i carry your heart by Connor Koppin

i carry your heart by Connor J. Koppin
Lyrics derived from E.E. Cummings' poem
Performed November 22, 2014 by the 68th Iowa All-State Choir; conducted by Mr. Koppin himself

[@jaylendavis-vaughn5228]

To the girl that broke down at the climax of the piece. Me too girl, me too. UGH. Amazing

[@Arizo-of9ie]

Just to hear this song live with all these amazing singers is the number 1 reason I wanted to make all state this year. Gosh its just so beautiful

[@BrionBowman]

That's crazy! I can't believe I was a part of this one voice. Far left, at the bottom

[@allyevans2121]

Knowing that my choir director is friends with Connor is incredible but what’s more incredible is that he wrote a song for my choir and we all met him!

[@StewartTheMusician]

Just an incredible piece. Thank you, Connor J. Koppin for writing what has become an anthem of remembrance to thousands of students across the state. Watch closely and you'll see how truly overwhelming this piece is to those who shared this moment.

[@staceypendergrast2400]

I had never heard this song until two days ago when my son’s high school choir sang it at UIL Contest. He sings Tenor 2. This is one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard. My son told me that the first time they rehearsed it he knew it was going to make me cry. I was already tearing up when the song started. I was a wreck by the end! My husband of 31 years passed away seven months ago and this song resonated deep within my soul.

[@englishexpert1989]

This is a poem

[@staceypendergrast2400]

@@englishexpert1989 Yes, it says that in the description. I had never heard of the poem either. The poem itself does not come anywhere close to the emotional impact of the same words set to this music. Neither do any of the numerous different versions of this song that I had to sift through to finally find this one that is the exact same arrangement my son's choir sang. Music is my heart language.

[@keatongay5101]

Well this was quite amazing...truly the most breath taking thing I have ever been a part of. You could feel the (for lack of better words) love and emotion in the air, it was awesome 😊

[@karynmoore5094]

Absolutely stunning chorale arrangement and performance! Kudos to every one of you who sang so beautifully together 🙏👏❤️

[@zippidydoodah6816]

Beautiful. Thank you.