We’re gearing up for Ananda’s next Global Virtual Choir project and this video is fueling my inspiration!
To be honest, Eric Whitacre’s earliest virtual choir videos (the first was ten years ago!) didn’t do much for me. But now — with so much divisiveness and uncertainty in the world — and as we seek to negotiate this strange new reality without the option of even gathering together, much less singing together! — well, let’s just say that I find myself both receptive and deeply appreciative.
And, indeed, “Sing Gently” really speaks to me. I am especially moved by the visual imagery of the separate “pieces” connecting — first by two’s, then four’s, and then more and more…until they gradually become one united whole. So profoundly satisfying and uplifting.
Here are the lyrics…
May we sing together, always.
May our voice be soft.
May our singing be music for others
and may it keep others aloft.
Sing gently, always.
Sing gently as one.
May we stand together, always.
May our voice be strong.
May we hear the singing and
May we always sing along.
Sing gently, always.
Sing gently as one.
– Eric Whitacre