Actually, a more accurate headline would be "An overlooked (to younger listeners) cover tune CI." Until recently, I hadn't known that Perry Como recorded "We Gather Together" as "Prayer Of Thanksgiving." Upon listening to it a few times, I've concluded that...
...its tempo is on the slow side, but that's not to its detriment.
...more organists should play with this warm tone. It conveys reverence without sounding too strident.
...Como sings the tune with appropriate solemnity. This rendition conveys gratitude for one's family, health, and security convincingly.
Here's wishing everyone a safe, harmonious Thanksgiving.
