Music Group 2022-01-06 Music of Renewal

       Be the Change by Lily-Jo

Submitted by Deb, who writes,
When asked "What do you hope this song does for other people?" A: "I hope this song encourages others to be the change in their local community, whether that is in their household or with their neighbours. I want them to be reminded that putting other people first and serving others is really important for our mental health and wellbeing. I hope it helps people be the best versions of themselves that they can be!"

       "Rise Up" by Andra Day

Submitted by Deb, who says, "One of my favorites."

       "Here Comes the Sun" by the Beatles

Submitted by Deb, who says, "A classic!"

       "The Glitt'ring Sun" by Thomas Arne

Submitted by Lewis, who writes,
"The glitt’ring sun begins to rise / On yonder hill, and paints the skies." Thomas Arne (1710 - 1778) is best known for "Rule, Britannia!" and "A-Hunting We Will Go".

       Dvorak — Largo from New World Symphony

Submitted by Myndall, who writes:
Composed by Antonin Dvorak in 1893 while he was director of the National Conservatory of Music of America from 1892 to 1895. Astronaut Neil Armstrong took a tape recording of the New World Symphony along during the Apollo 11 mission, the first moon landing, in 1969.

       Here's to Life — Shirley Horn

Submitted by Alice, who says,
I sing this song when I am sad and need to contemplate life. It helps me deal with loss. The melody is beautiful and the lyric is poignant. It was Shirley Horn's closing song.

       I Hope You Dance — Brian & Lee Ann Womack

       You're Gonna be Okay — Brian & Jenn Johnson

Submitted by Mary, who says the New World Symphony inspires her, also.

       Changes — David Bowie

Submitted by Mike.

       Hard Drive — Cassandra Jenkins

Submitted by Liz, who writes,
Cassandra Jenkins' "Hard Drive" is a song about renewal (see sample lyrics below). And the video is a gem of a story, musically told. "I can see you’ve had a rough few months, but this year, it's gonna be a good one / I’ll count to three and tap your shoulder / We’re gonna put your heart back together."

       A Walk On The Wild Side — Lou Reed

Submitted by Bob.