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"Shenandoah" is going out to the unwashed masses tomorrow (FRIDAY 1.7.22) at 12pm EST. My prediction is that I have gastric distress as I'm hitting publish and then frantically drink coffee until the whole thing is over. Join me won't you? 😬

I'll be chatting along with the genpubs starting around 11:30ish so feel free to jump on the chat if you've got a few minutes. It's usually an average time for everyone involved, but I can make no promises on the quality of time that you'll have because that's just too much darned pressure. I wish us both the very best of lucks.

I'll look happily forward to seeing you tomorrow, I'll be the one sweating nervously at the keyboard trying not to ruin my um... underthings. See you soon!

https://youtu.be/cbFjVz_e8wo

-G

EDIT: I hope you like the thumbnail! I have no idea what the heck happened in that poll, but this is the one that Kathy liked, so BLAME HER! 

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Shenandoah | Bass Singer Cover | Geoff Castellucci

SUBSCRIBE: https://gphr3y.me/sbscrbe PATREON: https://gphr3y.me/ptrn Getting to re-imagine a dusty old tune like this one is one of my favorite things to do, and I hope you enjoyed this "rangey" (is that a word?) version of "Shenandoah". Thanks for watching and listening! Happy New Year, FOLKS! 😃 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/geoffcastellucci 🍎 Listen on https://apple.co/38YdpSb 🎧 Listen on https://spoti.fi/2VpMvOr 🎵 Grab Sheet Music Here: https://bit.ly/3dDcxo5 🎤 Karaoke Version: https://www.geoffcastellucci.com/store 👕 MERCH: https://www.geoffcastellucci.com/store 👇 Be old and boring with me here👇 https://www.geoffcastellucci.com/ https://www.patreon.com/geoffcastellucci https://www.instagram.com/geophr3y/ https://www.tiktok.com/@geophr3y https://www.facebook.com/geophr3y https://twitter.com/geophr3y https://www.thevoiceplay.com/ https://spoti.fi/2VpMvOr https://apple.co/38YdpSb RELEVANT HASHTAGS #Bass #Shenandoah #Singer #GeoffCastellucci Arranged, Produced, Filmed, Performed, and Edited by Geoff Castellucci Production Manager: Kathy Castellucci Mix Engineer: Ed Boyer Filmed at Pattycake Productions Studio Shenandoah is an old americana/folk song which may have originated as a sea-shanty around the time of The USA's civil war. Regardless of it's origins, I love this melody and if this is your first time hearing it, I hope I did it justice for you. Thanks again for watching!

Comments

Caitlin Binedell

Ooh everyone is going to love it!! I can't wait to see reactions. ❤❤❤

Emily Dion

I suggest saving the coffee till after the premier, don't want to have to run to the bathroom mid video 🤣

Eileen Parkman

I will be there with soothing fennel tea for your gastric distress and moral support for your heart - though I don't think you've anything to fret about - your version of this song is simply beautiful!

Angie Woollard

It’s going to be great, Geoff! We will all hold your hand. WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS. I promise. 👫 (Love the thumbnail!) (GOSH I love the way you write.)

Brontesaurus Rex

Sadly, will be trying to get eight-year-olds through a writing lesson. I'll be sure to show it to them later, though!

Gretchen G

Oh yay, I've been looking forward to this all week! I'll be there! Don't worry, everyone is going to love it. 💙 I don't think the coffee is gonna help with the gastric distress though. 😅

Els Peeters (=jopperke)

I showed my father the preview yesterday. His eyes got teary. You have nothing to be nervous about, the right nerves are being hit. 💕

Debs Badger

We've got you, G. Stop worrying.

Beth Comer

I have no doubt this will be well received. It's such a lovely piece of music.

Lois McCray

I trust Kathy's judgment in picking the perfect thumbnail. She has good taste, she married you after all.

Kaleigh Henderson

So TECHNICALLY I have class that goes from 11 til 1 tomorrow... but luckily it's a Zoom class, so I can have one tab open on Zoom and another open on YouTube and the teacher will NEVER KNOW! Mwahahaha!!! But in all seriousness, you have nothing to have gastric distress over. This song is breathtakingly gorgeous, and my (along with many others') new favorite on your channel. Talk to you tomorrow!

Sophie Llewellyn Smith

Seriously Geoff. Have you ever had a BAD premiere? Has anyone ever made disobliging comments while listening to your beautiful music? It'll be fine. People will coo, rave, or sit in slack-jawed amazement, you will amuse us with your wit and inability to keep up with the speed of the comments, and everyone will have a good time. But you'd be better off with chamomile tea. 😉

Alisha Watson

I'm sure it will do just fine. Kathy likes it and I know all of us do, as well😀 Blackbird has been my favorite for the longest, but this one is even better, in my opinion.

Jess M

You really should think about writing a book or something 😂

Veronica Thunander

Please, avoid the gastric distress, you know we all love you, whether we are able to be patrons or only support you free on YouTube (or other media)! This song is lovely and I’m sure the YouTubers will think so too!!! I’m so happy I found you and VoicePlay, I’m enjoying your music and performances sooooo much! I’ll surely join you with my mug of coffee!

Cindy Barber

So excited to be able to share this soon. I'll try and make the premier but work will determine a lot

Jennifer L. Cramp

Might I suggest Lavender Camomile tea instead for tomorrow, very soothing. Your video is beautiful, my new favorite. I've already listened to it countless times. You have Kathy cheerleading for you, and we patrons are cheering you on too. So, to quote Professor Fate from the movie "The Great Race", "Push the button Max!" come noon tomorrow.

Victoria Robinson

Sadly I’m working (also in EST) but I’ll be with you in spirit!

Jordi S

What Jennifer said 😊

Margo Zimny

Oh, you Crack me up! Clench those lower cheeks😂

Sarah Reach

I don't think you have anything to worry about. I have no idea yet if this will be a crowd pleaser, but for those of us it resonates with, it is powerful. I played the preview for my Mom on New Years day, and was surprised when my dad overheard and started singing along. We don't usually see eye to eye, but this song gave us something to bond over and really helped me start the year off right with him. I have you to thank for giving me that.

Amanda Hovendon

People are going to love this. Trust me❤️

Sophie Plourde

Hey no need to be nervous!❤️ Your fans are all here supporting you because we love you and everything you do! I for one am a huge fan of these types of videos with the piano🎹

Amanda W

YAAAAY! Can't wait to share this everywhere! 💜 ETA: That's my favorite thumbnail too. Thanks Kathy!

Tracie Schlaak

I absolutely love this masterpiece . I can’t wait to share it. 😊❤️

Jacklinka

Kathy likes it and so are we, everything will be great! Btw, we already decided that Kathy IS a superhero character in real life.

Valorie Rose Lyons

Yay! Looking forward to it. You created something beautiful, and you’ll have so many patrons there with you in spirit to comfort your nerves and celebrate your creation.

Suzy Bailey

No need for stress or worry Geoff, as Sophie said you've never had a bad premiere. I'd never heard this before but it's breathtakingly beautiful, almost literally! Every time I've listened to it when you come in with those beautiful harmonies I feel like I can't breathe till it's done. You'll see, it's gonna be great! 😥🙂💜

Rosie Boughen

Poor Geoff, you sound so defeated ☹️ (Gosh, what did that off-tune piano DO to you?!😰) It’s a beautiful song 💙 Can’t wait for tomorrow!!

Carol Franklin

I can’t wait for this to go out I’ve been telling everyone who’ll listen how beautiful it is. This isn’t a famous song here in the UK but I still get teary hearing you sing it. You’re videos drop at 5pm in London which is when I’m on a bus home from work I look forward to these Fridays! 👏🏻🔥

Tine

Well I am VERY excited about this one!! Hopefully it pays off for you Geoff. It and you really deserve it!!😊 we wouldn't dare to blame Kathy like that. Great thumbnail choice😁 Again such a way with words.. I really always enjoy that so much about these posts. No matter what they are about.

Veronika Troll

I think I can make it this time! Can't wait! :)

DnD Addict

What happened with the poll is that all of the options were great. I had heard of the song before but never heard it. Trust me when I say you will have the masses crying their eyes out due to the beauty of this one. Do not be worried about the launch, everything you touch is golden!

Rachael Heidi

I should be able to make it 😊 can't wait.

Eileen Parkman

That's my favorite thumbnail, too 😁💕

Sina Sörnsen

This song is already becoming a new favorite of mine, it‘s perfect to listen to while staring longinly into the distance on a long train ride, or just anytime anywhere 😊

-

I think Kathy made a really good choice for the thumbnail! See you soon! :D

Coda

We all bow before Kathy's superior knowledge.

Barbara Binney

“My prediction is that I have gastric distress as I'm hitting publish and then frantically drink coffee until the whole thing is over. Join me won't you? “. With an invitation like that, how could I resist? Can’t wait for the public premiere of this beautiful song. I just hope work doesn’t get in the way. And as for the thumbnail, Kathy obviously has excellent taste (she chose you) so I trust her to choose the perfect thumbnail.

Gretchen G

The thumbnail looks great!

Debbie Hudson

Truly have no words Geoff....😢❤🎶 I have not heard Shenandoah in years...but this was the best! Your humility remains always...even though your talents are unmatched! Thank you for this...and blessings to you and Kathy. The thumbnail is great!🤗🎶❤

Dee Herrera

I agree. This song is so ingrained in my memories, it brought me to tears. Your harmonies were so beautiful and your unique take just made me happy. (The thumbnail is great, Kathy!)🥰🥰🥰

Kathy J Cox1

Bravo...and no need for nervousness. And since my name is Kathy and I picked the same thumbnail, all is 👍 😆

DnD Addict

Geoff, how are you feeling now having had the song out for a few days? The reactions have been spectacular as expected!

Tim Gray

I’m from Harlan county Kentucky and I think someone mentioned it, do the song you’ll never leave Harlan alive. Another great one for your voice I think is an old lefty song, always late with your kisses. You could really flex your range and make it come alive to today’s generation

María Gabriela

I wonder if we are going to get more behind the scenes for this one! The piano being out of tune was certainly hilarious. Also, your video is doing amazingly (as expected!).

Laryn Ann Tapp

Hey neighbor! I'm in Rowan County and was also thinking of the same song suggestion! I hope you are doing well and staying warm!

María Gabriela

That makes me so happy! He deserves every single one of them!

Carol Cook

Sooooo beautiful. Your most beautiful performance to date. It's hard to stop listening over and over. Thank you!

Cindy Smith

This is WONDERFUL. It's my very favorite cover you've done. Melancholy yet soaring, and just achingly beautiful. You've made it your own while staying true to the heart of what makes this song so timeless. Have listened many times, and cried through many of those listens. It makes me so happy to know that it's been well received!

Darryl Weatherly

I really love your arrangement, my favorite female version of the song is by Sissel Kyrkjebo from Norway