Because of the Brave

On Memorial Day of 2009, Village Voices took part in Plymouth’s Annual Memorial Day Ceremony at Veteran’s Memorial Park. We witnessed hundreds of people stand together for over an hour remembering the sacrifices of those who have and continue to serve our country. We sang with the PCEP Band as they played the Star-Spangled Banner and we led the audience in Irving Berlin’s God Bless America. During this wonderfully moving ceremony, I witnessed three World War II Veterans who simply could not remain standing — one by one they had to search for and find a place to sit. I then wondered, how many more of these events will they have the opportunity to witness?

In May of 2010, the BeckRidge Chorale will present Because of the Brave — a Memorial Day Concert. We want everyone to have an opportunity to pause and reflect upon the sacrifices made to keep our country free, with a performance that will allow those who stood at our defense to sit as honored guests. The Chorale has always had a special affinity for patriotic music and this concert will be one you will never forget!

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