College singers raise the bar Josh Groban’s hit song “Acapella Mastery” to a whole new level
An acapella song played well can add new depth to any track, whether it’s because the lack of instruments brings out the words or the singers’ skill at keeping the listeners interested. “You Raise Me Up,” Josh Groban’s 2003 hit, sounds especially good when sung by Brigham Young University’s (BYU) Vocal Point. Their version of this moving song gives it new life.
Acapella group BYU Vocal Point was started by Dave Boyce and Bob Ahlander in 1991. The group has nine members. The group became very popular on campus very quickly, and their first show was so popular that it sold out.
How BYU Vocal Point Became Famous for Acapella
The BYU Vocal Point has won a lot of awards since it started, including fifth place on the third season of NBC’s The Sing-Off. They got even more attention for their ability in December 2018 when they announced on social media that they had signed a record deal with Decca Gold, a classical label owned by Universal Music Group. Jason Bromley, a member, thought, “We’re just normal college students doing amazing things.”
“You Raise Me Up” music video: a beautiful vocal journey
The movie for “You Raise Me Up” is set in a beautiful valley with mountains in the background. It begins with a single clear voice, and soon another voice joins in rhythm, adding to the sound’s complex layers. The group’s vocals are clear and bright, and they make amazing percussion-like sounds with their voices.
The singers’ performance of the song becomes more intense as they move through the mountain scenery. The peacefulness of the scene is almost tangible, showing how music can take a person to a different place.
A one-of-a-kind and in tune rendition
It’s hard to tell who the lead singers are because the musicians’ harmonies blend together so well. Their version of this widely covered song is pleasantly unique, not just a copy of the original. They add their own style and arrangement to the song, and at the end, they add a new hook that makes the duets sound better. A choir of more students adds to the power of the finish, making it a truly powerful ending.
People will love this amazing version of “You Raise Me Up” by BYU Vocal Point. Sit back and enjoy this one-of-a-kind and inspiring show.
