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 https://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.