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The River (Single) [edit]
by Larry Karpenko | Genre: AC/Inspo | Release Date: April 18, 2025
 

The Shenandoah River, nestled in the valley of Virginia's lush green Massanutten Mountains, provides the scenic backdrop for Larry's song "The River." With it's serene windings through flowered fields, farmland, and wild valley grasses, the river is a natural place to find rest, serenity, and reflection. "The River" is intimate and honest. Quiet passages of harp and piano provide the backdrop for the listener to imagine a calming river stream. The song's topic is that of a most vulnerable desire in humans: a safe space for security and peace. As the song progresses, a spiritual dimension is revealed in the chorus, "the river that runs through my heart." A second verse moves us where a metaphor is penned, comparing the river to God's love flowing strong and steady. The third verse asks listeners to look for spaces where they find peace and reflection. A choir is introduced near the climax of the song to bring emphasis to the emotional moment where one could imagine angels singing in heaven. Suddenly, unfamiliar becomes familiar with a delightful shift into the familiar hymn "Shall We Gather at the River," where the chorus rings powerfully with brass and orchestral percussion to solidify the exuberance. Speaking of ringing, handbells accompany the finale as if bell towers are ringing with excitement to underscore a triumphant, heaven-like reunion. A harp brings the arrangement back to a serene river view where Larry draws the listener in with the lyrics "the river that flows by the throne of God" in a perfect final advancing of the narrative. It is with great pleasure that "The River" is available.

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Entry last edited by DwellForever on 03.12.25

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