Thanksgiving Music - Over the River and Through The Woods

Last year we had the distinct pleasure of releasing the fantastic Thanksgiving album "Over the River and Through the Woods" featuring Garrison Keillor, VocalEssence, and The Hopeful Gospel Quartet. So today we thought we would remind you of this release that makes for a perfect soundtrack to your holiday celebration! Also remember that we now have our music available for instant download on ClassicsOnline.com so it's not too late to get the perfect music for Thanksgiving!

Over The River and Through the Woods:

On a chilly November evening, the Hopeful Gospel Quartet — Garrison Keillor, Mollie O’Brien and Robin & Linda Williams — traded musical moments with the VocalEssence Chorus and Ensemble Singers in a concert at Orchestra Hall, Minneapolis. The evening seamlessly blended American folk traditions with choral masterpieces old and new, from “Will the Circle Be Unbroken” to “Now Thank We All Our God.” Garrison Keillor shared his Thanksgiving memories in a hilarious yet poignant monologue. Thanks to Minnesota Public Radio, the evening was captured for posterity in this charming two-CD set.

Garrison Keillor weaves together familiar melodies and his own observations into this charming and unique celebration of Thanksgiving. Keillor is joined by Prudence Johnson, Rich Dworsky, the VocalEssence Chorus & Ensemble Singers, Charles Kemper and Philip Brunelle in musical renditions of traditional hymns and humorous adaptations of songs for the season. Keillor guides us through the hour with his renowned story telling ability and reminds us of the treasures of Thanksgiving with his remarkable perceptions of American life.

Here are some samples from the album to really get you in the mood for the Holiday. Click the play button to listen to them:


Will the Circle Be Unbroken
An Anthem for Thanksgiving
Thanks Be to God
Thanksgiving Recollections

Purchase the album direct from The Gothic Catalog, or get immediate downloads today from ClassicsOnline.com!