love this version of this wonderful song. I come from the highlands of Scotland and have made the Shenandoah Valley my home for the last 12 years - we have the honor of owning one of the oldest log properties in the valley (1790)...I shall be purchasing his music... Thank you for letting us hear this.
This is a beautiful song. One of my fondest memories was going on Skyline Drive and stopping to look down on the Shenandoah River and Valley. It is truly God's Country.
By FAR my favorite of the "Irish Tenors". And actually, my favorite tenor just in general. While he has that operatic voice, somehow he still has that "everyman" quality to his voice. It's hard to explain, but I just love the way he sings.
Thanks My Lady for your time in teaching me some new music and the voice of an amazing Tenor. And when I used to hear this sung by others it always made me think of the books I have read about that part of the USA. I now have another thought when I hear this song.
Saw a picture of the Shenandoah Valley pop up as a screensaver on my laptop and was reminded of the song that I loved as a wee little boy, so I started looking for it on RUclips and found your channel. Thanks for sharing this and opening my eyes, ears and heart to the beautiful voice of John McDermott.
Yesterday was the 38th anniversary of the loss of my beloved Mom. It was a sad few days with the 13th anniversary of 9/11 here in NYC and then, I remembered all of your youtube postings of John and came here again to hear that beautiful voice. He gets right to the heart. Thanks you again, Lady GreyC. for putting John where he can be heard.
Thanks to you for sharing about your memories, indeed they have been sad days for you. But you're welcome, and I'm glad I can be of some help just by posting videos! God bless you :)
mary jane Prouty Mary Jane I send to you my deepest condolences at your double loss. No mom should lose a child. I hope the beautiful music and heart that John puts into each song brings you comfort and loving memories of your lass. Life is not easy at all. God bless. Barbara
mary jane Prouty God bless you, Mary Jane, and accept my condolences as well for your losses. I hope music can help you at least a little bit when sadness becomes too strong...
Thanks so much for posting. My father played this song in the car as a kid. I scoured RUclips until I found the exact version. I immediately knew this was the one as soon as it started. Thank you.
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to hear you Away, you rolling river Oh, Shenandoah, I long to hear you Away, we’re bound away, across the wide Missouri Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you Away, you rolling river Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you Away, we’re bound away, across the wide Missouri Tis seven long years, since last I saw you Away you rolling river Tis seven long years, since last I saw you Away, we're bound away across the wide Missouri Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you Away, you rolling river Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you Away, we’re bound away, across the wide Missouri Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you Across the wide Missouri Oh, Shenandoah, oh, Shenandoah, oh, Shenandoah
Roy Sheaks if you have any of the Celt in you this song and all the others will bring it out in you maybe you should do the DNA test you might be surprised
Charles Bates Believe I actually do have a very wee bit of Irish blood, French, Danish and mostly German. My my great, great, great...grandpa, Jacob, came from Germany in 1769 when he was 9. He fought in the American Revolution. A farmer, of course.
This song actually has nothing to do with the Shenandoah Valley or river, other than being historically and culturally misappropriated by my fellow Virginians. It's a song about a person named Shenandoah and the Missouri River. This is a very nice version by John McDermott.
Duck Cluck Goose Right it makes me sad that all of these covers don’t show the place where it actually came from. Which is nothing but the Missouri River.
Hi,LadyGreyCarolyn...Thanks so much for uploading all the beautiful songs of JOHN MCDERMOTT!! I enjoyed them all!! is it possible to upload one particular song I like by John called CRAZY MARY?
Shenandoah: {John Gate} sings of a she doe on the land, his love for his daughter upon the sands of the land in which the flowing arteries of water cast artistic veins which mold her into a witch. This is the Latter Day Pygmalion story of creation that is Lion-Dragon 7/26/1964 B.A.S. + {Daughter of the Sun} & now Mother of Louis Bullock.
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to hear you Away, you rolling river Oh, Shenandoah, I long to hear you Away, we’re bound away, across the wide Missouri Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you Away, you rolling river Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you Away, we’re bound away, across the wide Missouri Tis seven long years, since last I saw you Away you rolling river Tis seven long years, since last I saw you Away, we're bound away across the wide Missouri Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you Away, you rolling river Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you Away, we’re bound away, across the wide Missouri Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you Across the wide Missouri Oh, Shenandoah, oh, Shenandoah, oh, Shenandoah
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Having grown up just outside the Blueridge Mountains and the Shenandoah Valley, I can't hear this song without thinking of home. Those mountains will forever be home, and this song will forever make me cry.
Mr John McDermott version of this song, is truly one of pure beauty and great talent!!!
I LOVE it!!!!
I have not only this song on my IPod but many many others of John .
Enjoy people, enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!
One of the best voices in the world. This is so great, it brings me to tears, and I'm a tough guy.
+suprsnips Thanks very much for sharing your feelings about this song!
Then my friend, you've mastered the most important talent of all time...listening with your heart.
Yo suprsnips, only real toough guys really cry .
My god does this man have a voice! this is the most magnficent version of Shanandoah I've ever heard, and it is a song I've always loved.
I agree with you, he has a magnificent voice!
Thanks very much for your comment :-)
+LadyGreyCarolyn, Michael Landon sings this song very well
I will look for this version, thank you!deb kerr
You should hear John sing this live in concert without a full orchestra; absolutely AMAZING~~
Simply amazing, his voice is both biting and silk. Pure Celtic phenomena
He is one singer than has a voice that comes straight from his heart. His love of the music is always there.
The best rendition ever
Yep, though Geoff Castellucci's version is incredible as well in a different but still great way.
As I listen to this version I can close my eyes and be transported back to the Shenandoah Valley which I visited. Just a beautiful, moving rendition of a song that is American.
Thanks very much for your comment! :)
The song itself is beautiful, but it's probably even more beautiful if you have seen this place and you can remember it while listening.
The most beautiful thing I have ever heard. Being a native, of Missouri, and retired in Idaho, it's really hard to hold the tears back, listening to this.
banjopicker1969 Yes I’m a native of Missouri too and I hope one day the true origin of this beautiful song will be noticed. I know it takes place on the Missouri River but they all think it’s about Virginia but I know it isn’t.
He has the most beautiful voice I've ever heard. When he sang Danny Boy it brought tears to my eyes. Everything he sings is amazing and he definitely has a gift and it comes from his heart.
Have you heard his acapella version of "Danny Boy?" My god....
Yes. It likes a voice from folks.
Here is another beautiful song by him... ruclips.net/video/MjNwsTbixbc/видео.html...John McDermott recorded a song for his parents' 50th wedding anniversary when he was "discovered". Check this song out as well...ruclips.net/video/NNL_wGZgV5Q/видео.html
His singing brings tears into my eyes. No better compliment can I make.
But it's a beautiful compliment indeed! I agree with your words. Thanks for you comment!
This has to be in the top five of my favorite songs. Never sounded better!
Definitely the most beautiful song ever to originate in America and no one sings it better that John McDermott. Thank you, LadyGreyCarolyn for taking the time to produce this and other John McDermott songs.
Thank you for these beautiful songs. I am 3 generations removed from a Donegal family who came in the 1850's and this music moves me to remember. I had the pleasure of visiting Ireland for a week a few years back and oved it. Thanks again
You're very welcome, thanks to you for sharing memories of your family history :)
*****
As an Irish American, I cannot believe that you are neither Irish or Scotch. You obviously have their soul to love such beautiful music by a phenomenal singer
Joe Cunningham Maybe I have some drop of Celts blood left from ancient people who inhabited the land where I live :) That's how I could explain my love for this music!
Joe Cunningham He was born in Glasgow, Scotland and moved to Canada when he was ten years old.
John P My home town.
I simply love this version of this wonderful song. I come from the highlands of Scotland and have made the Shenandoah Valley my home for the last 12 years - we have the honor of owning one of the oldest log properties in the valley (1790)...I shall be purchasing his music... Thank you for letting us hear this.
This is a beautiful song. One of my fondest memories was going on Skyline Drive and stopping to look down on the Shenandoah River and Valley. It is truly God's Country.
Ronald Donett Thanks very much for your comment, I'm happy this song brings you back beautiful memories!
Ronald Donett This song isn’t based on the valley.
A beautiful rendition of one of the most beautiful American songs.
I just found this clip and I am very impressed. It is so emotional. American traditions, art and music are loved by all humans.
The Shenandoah , is a Beautiful song, a song of love for a place , that touches many !! But a Song for Peace !! Not a Song for a Divide !!
This is another wonderful song that I "feel", not just listen, because it´s sung by John McDermott.
I've seen John in concert many times. He is magnificent!
By FAR my favorite of the "Irish Tenors". And actually, my favorite tenor just in general. While he has that operatic voice, somehow he still has that "everyman" quality to his voice. It's hard to explain, but I just love the way he sings.
A beautiful classic of americana, and John McDermott nails it! Sublime!
WOW! i love this version almost as much as Hayley's.I didn't know John is such a good singer,i'm going to listen to more of his songs.thanx 4 posting.
John Mc is one of the BEST artists ever. An incredible talent, what a beautiful voice
it's absolutely fantastic. it remembers me my best moments with family
Thanks very much for your comment :)
Das ist die perfekte Stimme!! Einzigartig, stark, wunderschööööön!! BRAVO!
i dont know why this connects me with a place Ive never been but its very powerful xx
I understand your feeling about this music :) Thanks very much for your comment!
Thanks My Lady for your time in teaching me some new music and the voice of an amazing Tenor. And when I used to hear this sung by others it always made me think of the books I have read about that part of the USA. I now have another thought when I hear this song.
Beautiful rendition. Thanks for posting Carolyn!
john mcdermott owns this song! what a gorgeous voice.
Beautiful song, beautiful meaning
+Matt Vozza Thanks for your comment!
superb song..fantastic voice!
+Ed Anthony Thanks for your comment!
What a singer from Glasgow Scotland,,,
SO BEAUTIFUL. . . the picture and his voice
Saw a picture of the Shenandoah Valley pop up as a screensaver on my laptop and was reminded of the song that I loved as a wee little boy, so I started looking for it on RUclips and found your channel. Thanks for sharing this and opening my eyes, ears and heart to the beautiful voice of John McDermott.
it doesn't get better then that
It's magical
Yesterday was the 38th anniversary of the loss of my beloved Mom. It was a sad few days with the 13th anniversary of 9/11 here in NYC and then, I remembered all of your youtube postings of John and came here again to hear that beautiful voice. He gets right to the heart. Thanks you again, Lady GreyC. for putting John where he can be heard.
Thanks to you for sharing about your memories, indeed they have been sad days for you. But you're welcome, and I'm glad I can be of some help just by posting videos! God bless you :)
***** God bless you also, Lady Grey. Listening to his voice helps push the dark clouds away and let in the sun. Regards, Barbara
mary jane Prouty Mary Jane I send to you my deepest condolences at your double loss. No mom should lose a child. I hope the beautiful music and heart that John puts into each song brings you comfort and loving memories of your lass. Life is not easy at all. God bless. Barbara
mary jane Prouty
God bless you, Mary Jane, and accept my condolences as well for your losses. I hope music can help you at least a little bit when sadness becomes too strong...
mary jane Prouty You are welcome, MaryJane. I hope that time is helping to ease your pain. God bless you. Barbara
Thanks so much for posting. My father played this song in the car as a kid. I scoured RUclips until I found the exact version. I immediately knew this was the one as soon as it started. Thank you.
Love this song, love this singer. I've been to 4 John McDermott concerts & plan on many more. Thanks for posting this.
Thanks to you for your kind comment! :-) I would like to go to one of his concerts!
Abigail Marston and Jack Marston really love this song
thanks for sharing this song.
its magnificently beautiful and thank you for uploading it ,may god bless you
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to hear you
Away, you rolling river
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to hear you
Away, we’re bound away, across the wide Missouri
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you
Away, you rolling river
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you
Away, we’re bound away, across the wide Missouri
Tis seven long years, since last I saw you
Away you rolling river
Tis seven long years, since last I saw you
Away, we're bound away across the wide Missouri
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you
Away, you rolling river
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you
Away, we’re bound away, across the wide Missouri
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you
Across the wide Missouri
Oh, Shenandoah, oh, Shenandoah, oh, Shenandoah
Peter Hollens does an excellent, modern rendition of Shenandoah. John McDermott brings out the Irish in all of us, and I'm not Irish.
Thanks very much for your comment!
He's a Scots man..... Irish father Scottish mother, like myself but Irish Mom Scottish father
John's mom, Hope was born in Ireland also. Ballymena. John and his siblings were born in Scotland.
Roy Sheaks if you have any of the Celt in you this song and all the others will bring it out in you maybe you should do the DNA test you might be surprised
Charles Bates Believe I actually do have a very wee bit of Irish blood, French, Danish and mostly German. My my great, great, great...grandpa, Jacob, came from Germany in 1769 when he was 9. He fought in the American Revolution. A farmer, of course.
OH WOW!! THANKS A MILLIONS!! I'LL WATCH OUT FOR IT!
Tennessee Ernie Ford and Paul Robson are also very good.
Mark Ferrari I'll look for them too, thanks!
***** Arlo Guthrie also has an excellent version. Possibly the most right, but not politically correct.
Terry Holt Thanks, Terry!
I warmly agree about Ford's recording.
Ford and Robson were basses or at least baritones; McDermott is a tenor.
So very beautiful!
This song has so many interpretations good up load thanks Lady
This is beautiful. Thank you for posting this song and video.
Lovely.This is great.
Thanks for posting! :) I love John McDermott.
Leeds utd
Thank you Lady Grey Carolyn for sharing.
The man was. Just superp no.other word for him rip
i like this song its so good! :)
Thanks very much for your comment!! ^_^
carol of the bells
something about this song, not sure what it is, but it's amazing. thank you for sharing this version
Thanks you for your comment!!
LadyGreyCarolyn after I listen to this again, I'm going to look at your page for other great uploads like this
This song actually has nothing to do with the Shenandoah Valley or river, other than being historically and culturally misappropriated by my fellow Virginians. It's a song about a person named Shenandoah and the Missouri River. This is a very nice version by John McDermott.
Duck Cluck Goose Right it makes me sad that all of these covers don’t show the place where it actually came from. Which is nothing but the Missouri River.
Knew that was the "Valley" as a VA boy. 'The meek shall inherit the earth'. I don't want the earth-just a place in the 'Valley'
Oh Shenandoah
Oh Shenandoah, my soul is at rest. Thank you LadyGreyCarolyn for presenting.
+Skillet Chitlins You're welcome, thanks to you for commenting!
The website Ballard of America has a long article about this song.
Merci Madame GreyCarolyn......
Hi,LadyGreyCarolyn...Thanks so much for uploading all the beautiful songs of JOHN MCDERMOTT!! I enjoyed them all!! is it possible to upload one particular song I like by John called CRAZY MARY?
Shenandoah: {John Gate} sings of a she doe on the land, his love for his daughter upon the sands of the land in which the flowing arteries of water cast artistic veins which mold her into a witch. This is the Latter Day Pygmalion story of creation that is Lion-Dragon 7/26/1964 B.A.S. + {Daughter of the Sun} & now Mother of Louis Bullock.
Thanks for watching and for your comments! :-)
hmmm that's tasty thanks
This song has nothing to do with the Shenandoah Valley or Shenandoah River!! It takes place no where other than the Missouri River.
Will they still notice comments six years later?
+Caleb Lawson I receive notifications of comments so I usually reply even if uploaded the video six years ago (time flies!!). Thanks for stopping by!
+LadyGreyCarolyn gorgeous song lady thank you for posting found it by accident was playing corries and ronnies ross
+grioghair macgrioghair You're welcome! :)
house of cards 👍🏼👍🏼
sad is it a sad song
+Claire Taylor Thanks for your comment!
reviews with incomplete sentences usually be ignored :)
he is trying to hard to sound, please some 80 people who liked this video open your ears
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to hear you
Away, you rolling river
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to hear you
Away, we’re bound away, across the wide Missouri
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you
Away, you rolling river
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you
Away, we’re bound away, across the wide Missouri
Tis seven long years, since last I saw you
Away you rolling river
Tis seven long years, since last I saw you
Away, we're bound away across the wide Missouri
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you
Away, you rolling river
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you
Away, we’re bound away, across the wide Missouri
Oh, Shenandoah, I long to see you
Across the wide Missouri
Oh, Shenandoah, oh, Shenandoah, oh, Shenandoah