Wingert-Jones Publications Boundless Light - Chambers - Concert Band - Gr. 2

Composer: Carol Brittin Chambers
Format: Score and Parts
Instrumentation: Concert Band
Grade: 2

Description
This beautiful work was composed by Carol Brittin Chambers in memory of her friend's son Cooper, who passed away at the tender age of 7. This piece is a beautiful tribute to Cooper's life and Carol does a brilliant way of showcasing through music eight important lessons that she has learned from Cooper's life.

Program Notes
Writing a piece such as this is never easy, yet it often proves to be one of the most meaningful experiences in my life. Eric Lins approached me about composing this piece in memory of his son, Cooper, who had died suddenly at age 7 from a blood infection... unimaginable! Eric mentioned a quote, "grief is just love with no place to go," and he was hoping that a new piece might be one way to share his family's love with others, blessing not only his band, but the entire community and bands everywhere. Before I started writing, Cooper's entire family met with me and also sent me a memory video collage. Upon watching, I immediately dissolved into tears, but the good kind! I got to see firsthand Cooper's boundless energy and zest for life.

Eric also shared "8 Things I Learned From Cooper":

1. Be in the moment
2. Surround yourself with people
3. Do what you love, and share it with others
4. Loan others your strength, and make them feel brave
5. Don't see problems, see possibilities
6. Just have fun
7. Ask lots of questions
8. Say the things that need to be said