Reverence
By Ellen Bennett | December 29, 2020
I wrote “Reverence” several years ago to commemorate the aftermath of a fire that gutted the First Baptist Church in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Given our current tragic loss and a longing for what was, the piece has just as much significance for me today. Our lives have been ravaged by a viral fire, one that continues to roar out of control just as the vaccines are rolling out. I dedicate this piano solo to dear friends who battle this fire on the front lines of health care every single day. And to the many unsung heroes we will never know.
Copyright © 2020 Ellen Bennett
Ellen Bennett has been composing music for more than 40 years. She is also a writer, actor, and Harley enthusiast. “There is no better way to social distance than to take to the roads, breathe in the wide, open spaces and see humanity from a very different perspective.”
Beautiful, powerful Ellen….and yes, it took me right to the heart of the essence of your purpose…what a beautiful way to honor the many, many unsung heroes that I witness everyday…I had no idea you composed music…I heard you deeply. Thank you.
Lissa, thank you for your heartfelt comments.
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Ellen, Your music always finds a place deep inside that I didn’t know I had. Thank you for once again taking me there. I love you honey.
Thank you, my old dear friend David.