Program this moving patriotic piece to celebrate our country at any time of year. An all-new original melody and a shimmering accompaniment beautifully highlight Francis Scott Keyis words from iThe Star-Spangled Banner.” Toward the end, a lush musical quote from the national anthem blossoms into a final glorious refrain, a soaring penultimate cadence, and one last introspective accolade for ithe brave!”

Arranger: Ruth Morris Gray