Most people assume. on hearing this beautiful musical tribute, that it's of a girl bidding farewell to her lover--very likely called to the wars. But I have long believed that instead it's the voice of a Father, sending his son into battle. "The pipes are calling ..." traditional summons to service. "Tis you must go, and I must bide ..." For I am now too old and frail. Surely there is room for this interpretation.
Totally agree, but the real beauty of this air is that it is about love , weather it’s a son or a lover . It works for both a sweetheart or a parent . My dad used to sing it and that moved it to the next generation…….. never thought about anything other than a father to his son ……… but as l got older realised a it could be a mother or wife to her son husband .
It appears the exact same arrangement developed for Paul Robeson was used for the piano. ,. And I would say a first class vocal performance to go with it. A very classy artful and sweet performance to go with it.
I am not a Mormon, but I enjoy his rendition of The Holy City, Bless This House and other sacred classics. AFAIK he is not Irish, but did a marvelous job at singing Irish ballads, reminds me of John MacCormack. Not just a God-given voice and superb voice technique, but Stan Olsen sings with deep feelings from the heart. That's true interpretation!
What a great singer this man is.
Before he took his first bow, he brought the pianist alongside him. He is a star, and a gentleman.
He is a gentleman
Brother Stan, you bring comfort from miles away! Thank you!
Sir I am so comforted by your song. Thank you. Regards from Malaysia.
Most people assume. on hearing this beautiful musical tribute, that it's of a girl bidding farewell to her lover--very likely called to the wars. But I have long believed that instead it's the voice of a Father, sending his son into battle. "The pipes are calling ..." traditional summons to service. "Tis you must go, and I must bide ..." For I am now too old and frail. Surely there is room for this interpretation.
Totally agree, but the real beauty of this air is that it is about love , weather it’s a son or a lover . It works for both a sweetheart or a parent . My dad used to sing it and that moved it to the next generation…….. never thought about anything other than a father to his son ……… but as l got older realised a it could be a mother or wife to her son husband .
I loved it and play it over and over again at least once a ❤ week !
The sweetest tenor voice of all time.
yes
Splendid singing in all respects. A truly lovely voice.
I believe that he's honest with me.I believe in every word.
Beautiful
Beautiful.. heart felt.😊
It appears the exact same arrangement developed for Paul Robeson was used for the piano. ,. And I would say a first class vocal performance to go with it. A very classy artful and sweet performance to go with it.
I like his voice
Very much ..ditto
this is the best version I've heard so far
Give Finbar Wright a listen, truly amazing.
What a beautiful and powerful voice , look how far away from the microphone he stands.
What a wonderful interpretation!
Beautiful. He doesn’t “over-sing” it like the amateurs do.
Wonderful technique 😊
love his voice!
Thank you
❤
Great voice. Superb control. (BTW-Is he singing about Danny Ainge?)
I am not a Mormon, but I enjoy his rendition of The Holy City, Bless This House and other sacred classics. AFAIK he is not Irish, but did a marvelous job at singing Irish ballads, reminds me of John MacCormack. Not just a God-given voice and superb voice technique, but Stan Olsen sings with deep feelings from the heart. That's true interpretation!
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