![]() ![]() This new setting (premiered at the Kennedy Center, less than 3 miles from the Capital steps) begins with brass playing strains of the ending of The Navy Hymn, as if it were still echoing across the town, and in our memories. In researching the funeral music, we found that the Navy Band played The Navy Hymn (Eternal Father Strong To Save) as JFK’s casket was carried up the steps of the Capitol Rotunda, in honor of his heroic service in the US Navy in World War II. Kennedy, we decided to look for a piece that was performed at President Kennedy’s funeral. ![]() When I was commissioned to write a piece for chorus and orchestra for the National President’s Day Choral Festival (in Washington, DC) honoring John F. Orchestration is 2.2.2.2, 4.2.2.1, Percussion, Timpani, Harp, Strings. (Video above is dress rehearsal for the premiere). Commissioned for the 50th anniversary of JFK’s assassination, the piece was premiered on a President’s Day concert at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. A poignant, dramatic new setting of The Navy Hymn, suitable for both patriotic celebrations and worship services. ![]()
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