Connecticut composer Brian Field collaborates with poet Amanda Gorman for a new piece titled “Everything Hurts,” which sets Gorman’s poem “Hymn for the Hurting” to music. Scheduled for performance on October 24 and 25 by the Nashville Symphony, this work aims to elevate awareness around gun violence prevention, especially in cities with high gun-related incidents like Nashville.
Field’s artistic focus on social issues is evident not only in this collaboration but throughout his body of work, which spans a variety of musical styles and addresses topics like climate change and racial injustice. Gorman, known for her poignant poem recited during President Biden’s inauguration, lends her voice to this vital cause. Field expresses a hope that their collaboration not only raises awareness but fosters change, underscoring its significance by donating all royalties to Everytown for Gun Safety.
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