Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Jesus, Jesus Rest Your Head



So, I am at church back in October when one of our altos, who also plays harp, wants to speak to me.  She says, "Jayne, I have been practicing some really pretty pieces for the Christmas season and there's this one spiritual that I really would love for you to sing."  Uh.  My first reaction is one of resistance as I truly don't like doing solos.  I am fine singing alongside others and can belt out my part with happiness and gusto.  But, put me alone where all I hear is my own voice, and... sigh... the voice tightens and rises and then I find myself fully either off key or flat.  But, since she was so nice to ask, I told her I'd think about it and look at the music.  When I found the song, I was enchanted and thought, "Surely I can do this little ditty."  We'll be doing it on January 6 for Epiphany, and we practiced it back in November where I made this recording.  Since that time, I've been singing and singing it to get more and more comfortable in hopes that all the stars and planets will align and I'll somehow sound relaxed and pure. So, hope you enjoy it as I doubt the version at church on January 6th will sound any better than this one...hehe.

11 comments:

warriormom said...

A beautiful start to my day. Thank you, Jayne! I've only ever heard this on piano (George Winston). I loved hearing the lyrics.

NCmountainwoman said...

Lovely. Just lovely. Thanks for sharing this beautiful song, sung so well.

Diane said...

You have absolutely nothing to worry about, Jayne. This is SO beautiful. Diane

Robin said...

Jayne, thank you for sharing this, you made my day!
Your voice is wonderful!

Beth said...

Sing with confidence, Jayne. Your voice is beautiful. Well done!

Merry Christmas!

The Bug said...

Gorgeous! Mike & I feel so proud :)

Carolina Linthead said...

Most beautiful friend...spread those wings, step off the limb...soar! :-)

Lisa at Greenbow said...

You can do it! You have done this beautifully.

Laurie said...

Beautiful Jayne, and I know you'll do perfect, wish I could be there to hear!

KGMom said...

This sweet carol is one of the many I know--and I do love it.
You will be just fine. All that nervousness, voice tightening and all? It's just adrenaline--use it to help you sing beautifully.

Beth said...

Jayne, that is truly lovely. You have a beautiful voice---let your light shine, my friend!