Earth Song by Frank Ticheli - Mount Royal Kantorei; Dedicated to the people of Ukraine

«And music and singing shall be my light.»
Earth Song speaks to the sufferings inflicted on this world by conflict, war, and pain. But, in the midst of struggle, music and singing can be a refuge; a light and a way forward towards peace. Filmed at Calgary's Poppy Plaza on Memorial Drive, Mount Royal Kantorei stands in solidarity with the people of Ukraine and dedicates this performance to the strength, courage, and resilience of those resisting Russia's invasion of that sovereign nation. As well, to those who have fought to preserve freedom worldwide.
Please consider donating to support those in Ukraine.
Visit Ukrainian Canadian Congress at www.ucc.ca/
Special thanks to: Kantorei Choral Society, Morgan Music, Media Pop Films, and our funders - Calgary Arts Development and Alberta Foundation for the Arts.
Music & Words: Frank Ticheli
Filmed at: Calgary’s Poppy Plaza, Alberta, Canada
Performed by: Mount Royal Kantorei
Artistic Director: John Morgan
Collaborative Pianist: Mary Buckley
Conductor’s Intern: Cass Bessette
Audio Recording: John Morgan & Cass Bessette, Morgan Music
Audio Mix: John Morgan & Cass Bessette, Morgan Music
Film Director/Producer: Ryan Northcott - Mediapop
Producer: John Morgan, Ryan Northcott, Eric Giesbrecht
Director of Photography & Editor: Ryan Northcott - Mediapop
Earth Song
This dark stormy hour,
The wind, it stirs.
The scorched earth
Cries out in vain:
O war and power,
You blind and blur,
The torn heart
Cries out in pain.
But music and singing
Have been my refuge,
And music and singing
Shall be my light.
A light of song.
Shining Strong: Alleluia!
Through darkness, pain, and strife, I’ll
Sing, Be, Live, See …
Peace.

[@stoneone6974]

Thank you so much for showing your support 🇺🇦🙏❤️

[@susanrygus658]

A beautiful and moving tribute to the people of Ukraine. Our family thanks you❣️ 💙💛

[@user-db6yt2wq4f]

I feel so grateful and supported, thank you❤️❤️❤️

[@simi6768]

Thank you for support. It is extremely beautiful and touching❤️🙏

[@MountKantorei]

Our pleasure!

[@kseniyavartazarova931]

This is so wonderful. Thank you so much!!!!

[@user-rt9sd9th1f]

Геніально….🎼💙💛 Концепція,постановка,музичний твір,виконавці справжні артисти-патріоти…. Дух…,культура…,академічність…,професійність у кожній деталі… Крутяк👍 З повагою….🎩

[@josephhorchower4480]

You guys are so much more amazing than you were 20 years ago! I guess technology helps. I would really like to be part of this again. It's home, to me. What a beautiful tribute to the Ukraine.

[@MountKantorei]

Hi Joseph, Thank you for your supportive and kind comments. If you are interested in joining Mount Royal Kantorei, please send us a message to [e-mail] and we can follow up with you to figure out the details. Looking forward to connecting with you.

[@vita.kurylo]

This is incredibly beautiful! Thank you so much for your support 💙💛

[@UnderOneSky]

Deeply moving ❤ for humanity

[@vickiindfw870]

Absolutely amazing music, as usual, from Frank Ticheli.

[@annenewman6357]

Absolutely amazing, touched the heart and the soul. Wonderfully spiritual. Thank you ❤

[@user-fp6mn7jt5m]

Amazing! Thank you!

[@mariasveyko3522]

What a beautiful way to show your support. I believe that your angel voices will bring peace, love and support to lots of people hearts. ❤️❤️❤️

[@MountKantorei]

We hope so as well. From our hearts to yours.

[@barbfw1116]

Stunning, poignant and beautiful.

[@bbplaygirl]

Beautiful

[@grayterthanyu6869]

Loved this song for years

[@ArguileSoques]

Stunning performance! How did you get such clean audio?

[@jopoepina]

Politicizing a work? Would be the autor agree with this? The work is beautifull, as much as the performance, but it wasn't necessary to politicize it.

[@BGross-wt7yc]

“All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good (people) do nothing.”

[@composerguy100]

I'm the composer, and I wholeheartedly approve of this chorus' decision to dedicate their performance to the brave Ukrainian people.

[@frankmendoza7368]

Oh just stop