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LOVE IS THE BRIDGE TO PEACE
The story of
'Love is the Bridge to Peace'
On Wednesday, June 18, 2008 talented Montana musical artist, Rob Quist generously donated his time as a guest educator for the 2008 Empowerment through Performance Workshop held at the beautiful Flathead Lake United Methodist Camp in Rollins, MT. Rob worked with the young participants crafting this beautiful song that reflects on nature, peace, love and friendship.
In December, 2008, SYVF brought together musical artists from around the country to honor this important creation by recording a professional version and filming a music video clip.
The CD features performances by various guest 'celebrity' artists including Rob Quist, Mike Eldred, Jack Gladstone, Allan & Valeri McGarvey, Denise Sterhan & Jennifer Julian. Musicians included Rob Quist, Dave Griffith, bassist Gary Snow and Cellist Austin Berscheid.
Three of the vocal soloists were talented ETP graduates Katie McGunagle, Tori Quirk & Hannah Martinez. The medley of voices for the chorus included 2008 ETP camp attendees plus talented vocalists Greg Naive, Stephanie White, Wilson Higgs, Bente Grinde, Jesse Brenneman and Ken Grinde.
The vocal and instrumental tracks were recorded at the end of December 2008 at Snoring Hound Studios in Kalispell, MT.
This wonderful venue was generously donated by owner Dave Griffith, who engineered for super-producer David DeVore. Musical Artist Gilli Moon and Film Composer Rebecca Lloyd also contributed to development.
The track was mixed by Emmy Award-winning re-recording mixer Rick Alexander.
The music video clip was shot, edited and directed by Karen Borger.
To buy the CD or download as an mp3 order from our own Web Store page on this website.
To view the music video clip go to YouTube
Julie & Rick Alexander enjoy the song launch at the 2009 fundraiser
The delicious Song Launch Cake!
Our fabulous supporter Mary Beth & her talented daughter Emily 'chill out' at the fundraiser
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To download the song please go to our Merchandise Web Store Page
Pay by paypal & the mp3 track will be emailed within 24hrs.
All donations support scholarships for future workshops
The completed song and video clip were launched at the March 21, 2009 ETP fundraiser in Whitefish, Montana.
JJ, Rick, Karen & Julie enjoy the song launch at the Bohemian Beatnik Benefit
LOVE IS THE BRIDGE TO PEACE
© Share Your Voice Foundation 2008
LYRICS
In mother natures care I feel the peace surround me
And her quiet expression makes me free
I love the sound of birds chirping by my window
It’s my special place of deep tranquility
When I have a friend like you here in my life
Somehow it makes the world a wonderful place
I can believe that you always will be there for me
When I see that look of love on your face
CHORUS
Love is the Bridge to Peace
Each day I pray that all war will cease
When will we be in that place of sweet serenity
Love is the Bridge to Peace
We are created to create, that is our journey here
To build love and lose the hatred that we bear
Give me breath, a beating heart; I’m ready to begin
To make my life into one that all can share
CHORUS
Love is the Bridge to Peace
Each day I pray that all war will cease
When will we be in that place of sweet serenity
Love is the Bridge to Peace
And one day, when all our prayers of love are answered
And like melting ice, the waters will run free
And the Universe will truly be one song we sing
And all the world will live in harmony
Guitar SOLO (over Chorus chords)
CHORUS
Love is the Bridge to Peace
Each day I pray that all war will cease
When will we be in that place of sweet serenity
Love is the Bridge to Peace
Love is the Bridge to Peace
Each day I pray that all war will cease
When will we be in that place of sweet serenity
Love is the Bridge to Peace
Love is the Bridge to Peace
Each day I pray that all war will cease
When will we be in that place of sweet serenity
Love is the Bridge to Peace
