Female Choir Sings Hauntingly Beautiful A Cappella Version of 'I Can Only Imagine'
Set against the high desert backdrop of St. George, Utah, nine collegiate vocalists burst into song — a familiar tune presented in a fresh way.
The song, “I Can Only Imagine,” is a popular song that explores the idea of how humans might experience heaven as they stand before God.
The song was released by the band “Mercy Me” in 1999 and quickly soared to fame as the best-selling Christian single of all time, according to a USA Today report that explores the background behind the song in great depth.
The lyrics ask questions that people from many walks of life have pondered, which is probably the reason why the song has enjoyed success beyond the Christian music realm.
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The members of Noteworthy took an a cappella approach to the song, complete with vocal percussion and perfectly knit harmonies.
Their version begins with a solo vocalist singing the first familiar phrase before she is joined by second, and then a third voice.
The trio is eventually backed up by the entire ensemble for a powerful chorus, with matching pale blue dresses fluttering gently in the breeze.
According to its website, Noteworthy is the top female a capella ensemble at BYU.
Hopeful BYU student musicians must audition into the group, currently directed by Amy Whitcomb, who was once a member herself before eventually taking over as director.
Noteworthy was founded in 2003 and has enjoyed over 15 years of success locally and throughout the states.
In 2009, the group appeared on the first season of NBC’s a cappella competition reality show, “The Sing-Off.”
In 2007, Noteworthy won first place in the International Championship of Collegiate A Capella, a yearly vocal competition that welcomes top ensembles from around the world.
Group members enjoy the opportunity to present uplifting music to audiences and find the time to release music videos in between the performance schedule.
According to their YouTube page, the women in this year’s ensemble are Meg Ackerman, Allie Gardner, Ellie Hughes, Cami Jones, Amy Geis-Lorsch, Lizzy Newbold, Maryn Smyth, Anna Slezak and Kacey Sorenson.
What do you think of their powerful version of this beautiful song?
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