Hi everyone! We just recorded the music tracks for ten songs to go on our new recording, and we want YOU to be the first to hear the new songs! You will hear guide vocals (also called scratch vocals) along with the music tracks. These are VERY basic. Their purpose is merely to give the musicians and you an idea of how the song goes, so the finished product will be very different from what you hear in these clips. We just want you to hear the new songs and tell us what you think of them! Here is the first one.
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Realms of Glory Bright
On the planet far below the throne of heaven
In the darkness untold generations passed
An ocean of despair where man was sinking
There seemed no refuge on this sea so vast
But God was listening and He heard our helpless cry
From the realms of glory bright
Though the Lamb was born slain before the world’s foundation
Wrapped in mortal flesh He came to Bethlehem
And emptied of His glory we would watch Him
Take up our cross our punishment our sin
And there was silence as the cross was lifted high
In the realms of glory bright
Now our song is oh to grace how great a debtor
Lifted from each ransomed soul that’s been redeemed
And we know because of Christ we’ll have forever
We’ll fall down at His feet and we will sing
For one day He will call our names and we will fly
To the realms of glory bright
Oh hallelujah hallelujah
Gone is the curse of death the fear of night
Our salvation meets celebration
For the realms of glory bright
This song is so great! Very powerful lyrics and the music matches the song perfectly. Can’t wait to hear the finished product! God Bless
Reply to MelanieI just love the song .i am really loking forward to the whole cd?My prayers are with you doing this time you areworking on the cd,Deborah Howell
Reply to DeborahHowellThis is definitely the makings of a great song.
I’m not sure how far along in the process you are with this. The track sounds pretty polished, so I am not sure if the following will be a moot point, but here are two thoughts:
(1) From a lyrical viewpoint, I thought it was interesting that instrumentation was added for the last two lines of Verse 2. Might it improve the musical texture for those lines, beginning with the words “and there was silence,” if there was less instrumentation for those two lines, perhaps with a slight ritardando?
(2) In verse 2, the printed lyrics begin with “Though the Lamb was *born* before the world’s foundation.” Lauren sings, “Though the Lamb was *slain*…” Which is correct?
Reply to Daniel J. MountDaniel,
I checked with the writer, Sue Smith of Brentwood Benson Music, and the correct lyric is Though the Lamb was “slain”.
Also, we’ll be able to make the music grow quieter in verse 2 at “and there was silence” during the mix. Thats a very good suggestion. Its also been interesting to read the suggestions regarding orchestration and other opinions. Thanks for listening and responding.
Roger Talley
Reply to Roger TalleyThanks for clearing up the lyric question. Also, I’m delighted that you liked the suggestion.
I comment on things all the time after the process is over–it’s nice to chip in thoughts along the way.
Reply to Daniel J. MountI like the song and it has a good start to it but which is correct before the lamb was born or before the lamb was slain.
Reply to Jeffrey MearsDear Jeffrey,
See the above reply to Daniel Mount for the answer to your question. Thanks for listening and posting.
Roger Talley
Reply to Roger TalleyHey guys, just wanted to add one thing about the lyrics….we are taking steps to ensure that we sing the more scripturally correct lyric. The song was written to say “Though the Lamb was slain before the world’s foundation” and we’re just making sure that we get the lyric scripturally correct before we release the finished product. Thanks for listening!
Reply to Lauren TalleyGreat point Lauren. I read through the lyrics so fast the first time that I didn’t really pay attention to that. But when I looked again I was thinking “He was BORN before the world’s foundation, not SLAIN before the world’s foundation, wasn’t He?” Like you, that is something I am going to research because it doesn’t make sense to me that He would have been slain BEFORE.
It’s nice to know that y’all care enough to check into these kinds of things - you never know when it could make a BIG difference in someone’s walk with Him.
Reply to KathrynHello,
Reply to Mark BehrensThis is one reason why I love to listen to you guys! Every song that you do is based on scripture because it is the Word of God! I can’t thank you enough for making sure that the messages in your music have a strong bibical truth! I thought this song sounded great! Being a musician myself, I have always loved songs that have full orchestration. This just adds to he message!
Loved the song, look forward to the CD.
Reply to Debbie PolkMy God contunie to bless you with great
music.
This is a great song!
I agree with Daniel Mount on his idea about less instrumentation for the 2 lines starting with “and there was silence” It’s a little over powered there and with the lyrics, if the instrumentation made the same statement , I think it would have an impact.
I like the fact that Lauren used “slain” rather than “born”, I’m not sure if it was on purpose.
I am probably in the minority here, but I also think that too much orchestration will take away from this song rather than add to it. I hope you will keep orchestration to a minimum and the music more simple and let the lyrics and vocals express this song.
Thanks! Talley Trio, for giving us an opportunity to add our comments as you go!
Reply to Karen GhormleyOk yall, remember what was written just before the video? Scratch performance! I know how it will come out and the orchestration will not overpower and thank the Lord for sound techs! If Lauren had stayed in the same key, yes I can see the music possibly backing off, but she didn’t. She transposed into a key that is not a minor key but a key that is, what I call, making your point and building for the last verse. I can’t wait to hear the “final performance”.
Reply to Allison CurrieGreat song!
Reply to PamLauren the song is so powerful really tells a great story of our Lord.A good witness song to the lost by Faith many souls will be saved because of this song.
Godbless
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HeavensTouchMinistries
this is a really good song! i love the feel of being in the studio. when my son and his band were recording i love being in there. brings back memories. i love this song!i think it will be really great!
Reply to louiseI like the song, but am wondering if it is strictly a solo? I love the harmony you guys have and kept waiting on it to come in at some point through the song. Keep up the great work, you guys are awesome!!!
Reply to CherylHi Cheryl,
This song will start out with the group singing the first verse and then go into some different solos and group lines until the choruses, which will be all trio as well.
When we are recording music tracks, the person who knows the song best or has the lead sings along with the band. I was listening to instruments and making notes, while Debra was actually meeting with a website designer during this song.
Thanks for listening and posting. We enjoy hearing from everyone.
Reply to Roger TalleyGreat song and I agree that less orchestration will only make the song better. Lauren has a beautiful and powerful voice that needs to be heard more than the orchestration. I love the song and I love the Talley Trio. You are truly led by God.
Reply to Robin GarrettOooh, this is a “keeper!” A song that plays over and over in one’s memory banks.
Just wondering if in each verse on the words “cry” “high” and “fly” what would it sound like if raised the note or even kept it same as previous note and emphasized them more. (Instead of singing a lower tone.) Strictly an amateur observation.
Great presentation of wonderful lyrics.
Reply to Jim EvansGreat song…will be fabulous for a Christmas musical title song. You guys always bless me.
Reply to Gary TomberlinThis is SO fun…. What a great idea to do this. I love the song and I’m sure the final product will be great…Looking forward to its release
Reply to StephanieI love the song! Lauren sounds awesome as always!
Reply to StephanieThanks for letting us watch and hear before recording!
Hi, the lyrics sound great, I couldn’t hear the song, on the You Tube, player. I don’t know why, but I did like the lyrics.
Reply to angela mobleyHi Roger, I have a question..Earlier when i viewed the video that is posted, there was also another video at the bottom of the youtube player called thanks to calvary and amazing grace. Now i’m not seeing it anymore. Just curious to see if it’s a problem with my connection or if it had been taken off. Thanks!
Reply to MelanieMelanie,
Check back here soon and you’ll be able to hear that song as well. Its next in line!
Reply to Roger TalleySorry…i have found it again. Thank you!
Reply to MelanieHave a great day!
Great inspiration !! keep up tjhe good work for the lord. Just remember that it will be very hard to top The Broken, I think that it was written for me.GOD BLESS
Reply to Peggy SparksI liked this song and cannot wait for the finished product! Instrumentation reminds me a little of “The Debt.”
Reply to AlyssaI love the song. Sounds perfect as is. God Bless.
Reply to Janet HerringThat song is AWESOME. Hey Lauren, how do you do that. I sing, in fact I am going to Steve Hursts this summer and I am soo excited. I will never sing as good as that in my life. The whole trio is a great influence in my life. Just listing to your songs gave me hope when they thought my mom had cancer, but she doesn’t so praise God!!!
Reply to Caitlin OvertonHey Caitlin!
This is Kathryn - don’t know if you’ll remember me or not - we met last year at Steve Hurst School of Music - I have a pic of you and your Mom
I’m glad to hear you’ll be there again this year - I will, too. And it’s GREAT to hear that your Mom is okay - PRAISE THE LORD AND HALLELUJAH!!! Looking forward to seeing y’all again - is your Mom coming with you this year, too?
As for your singing - you are singing to the Lord and that’s all that matters. I’m sure Lauren will tell you the same thing - sing for Him and He will work it all to His glory
Love ya!
Reply to KathrynHi Kathryn!
Caitlin is at a camp in Pennsylvania (she’s providing the special music all week!), so she isn’t here to reply. Pray for her–this is the first time she’s done music on this scale, and I’m not there to “help.”(Probably a bigger issue for me than it is for her. LOL!)
I have to admit, we met so many people last year that I’m not sure who you are–can you refresh my memory? I think I might know…were you there with your husband? Either that, or you’re the teen we spent some time with….
Caitlin and I will both be at Steve Hurst again in…what, 18 days??! We’ll have to try to reconnect, and then I won’t forget you again.
Rachel (for Caitlin)
Reply to Caitlin OvertonI love Sue Smith’s lyrics; they’re full of meaning and power. The song should be one that believers can ponder as they are lifted up by the music and your voices. I love what you’re doing here–Thanks for sharing the process.
Reply to Melanie Smithborn sounds better than slain? but that could just be me.
Reply to louiseI think it souds wonderful, I love it just the way it is. Keep up the good work.
Reply to KaseyLauren,
It is beautiful. I love to hear your young voice sing to the glory of our risen Savior. Sing on and please don’t go into secular music. You are doing a wonderful job for Jesus. Hear you and you family often.
Becky Jones
Reply to Becky JonesI really like the song, the sound and the message!
An idea is to have Lauren sing the first verse, Roger and Debra sing the second verse (with the accompianment cutting out for the last 2 lines of 2nd verse)…sing the 3rd line in unison and then the 2 harmonize on the 4th line.
Then all 3 sing on the last verse in a majestic way breaking into amazing harmony (that you do so well) on the Hallelujah part.
That is my suggestion…since you so nicely asked for our ideas.
I love your music. You have 2 folders on my iPod, I have so many!! Keep focused on the ONE to whom you sing to!
Remembering that God is STILL God,
Reply to WendyJoyWendyJoy
WendyJoy,
Thanks for your suggestions! We’re actually thinking alike in a few ways….The song is keyed for a group unison on the first verse with some harmony lines. I (Lauren) will sing the lead on the second verse(since that’s where the key works for me) and the group will sing 3 part harmony on the third verse and choruses. Hope you enjoy the finished product!
Reply to Lauren Talleyi think that if you guys sing the names out of the phone book i would love it. i just love hearing all of you sing
Reply to louisethanks, for being who you are called to be.
From what I have just heard, this song appears to be quite powerful and promising! I agree that this song will definitely be “a keeper!” I will be looking forward to hearing the rest of the songs and to the release of this new project! Blessings to each of you!
Reply to AngieThe song is great…I can’t wait to hear more…I really like the orchestration…I would like to hear a lot more songs with background music like that…can’t wait to buy the cd…
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Much Love,
Reply to Haley PearceHaley
Hey guys,
Reply to Haley PearceHey guys,
Sorry about the last comment. Little sisters and a little brother are a handful. Okay, so I done my research. Well, you can go online to http://www.americanredcross.com and you can do a whole bunch of things. You can sign up for volunteering, cleaning and rebuilding houses and such , you can give blood to the wounded, donate to the people who lost. If you go to this website it will tell you how to donate, how to be a volenteer, where you can give blood. Also, it will tell you locations on where you can drop food donations off and to learn more blood donation opportunities, visit http://www.givelife.org or call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE, that’s 1-800-448-3543. So, PLEASE help out the cause. Remember you can save a life.
Much Love,
Reply to Haley PearceHaley
Happy Father’s Day Roger!!!!!:) Oh, and Happy Early ANNIVARSARY Debra and Roger!!!!!!:)
Much Love,
Reply to Haley PearceHaley
WOW! This is really interesting to be able to be in on how y’all do this from the beginning. Well, okay, I know it’s not actually the BEGINNING because a LOT goes in to the selection process but even getting to see it from this point on is just really neat.
First of all - I really like this song, too (okay, confession - I listened to today’s post, 06-15-08, before I listened to the first one). I was just curious about the candles - is there a purpose for the candlelight other than y’all just wanted to use candlelight? Just trying to see how all this fits together. It’s very interesting.
Thanks to all three of you (and the musicians) for being willing to let us share in this process.
Praying that all the men in your lives have a wonderfully, blessed Father’s Day today.
Reply to KathrynHey Kathryn,
Sorry I’m a little late answering your post; I just ran across it!
The candles are there because the engineer thought they’d look pretty in the studio. That’s really the only purpose they serve!
Reply to Lauren TalleyKeep checking back to hear more songs and thank you for being part of the Tree!
I love both songs posted. My favorite at the moment would have to be “Calvary and Amazing Grace.” That song is great!
Reply to BrookeHi everyone! Since I was one of the writers on “Realms of Glory Bright” (my co-writers were David Moffitt and Joel Lindsey), I just thought I’d comment on the discussion about the line “Though the Lamb was slain before the world’s foundation.” We took the line from Scripture… Revelation 13:8 (And all that dwell upon the earth shall worship him, whose names are not written in the book of life of the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world.)
The commentaries I have read on this verse talk about how
God is speaking about the eternal election of grace which spans time. Christ was foreordained to be slain. It is the same as if that sacrifice had been made before the creation of the world.
Here’s a link to more information on this: http://members.aol.com/twarren28/slainfounda.html
This idea just humbles me and reminds me how big God is and how much He loves us.
By the way, my very favorite Dottie Rambo song alluded to the same verse. “Behold the Lamb, behold the Lamb, slain from the foundation of the world.”
Hope that helps clarify the lyric.
I’m thrilled that Roger, Debra and Lauren are cutting this song! They are awesome!
Reply to Sue SmithHi Sue! Thank you for posting! We love “Realms” and are planning to cut the vocals on it this week.
Thanks for providing some clarity about the lyric. You can’t be too careful you know! You’ll hear how it’s really supposed to sound very soon
Lauren
Reply to Lauren TalleySorry to be so slow to respond. I listened to this song several days ago, but had to run.
As someone said above, The Talley Trio could sing the phone book and be enjoyable, but when you do a great praise song such as this, it is truly uplifting.
I was going to quote Rev. 13:8, but Sue beat me to it.
God bless and keep up the incredible music ministry.
Reply to Jim WiltshireLauren does an awesome solo vocal performance on “Realms of Glory Bright”. I believe this would be a great praise and worship song for the album for listeners. For those who prefer this particular format of singing. I look forward to hearing this song live and in person at the Bonifay All Night Sing in Bonifay, Florida as well as the annual Praise By The Bay Concert next year in Panama City, Florida.
Reply to Timothy (Tim)Hey Tim,
We’re not quite ready to sing the song yet in a live performance.
We usually can’t do that until the recording comes out. You can probably expect to hear some of the new songs at the National Quartet Convention this September though. God bless!
Reply to Lauren TalleyThis is my favorite song along w/ “Life Goes On”. I have a suggestion. On the first verse it sounded kinda low so maybe Debra lead the first verse and you sing the harmony above her and when it goes to the higher key you could take over the melody. Just a suggestion
Reply to RJ HendersonOr maybe Roger could do the first verse, Debra could do the second, Lauren could do the third and when it goes to the “Hallelujah Hallelujah” part, there could be awesome harmony
Reply to RJ Henderson