Powerful and poignant, Lemmler’s dramatic reading of “I Am A Poor Wayfaring Stranger” incorporates Igor Stravinsky’s “Serenata” into the African American Spiritual. The result is an arresting amalgam spanning hundreds of years that cleverly intertwines diverse cultural references.
“It’s dedicated to Stravinsky and Dr. Jordan and Tammy Peterson who have been helping millions of people find their path. Jordan and his wife have helped me tremendously as an artist, person, father, husband, and on my spiritual and creative journey. There’s even a lyric in this song, ‘I’m justa going over Jordan, I’m justa going home.’ My hope for this track is that it’s able to reach Dr. Jordan and Tammy Peterson’s ears and hearts to hopefully bring them comfort and healing, and in some way close to how they have healed me, my family, and the world,” shared a grateful Lemmler.
