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Grammy-nominated artist releases patriotic Album, Plans National Tour
AMERICAN FORK, UTAH -- Grammy-nominated pianist David Glen Hatch's
new CD, Let Freedom Ring, is a collection of newly arranged patriotic
songs that capture the American spirit. He will be showcasing these
songs on a nationwide patriotic tour this fall.
"September 11 left me with a desire to heal troubled hearts and to
remind us all of the privileges of patriotism and the blessings of
being an American. Music is my language to soothe the soul and make
the heart soar," said David Glen Hatch, nationally acclaimed concert
pianist. "With that in mind, I specifically chose songs that would
show America's resilience through our tragedies and triumphs."
Let Freedom Ring features traditional favorites, folk medleys,
Broadway and pop hits, and original songs. "The tapestry of America
is woven with the familiarity of Yankee Doodle and Battle Hymn of the
Republic, the gentleness of the Shenandoah Valley and the exuberance
of Dixieland, and with medleys that touch back to the Revolutionary
and Civil Wars," said Hatch. "From a Distance became an anthem of the
Gulf War and God Bless America defines us as Americans today."
Two songs from the Broadway hit Les Miserable give unique perspective
on America's stance after the September 11 attack. "Do You Hear the
People Sing was written about the French Revolution and becomes a
battle cry for Americans as we embark on our own war against
terrorism. One line in the song was rewritten to better reflect our
current struggle," said Rich Smith, vocal producer. "Bring Him Home
is a plea for the safe return of those men and women who have left
home and family to safeguard our freedom."
"The sensitivity of Let Freedom Ring is astounding and gratifying,"
said Utah Senator Orrin G. Hatch. "The well-arranged songs and
spectacular performances will stir patriotic feelings like no other
CD." Senator Hatch, a talented musician in his own right, wrote the
two original songs for the CD: Morning Breaks on Arlington and Heal
Our Land.
"Many people who know Senator Hatch politically don't realize that he
has the special gift of capturing the thoughts and emotions we all
feel and putting them to music," said Smith. "His ability to vividly
show the feelings of sacrifice and reverence in Arlington Cemetery is
particularly significant because his brother is buried there."
"The variety of music allows everyone to connect with their patriotic
feelings through a musical medium with which they are comfortable,"
said Phil Reschke, Managing Editor of Multimedia at Covenant
Communications. "From sweeping orchestral pieces to Broadway hits,
and from a top-40 tune to an American folk medley, there really is
something for everyone."
"David is a musical powerhouse who loves to write and arrange, but
his passion is playing," said Smith. "He is a true pianist that
people respond to because he plays from his soul."
David Glen Hatch will be embarking on a national tour during the
summer and fall of 2002 and will include the Kennedy Center for the
Performing Arts in Washington D.C., George Washington University in
D.C., The Arlington National Cemetery Ampitheater, and Carnegie Hall
in New York City. "This is the largest project I have experienced in
my 22 years of recording and I want to perform these powerful pieces
in the national locations that are steeped in history."
Let Freedom Ring, by David Glen Hatch, arrangements by Marden Pond
and Richard Smith ($15.95 CD, $9.95 cassette) is published by
Covenant Communications and is available at bookstores everywhere, or
at www.covenant-lds.com.
Founded in 1958 and headquartered in American Fork, Utah, Covenant
Communications publishes more than 100 book, audio, and software
titles annually, and is the largest independent publisher in the LDS
market.
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About the Artist and Arrangers
David Glen Hatch is recognized as a distinguished performer,
recording artist, and educator. He has toured extensively throughout
the United States, Canada, Europe, Russia, and the Far East. Dr.
Hatch holds a Bachelor of Music degree from Brigham Young University,
and both Masters of Music and DMA degrees from the Conservatory of
Music, University of Missouri-Kansas City. He has been a semifinalist
twice at the Gina Bachauer International Piano Competition, has
received the LDSBA "Listener's Choice Award," and received two Grammy
Award nominations. Dr. Hatch lives in Orem, Utah.
Marden Pond received degrees from Brigham Young University, Arizona
State University, and the University of Northern Colorado. He is the
recipient of Utah's Composer of the Year award and winner of the
Forte Music Composition Competition.
Richard Smith is an award-winning composer and arranger who has
worked with many leading studios, including The Walt Disney Company
and Warner Bros. Pictures.
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Grammy-nominated artist releases patriotic Album, Plans National Tour
Covenant Communications Press Release 19Feb02 A2
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