Altissimo is proud to honor all veterans with this special compilation performed by the U.S. Military bands and choruses. The pieces featured on the album were selected for the message behind the music. Included are: Eric Ewazen's "A Hymn for the Lost and Living," which he composed as his musical response following September 11th; "That Others May Live" written by SSgt Jeremy Martin and dedicated to all of the medical workers in all branches of the U.S. Military; Gene Sheer's "American Anthem" composed to serve as a reminder of the selfless sacrifices of the men and women who fight for our nation; Robert Jager's "Epilogue: Lest We Forget," commissioned by Colonel Jack Grogran for the 50th Anniversary of WWII; "Gardens of Stone" by James A. Beckel, Jr. written for all fallen heroes buried at Arlington Cemetery; and "The Last Full Measure of Devotion" by Larry Grossman and Buz Kohan composed for the 1991 CBS Special "CBS All-Star Salute to Our Troops," among many other great pieces.

Tracklist:

Gardens of Stone
The Last Full Measure of Devotion
I'm a Soldier (Warrior Ethos)
America the Brave
That Others May Live
American Anthem
Lord, Guard and Guide
Eternal Father, Strong to Save
A Hymn for the Lost and the Living 1
America: A Musical Memorial 1
Amazing Grace 1
For the Fallen 1
Epilogue: Lest We Forget 1
Battle Hymn of the Republic 1
Taps

UPC: 754422559522
Label: Altissimo Records
Release Date: 9.25.12
Format: CD

Beckel / Us Military Band & Choruses - Musical Memorial for America's Veterans (CD)