A strong acappella performance has a certain allure; it captures your interest with only vocal prowess and no musical interruptions. This is exactly what Brigham Young University’s (BYU) Vocal Point achieves when they perform Josh Groban’s 2003 hit song “You Raise Me Up,” giving it a fresh sound and vitality.

In 1991, students Dave Boyce and Bob Ahlander established Vocal Point, which immediately became well-known following their first sold-out show. They have since had incredible success, including placing fifth in the third season of NBC’s The Sing-Off. When they joined with the Decca Gold label of Universal Music Group in December 2018, their momentum only increased.

“We’re just regular college students doing extraordinary things,” as member Jason Bromley stated.

Their “You Raise Me Up” music video is a visual and aural delight. A single voice opens the performance, which then progresses into lovely, layered harmonies against breathtaking mountain and valley scenery. As they travel through the gorgeous surroundings, the group’s clear vocals and inventive vocal percussion provide a very captivating experience.

Their performance’s most striking feature is how well the harmonies mesh, making it difficult to identify any one of the main singers. Their version is so unique in part because of this communal sound. In addition to covering the song, they reinterpret it, adding a new twist at the end that, with the help of another student choir, raises the harmonies to an even more potent finish.

The performance of “You Raise Me Up” by BYU Vocal Point is endearing and distinctive. Enjoy their amazing rendition of this well-known song and take some time to unwind.