We were invited to a concert Saturday night. Our schedule was free, so we went. We didn't know anything about it, other than there would be music and some singers from Nashville.
Not knowing what to expect, we went with openness to the American Legion post in Red Bank.
It was an event connected with Freedom Sings, an organization that helps vets turn their stories into songs.
They had held a retreat Friday and Saturday at Cumberland Presbyterian in Red Bank. The concert was the songs that came out of that time.
The songs and stories were amazing. The stories came to life. Raw emotions came through, heart-felt experiences, laughter, tears, somber realizations of what the vets had lived through. There were celebrations of success, remembrance of sacrifices made.
Freedom Sings is an incredible organization.
You can find out more on their website:
This organization originated in Chattanooga. Here are a few words about them from their website page:
"Freedom Sings USA provides songwriting and music-arts therapy programs for Veterans and Military families. Based in Nashville and Chattanooga (TN), we are now providing weekly classes, monthly workshops and touring events nationwide (live and online). Whether you're a veteran searching for a place to connect with peers, a songwriter looking to share your talents, or an organization interested in supporting our Veteran-focused mission, we invite you to get involved today. Music is Good Medicine."
We heard local musicians (Josh Wheeler) and others from Nashville (Huntergirl, Steve Dean). The songs that the musicians put together with the veterans were amazing!
I didn't take pictures at the event, other than the signs above. Nor did I video any songs.
I stayed in the moment, listening, being.
Here are some videos I found online:
I invite you to learn about Freedom Sings USA from the links in this post and/or from your own research.
We got some coffee at the event from which proceeds go to help the Freedom Sings USA organization. The coffee was "Camo Cafe". There were some CDs at the event, but I didn't get one. I wish there was a recording of the songs played Saturday night. Meanwhile, I'll keep looking for songs.
Each and every story is valuable!
Deb
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