Just As I Am
(Public Domain Hymn)
"Just As I Am" is a well-known hymn, written by Charlotte Elliott in 1835, first appearing in the Christian Remembrancer, of which Elliott became the editor in 1836...(Wiki)
Also, most recognized as the altar call theme of the Billy Graham Crusades.
Here, part of "The Campfire Set," using Band in a Box's Campfire Style series,
new to me in 2018.
Just As I Am

Hi Edshaw, I really enjoyed the overall tone of this. Very warm vibe and soothing to hear. Good use of reverb on the vocals. Keep it up!

Another great job on a hymn Ed! I think you did very good on the vocal here! Thanks, Torrey

While I still have some grey areas on the fretboard, I've been working hard on vocals. We know the speaking and singing voices do not exactly come from the same place. That, and I have been using an AKG Condenser, phantom powered, mike. Thanks for the encouragement, Torrey. I'm grateful for the people in this forum, and the ones who operate it.

Heartwarming!


much enjoyed.

A beautiful, lilting arrangement delivered with a very human and appealing vocal.

Ed,

This is beautiful... Much enjoyed - great job.

Bob

Nice take on a PD hymn...that was the invitational hymn for the very small country church we attended when I (Bud) was a boy -- long, long ago

Enjoyed it and the memories!

J&B

Nice job, Ed.

Ed!

This is AWESOME! I love it! It's clean - to the point! Nice work!

This is not my thing . but agree with all I actually liked it to me a bit like a hymn/ballad.. clever.

Can't tell you folks how much I appreciate the positive response from the members and staff. Looks like I'm off to a pretty good start with this "Campfire" set. The production sequence used on this "Just As I Am" will seamlessly apply to the rest of the set, 11 more.
One thing: I record these at fairly modest level, as opposed, say, cranked up in a sound studio. So, the modest volume is actually a faithful reproduction of the sound, as recorded. I know, there are tricks to overcome this, but my question is, is that an area worth pursuing? It is annoying to have to turn it up.
Incidentally, this song is a collaboration of two of the most accomplished hymnists of the era, Charlotte Elliot and Wm. B. Bradbury. Ms. Elliot was an unassumiing English poet who received great admiration for her hymns. Mr. Bradbury, best known for "Sweet Hour of Prayer," and "Jesus Loves Me."

Hi Ed,

Avery rendition of this classic. Subdued, yet inspiring. I think your vocal carries it quite well. I struggle with vocals and applaud all those "put it out there' but don't think their vocals are adequate. I keep plugging away at it. But, all that said - you did good! Very nice!!! Wishing you the very best.

Alan

Ed

Nicely done.

Peter

Nice job Ed. Excellent vocal. Heartwarming hymn. Well done

I really enjoyed the very genuine sounding vocals on this one. Great job with the hymn.

I think Tango got it right! Lots of humanity and emotion in this. Very well done Ed!! Take care. Greg