200+ Children’s Choir Sing Beautiful Cover of “You Raise Me Up”
Peter Hollens is a vocalist/composer from Oregon, USA. His musical journey began at the University of Oregon where he joined an a cappella ensemble. Hollens gained national recognition when he participated in the American program "The Sing Off," where his a cappella group, under his leadership, became fan favorites.
Throughout his career, Hollens has signed with both Sony and Epic Records while also producing his own tracks in his personal recording studio at his Oregon residence. His musical path has included partnerships with various musicians such as the Backbeats, Committed, and the Swingle Singers.
In 2011, Hollens expanded his musical reach to YouTube where he has attracted more than 2.5 million subscribers and fans. The platform has proven highly successful for Hollens, resulting in numerous fruitful collaborations.
One of his most viewed videos features his rendition of Josh Groban's song "You Raise Me Up." This recording has accumulated an impressive 6.3 million views on YouTube, and it's easy to understand its appeal.
The recording begins with Hollens on stage before an audience, then shifts to him performing alone on a stool. As the first chorus approaches, Hollens appears five times simultaneously, filmed separately to allow him to serve as both lead vocalist and his own a cappella group. The camera then shows Hollens facing away from young performers. The youth begin to sing in harmony, creating a beautiful, somewhat sad sound while Hollens continues with the solo sections. As the video progresses, the harmonies grow more powerful until the choir reaches full volume, filling the venue with stunning a cappella gospel sounds that perfectly complement Hollens' crisp lead vocals.
Hollens demonstrates genuine talent and expertise, hitting every note accurately. His voice remains clear and strong, with precise pronunciation of each word during his performances. A skilled a cappella singer must have range flexibility and know how to blend with other voices for a seamless performance—skills Hollens has mastered during his singing career.
