“The Stars & Stripes Forever” and “Patriotic Medley” Montage ~
The Chenaults perform excerpts of “The Stars & Stripes Forever” by John Phillip Sousa, arranged by The Chenaults and “Patriotic Medley” by Charles Callahan.
An entire audio recording of Ray and Beth performing “The Stars & Stripes Forever” can be heard on “20th Century Organ Music for Two Volume 1”. An entire performance recording of “Patriotic Medley” can be heard on The Chenaults’ latest CD album “20th-21st Century Music for Two Volume 4”. Both are available for purchase and download at ChenaultDuo.com
Ray and Beth premiered “Patriotic Medley” a the Spreckels Organ Pavilion, San Diego, California; August 6, 2012, for the 2012 International Summer Organ Festival.
Notes on “Patriotic Medley” by Charles Callahan:
“The Chenaults commissioned this duet as a celebration of the freedoms we enjoy in the United States, and in appreciation for our veterans and for those who currently serve in the Armed Forces. We Americans have a great treasure in patriotic melodies beloved by many generations. I had an abundance of material to work with, and for a composer, that’s always a GOOD thing. I would have liked to include them ALL — but you would be here all day. So I hope you enjoy the selection which includes “From the Hall of Montezuma,” “Eternal Father, Strong to Save,” “Simple Gifts,” “O Beautiful for Spacious Skies” and “The Battle Hymn of the Republic.”
This video collection was recorded and produced by RnR Fusion Media at and around St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Amarillo Texas.
