The King's Singers: If I can help somebody - Alma Androzzo (arr. Stacey V. Gibbs)

This is a new single from The King's Singers' upcoming album 'Finding Harmony', which explores songs from all of the world which have helped bring communities together and give them a voice in difficult times. 'If I can help somebody' is a song which became popular during the struggles of the American Civil Rights movement. It was one of Martin Luther King Jr's favourite hymns, and he quoted it in one of his final sermons before his assassination. The Civil Rights movement had music and singing at its very core, and the words of this song summarise the message of hope which lay at the centre of it.

The arrangement was written for The King's Singers by American composer and arranger Stacey V. Gibbs. Stacey grew up in Tennessee, as part of a large family who frequently sang together. This song is one of his all-time favourites, and The King's Singers are thrilled that Stacey collaborated with them for three of the songs on Finding Harmony.

Listen to the single here:

The King's Singers:
Patrick Dunachie -- countertenor
Edward Button -- countertenor
Julian Gregory -- tenor
Christopher Bruerton -- baritone
Nick Ashby -- baritone
Jonathan Howard -- bass

[inesdeerausquin]

Oh my heavens, this bass.... I'm in love. They're all amazing, (kudos to the countertenors too!) but those effortless low notes get me... (swoon.) Okay, I'll stop fangirling...

[Butterbeerd]

I have had the pleasure of meeting Stacey Gibbs. What a kind soul. Thank you for this performance!

[gagagaga]

Я рада слушать этих великолепных музыкантов, а в баса просто влюбилась.(Москва)

[marsmensch]

This line-up has a really good chemistry which translates to the music! Just beautiful.
Also great solo by Johnny, Eddie and Julian!

[BTL]

In diesem einen Lied sind so viele feinsten und verschiedenen Elemente zu hören wie die glitzernden Juwelen... Ich kann immer wieder hören und entdeckte so schöne Momente. Einfach ein himmlisches Geschenk.

[interroga-te-ipsum]

Oh my god, why haven't I seen this before? I love Julian's and Johnny's voices so much!

[GARLOVMUZ]

I Heard This Hymn Quite Often As A Child Growing Up. So Awesome To Hear Again So Beautifully Performed By The King’s Singers. Thank You Gentlemen🎵

[annemccb]

I'm sorry but this song makes me bawl!

[karlmilton]

Such potential, this line-up could turn out to be the best yet, give it another year and we will see the ultimate KS .

[josephbergey]

Had the privilege of hearing them perform this live at St John's, Georgetown DC.
Superbly done!

[NathanTax]

The finest among finest of ensemble singing. Impeccable technique, diction, and breathing. A perfectly balanced arrangement, perfectly executed, serving both message and melody. Truly unrivaled! Very much ooking forward to this cd, which might well become the best one yet in all of the King's singers history...

[musicworship]

Beautiful arrangement by Stacey Gibbs! Wonderfully executed by The King's Singers! I feel it!

[zyr]

great work !very happy to watch eddie solo ! always love julian johny solo

[milkarubtsova]

Can't believe my ears! Absolutely stunning performance!

[lesleywilbourne]

Wow I have got goosebumps running up and down my scalp! You’re THERE! You’re a complete unit now with an ethereal KS sound. Guess I am going to have to buy your album

[badbucky]

I play this song on the reg, so good! Please come back to the USA soon! I'll be front and center :)

[NathanQED]

Excellent arrangement (tasty harmony + lots of great moments) and performed with very nuanced expression. Take 6 -esque.

[elifg]

Jonathan's voice is what his name means..