*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

@KyleHaines615

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Liz!! Your hard work is always appreciated!

@josegenaroriveraloanzon

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Liz!

@Roberto-pd8vn

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the Lyrics, Liz. This is another great Petersens masterpiece!

@FrankvdMuijsenberg

Жыл бұрын

Thanks again, Liz!

@glennericksenmusic

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Liz!

Ellen, Julianna and Katie all have distinctive sounds to their voice and when you combine all three together sounds like angels singing.

@alexkoomen4453

Жыл бұрын

Beautiful

@digiclectic807

Жыл бұрын

Such diversity, yet harmony, like the Holy Trinity.

@jerryfarmer5737

Жыл бұрын

Totally agree.

@kennethwalters4786

Жыл бұрын

Thank you beautiful harmony lifts my spirit high

The harmonies on this are wonderful, and the setting was perfect. And whose heart isn't lifted by these three young ladies' smiles?

@andronikostheophilos

Жыл бұрын

Amen!

@WhiteysWickedWorkshop

Жыл бұрын

Whenever I hear them My eyes tear up of whole hearted Goodness. ❤

I love how the 2 look at their sister in the white when she's singing..... pure pride. But when they sing together ❤ sound out to the musicians

Where is music like this? Not necessarily Christian music, but music in general. I love the tone, harmony, and style.

@Htrac

Ай бұрын

Just any live folk music. Although the Peterson's mellifluous voices are really something else.

@Ringele5574

Ай бұрын

@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.

@colelitteral8369

28 күн бұрын

Listen to the Dillards

@ewhulbert

17 күн бұрын

This is bluegrass. Look up other bluegrass songs and you’ll find plenty.

@harper626

Сағат бұрын

try Branson Missouri. Plenty of this music there.

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.

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!

I’m not a Christian but I felt like one for three minutes and forty-one seconds just now. Beautiful song, beautifully sung.

@brettsmith5343

Жыл бұрын

I’m a Christian but can feel that ❤

@ednmh

Жыл бұрын

Become one and the song takes on a whole different feeling.

@petertraudes106

Жыл бұрын

Hamdulila

@oooof6861

Жыл бұрын

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

@FilmBuffBros

Жыл бұрын

The feeling is mutual.

The three girls have very different voices but they are masters at blending them into beautiful music. Such a talented family all .

@WhiteysWickedWorkshop

Жыл бұрын

Isnt it amazing how they all have there own style but are all awesome? And BAM! wow Together.....PHEW! truly blessed!

@dlagrua

Жыл бұрын

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

Oh my goodness Katie, Ellen and Julianne sound fantastic!!!!!! Love this!!!

these voices are a real medicine for ear and mind

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.

@coverful78

Жыл бұрын

*your

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!

@user-io9ie5cs8j

2 ай бұрын

It is a true blessing to hear

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

@KyleHaines615

Жыл бұрын

I never saw the movie but I did come across it on KZread 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

@ThePetersens

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Daniel!

@JonathanReynolds1

2 ай бұрын

O Brother Where Art Thou?

@DSWEIG

Ай бұрын

Whoa brother

I loved Emmylou's and Allison's version of this song from Oh Brother, where art Thou. But then I heard THIS. These young ladies are really something special.

@russyeatman5631

23 күн бұрын

Emmylou, and Allison AND Gillian Welch, who sang lead.

My wife and I were in Branson last week. Tuesday afternoon we went to the Little Opry House to see The Petersons. They were wonderful and they played this song during their performance.

I listen to the Petersens every night before i go to bed and sleep :D

Such uplifting, lovely voices. So nice to see natural beautiful women with a heart for Jesus.

Beauty is often hidden in a simple things,and it's also in this case-three beautiful voices.

@beartastic-ftw

Жыл бұрын

..not hidden all that well:P

I just noticed that the girls' dresses are red white and blue. Nice touch for a classic American song.

Julianna's voice is a gift from heaven.

@quill444

Жыл бұрын

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 -

Three Petersen Ladies singing at once, magical ✨ 💖 💕 💛

Three beautiful young ladies, three beautiful voices, one beautiful song. A blessing from God.

All three young ladies have distinct voices Ellen has the power voice , Julianne has a lyrical voice (look up Gordon Lightfoot) and Katie voice sounds like a soft summer rain, separately they all have beautiful voices but when they sing together well it's magical

@digiclectic807

Жыл бұрын

Well said. I like how you describe Julianne's voice, that's exactly it. I especially like how Katie will sing high at times to complement Julianne's voice: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qGaircyupbDgc8o.html. Katie is definitely a creative genius like Emmett.

What an excellent version of this song. And, I'm glad nobody fell in the water, at the end.

@KyleHaines615

Жыл бұрын

I think it would've made the outro more entertaining

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!!

@susannabonke8552

Жыл бұрын

May we saviour always hold your hand and light your path no matter where. He went through the dark valley before us.

@josephstevens9888

Жыл бұрын

Be strong brother... be strong!

@lawtonsegler1923

Жыл бұрын

Amen. The internet can lead people straight to hell or be the perfect prescription to help soothe the soul.

Beautiful harmony, ladies. I could listen to this all day long.

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!

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

Red, White and Blue! Beautiful singing ladies.👏👏👏 You've done it before but with this performance I think it's safe to say we definitely have a new Trio now. You've really made this one your own. The changes compared to other versions are very nice. I love your intonation of 'Show me the way' and then with somewhat more emphasis 'Show us the way'. Thanks so much for this.

@ThePetersens

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Frank! Glad you enjoyed it and it's so fun to have you always notice the little things :)

@SparrowStockwell

Жыл бұрын

I noticed that, too, but not right away. I LOVE that white embroidered dress.

Yes, Petersen sisters are like the ancient Muses. Really angelic voices and best skills with different instruments. Greetings from Italy. Gianfranco 🇮🇹♥️

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.

This is just amazing! The harmonies are so beautiful. I'm getting very excited about that album now. 🥰

@timfoster7789

Жыл бұрын

Yes Julia, waiting on the album here also, this song and amazing grace I think will be my favorites on it.

@ThePetersens

Жыл бұрын

We are so excited, too!

@emmajo4880

Жыл бұрын

@@ThePetersens Can't wait!!!!!!!!! 😆

Beautiful arrangement, Emmett and Katie! And wonderfully performed by all. Has become my favorite version of this song.

Beautiful. With those voices I think GOD has sent 3 of his angels.

Three very beautiful girls with great talent

First of all, I wanted to emphasize that, this time, the musical basis is given by only three instruments: dobro, guitar and double bass. But these three instruments, and the professionalism of those who play them, accompany the singing with an absolute sweetness that reaches perfection. Then the voices of Katie, Ellen and Julianne, each one with her different and particular timbre, as it is even more than other times, reach incredible sonorities. Both alone and in harmonizations, they manage to convey that atmosphere of beauty and purity that the same song (of Baptism) inspires. Once again I got really moved. Thanks. Roberto 🙏❤ P.S. The final scene of the three girls crossing the stream barefoot is also very beautiful and completes the video perfectly.

@ThePetersens

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Roberto!!

@gianfrancoperticone7373

Жыл бұрын

Eh beh sempre forti, bravi. Sono sempre contento di sentirli. Ciao Roberto. Gianfranco.

@emmajo4880

Жыл бұрын

Yes, Roberto! Everything about this video is so carefully and beautifully thought out!

@Roberto-pd8vn

Жыл бұрын

@@gianfrancoperticone7373 Ciao Gianfranco. È proprio vero non smettono mai di stupirci. Passano dai classici dei Beatles a questi brani gospel con una facilità che ha quasi dell'incredibile. Ed ogni volta è sempre tutto perfetto! Grazie come sempre per i tuoi bei commenti, ho letto anche gli altri. Ti auguro un bel fine settimana. Ciao. Roberto

@Roberto-pd8vn

Жыл бұрын

@@emmajo4880 Of course, I totally agree! Hello again Emma!

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.

GOOSEBUMPS…!!!👌👌👌 Best greetings from an financial officer from Germany who never get‘s goosebumps. Keep it up 👍👍👍

There are few things more beautiful than the harmonies of siblings!!! Thank you!!!!!

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!

I remember my own three sisters singing this song, I believe at church, it is an amazing song.

I’ve never heard anything like it!!

I love the combination of the three sisters' voices, just wonderful!

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!

Wholesomeness needs to make a comeback.

The Peterson family show people the positiveness of having faith in Christ . They are good witnesses to Gods great way. This song is about Baptism confirming the individual persons faith , love and commitment to Christ . Its wonderful.

@alperdue2704

Жыл бұрын

My daughter was ready to be baptized but waited until summer so she could be baptized in the river. She wanted to honor her grandmother who was baptized the same way. She played this on the way there and home.

Its amazing one doesnt need to be Christian to appreciate a beautiful song.

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.

@gabrielarch394

Жыл бұрын

Dear brother dear sister you will be in my prayers God bless you

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. ❤️

How to resist the melodious song of the 3 little mermaids of the Finley River ??????? IMPOSSIBLE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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. ❤

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.

So refreshing to hear real music again🙏

nice build from single voices to blended voice crescendo. love it!

@kadehebert201

4 ай бұрын

U sound like a musician, are you?

I have an eclectic taste in music but this song has remained one of my favourites for many years. Thank you for bringing your style, class and beauty to this rendition. It’s now one of my favourite versions of one of my favourite songs ❤

I've been waiting for this one to get on KZread. 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 just love it when the three sisters sing together . They are sooo good . It gives me goosebumps every time . Thanks to all of you ! ✌

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!

at 1'45, they sing first beautifully in canon, then take up the chorus together... So simple and so beautiful at the same time ! Mesmerizing!!!

Absolutely stunning,brought tears to my eyes, that Petersen family harmony is just unmatched!!!

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 😍😘

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.

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.

Yesterday KZread algorithm finally suggested your channel to me and I binged watched almost everything. When I didn't see this song, I hoped and prayed for it soon. Its better than I imagined and sooner than hoped for!

@tobystamps2920

Жыл бұрын

They’re very easy to binge watch! I did and still do.

Goosebumps!

Best of the best. Amazing voices! And Julianne dont be so shy, you are singing very beautiful. Thanks for all of you!

@Blackhawk1286

4 ай бұрын

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

Beautiful ladies... Beautiful family... Beautiful music... Simply beautiful !

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.

Wow, that interlude at 1:46 was just beautiful. You guys really know how to take advantage of your beautiful voices and harmonies.

Just now discovering your lovely and extremely talented family, and enjoying the music so much. Thank you!

Listening to this song for probably the 50th time it occured to me that some people who are cynical would say that you are doing a good job of "selling" this song with sincerety. But what you are doing is an incredible of "living" this song in every look, every nuance and expression! People are being saved with your music, of that I have no doubt!

I like this song, the movie was awesome.

I missed the wading in the river the first time. Very sweet.

Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! …..Oh, and did I remember to say Awesome!

My all time favorite Petersen song, Etched in my memory, so beautiful. Tell it, tell it , tell it!

The talents of this family are a testament to the sheer beauty of God’s creation.

There's just nothing quite as nice and beautiful as listening to sisters harmonize, it's a special sound

Great choice of chords and arrangement. Lots of great tension and release. Best arrangement ever.

With the sun shining down as it was in this video, it looked like you had halos. Only fitting since you sing like angels

Every time I listen to and watch this video, I feel happy inside. It's impossible to feel anything else.

I live in German, i love your kind to make music as family, this one IS a wonderful song...❤️...go on lovely Petersen Family!!!

Love that you incorporated this into your shows too. I freely admit that I immediately thought of "O' brother where art thou" when you sang it in the theatre

@emmajo4880

Жыл бұрын

Man I would love to see this performed live!

I love the part with the unison vocals

Every song becomes my new favorite. This is my new favorite.

Spiritual music moving even to us non-believers. Music is music.

The difference between the Petersens and other groups who sing this is that the Petersens sing it from conviction. That said however there rendition is absolutely beautiful. I would love them to visit Ireland again and maybe come north as well 😀.

Sweet Sisters forever 💞 absolutely beautiful 💖

I love you so much. This song is among my favorites, anyway, anything you sing becomes a favorite, a golden song. You are a Midas Band for music and your contribution to this Art is more important than one think for now.

I sing in church music ministry and have 2 siblings! You just can't beat the genetic harmonies!! I love this ladies! God's richest blessings to you all and.... Look Up Church!!! John 17:17

Wow listening to this is like a recharge for the soul

@kadehebert201

4 ай бұрын

Man you are talking to me now brother.

The interlude added at the 1:45 mark is just beautiful, I never get tired of listening to it.

@Sooch694

Жыл бұрын

I agree! They are all wonderful, remarkable people

We really like the few humorous seconds following the recording, and thank you for this lovely song. Greets from Belgium

@korkkdoe5626

7 ай бұрын

It is SO Petersens , isn't it!!!!

Dear Mum, Mrs Petersen.. another gem. God bless.

Help me, I've been blown over and I can't get up. The unison then 3 part split was masterful. Dang, I am so glad I found y'all!

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 grew up mainly on mainstream 80s / 90s rock n roll, pop, etc., and only liked a few country songs here or there, but now you gals got me shocked at how I love every dang one of your videos. 😄 STOP IT! STOP BEING SO GOOD! 😄

Love the harmony

We are blessed by your music... Greetings from Denmark to the entire family and thank you for another wonderful performance:)