The Madz is one of the most awarded choirs in Asia, having consistently won all the prizes in the most prestigious international choral competitions for many years. Because of their impressive track record and musical virtuosity, the Philipppine Madrigal Singers is now regarded as the one of the world's best choirs.
The Philippine Madrigal Singers was organized as the University of the Philippines Madrigal Singers in 1963 by Prof. Andrea Veneracion, proclaimed National Artist for Music in 1999. The group is composed of students, faculty and alumni from the different colleges of the University of the Philippines. Its present choirmaster since 2001 is Mark Anthony Carpio.
The group performs a variety of styles and forms but specializes in the madrigal, a polyphonic and challenging musical style popular during the Renaissance where singers and guests would gather around the table during a banquet to sight-sing and make music together. This served as the inspiration for their unique style of singing - singing seated in a semi-circle without a conductor.
The influence of the Madrigal Singers on the Philippine and Asian choral scene has been far-reaching. It has graduated more than 200 choral and vocal pedagogues from its ranks, actively involved in organizing and conducting choirs. Its corps of member and alumni composers and choral arrangers (Emmanuel Laureola, Fabian Obispo, Ruben Federizon, Ed Nepomuceno, Annie Nepomuceno, Robert Delgado, Arnold Zamora, Christopher Borela, Anna Abeleda Piquero, Nilo Alcala,etc.) continue to produce new compositions and choral settings of Philippine and Asian songs, thus contributing to the growth of choral literature in Asia. The Singers maintain an active concert tour schedule, averaging two concert tours a year. Their outreach concert tours take them to far-flung areas of the Philippines, seldom reached by choral artists.
You Raise Me Up
Philippine Madrigal Singers Lyrics
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When troubles come, and my heart burdened be
Then, I am still and wait here in the silence
Until you come and sit awhile with me
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up to walk on stormy seas
I am strong when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up to walk on stormy seas
I am strong when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up to more than I can be
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up to walk on stormy seas
I am strong when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up to more than I can be
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up to walk on stormy seas
I am strong when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up to more than I can be
You raise me up to more than I can be
The song "You Raise Me Up" is about finding strength and hope in the midst of difficulties. The first stanza talks about the hardships that the singer faces, and how waiting in silence brings a sense of calmness. The second and third stanza talks about how being lifted up by someone's support, gives the strength to overcome the obstacles of life. The phrase โYou raise me upโ is repeated several times in the song to emphasize the idea of being uplifted and supported by someone.
The lyrics of this song have a universal appeal, which makes it relatable to people from all walks of life. The song's message is powerful, and it inspires people to find hope in the midst of challenging situations. The song is often played at significant events like weddings, graduations, and funerals, where its message of resilience and hope resonates deeply.
Line by Line Meaning
When I am down, and, oh, my soul, so weary
When I am sad and tired, feeling defeated
When troubles come, and my heart burdened be
When problems arise and my heart feels heavy
Then, I am still and wait here in the silence
I pause and find peace in being quiet
Until you come and sit awhile with me
Until I have your company and comfort
You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains
You empower me to do great things that seem impossible
You raise me up to walk on stormy seas
You give me the strength to endure and overcome challenges
I am strong when I am on your shoulders
I am supported and uplifted by your presence and guidance
You raise me up to more than I can be
You help me achieve my highest potential and accomplish things beyond my imagination
Writer(s): ROLF LOVLAND, BRENDAN JOSEPH GRAHAM
Contributed by Camden N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@AlcalaNilo
My very first choral arrangement for the Philippine Madrigal Singers... Dedicated to you Ma'am OA...Soar high with choirs of heavenly angels. You are now in a much better place. In Memoriam. Prof. Andrea Veneracion (1928-2013)
@AbnerSumbayak
NILO ALCALA Hi Mr Alcala. I love this arrangement. Cud you help me how to have copy of this piece?thanks alot and gbu
@lovelleiiezylfajilan6516
Hello Sir .. how can i acquire the piece po?id like to teach this song to my choir
@krypton0625
@@lovelleiiezylfajilan6516 message me bhennycarasi@gmail.com
@roviecalbee2565
Hello po, your arrangement is brilliant! How can we acquire your arrangement po?
@Rocketbearful
2023, still loving it.
@caesarvlantin
After 10 years. I'm still listening to this arrangement. Whenever I'm sad, down, lonely and feeling stressed, this song indeed cheers me up. From the title itself "YOU RAISE ME UP", you continue to inspire me!!! Thanks Madz for this wonderful rendition.
@letreviewersfornewcurriculum
Favorite part ko talaga part ng soprano S1 at S2. Feeling ko tinatanggay ako papuntang langit. <3
@annereyes6887
Super iconic ng soprano duet ni Ate Liaa & Ate Rhina! For me the best yung tandem nila at siyempre yung batch nila โคโค
@juliociouz
the arrangement of the song was truly great. when the solo soprano hit the highest tone, it makes me goosebumps..WOW..one of the best choir I've ever herd