Franklin – SATB

Immerse the performers, audience, and yourself the fusion of choral/orchestral brilliance and powerful energy of FRANKLIN. The composer/librettist, Z. Randall Stroope, delivers an array of emotion, drama, and inspiration on one of the most imaginative and influential humans in history – Benjamin Franklin. The Carnegie Hall premier – only weeks ago – was an amazing demonstration of the intensely engaging impact of the work, with the packed audience applauding randomly and vigorously throughout in a celebration of freedom and liberty for humankind across the globe. The themes of this work transcend anniversaries of an emerging American nation, and have a much more broad appeal in a myriad of concert themes and circumstances where family and peaceful co-existence of culture and creed are celebrated. Incorporating this work into your programming will be a highlight for years to come. Strong upper level secondary schools, community, and university ensembles will assimilate this work quickly and make it an “artistic centerpiece” of their season programming.
Written in celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary, Franklin is a powerful SATB choral work by Z. Randall Stroope that draws on the words, hopes, and aspirations of Benjamin Franklin to reflect on the promise of what the United States might become. Thoughtful, dignified, and timely, this patriotic concert work gives choirs the opportunity to engage with one of the most influential voices of the American founding in a setting that is both meaningful and artistically compelling.

Scored for SATB choir and orchestra, Franklin is ideal for patriotic concerts, festival performances, anniversary observances, and other significant commemorative events. Stroope’s writing brings a sense of weight, purpose, and musical sweep to Franklin’s vision while remaining accessible for many accomplished choirs. The result is a memorable work that feels historically grounded, emotionally resonant, and especially fitting for performances connected to America’s 250th Anniversary.

Part of the National Concerts Choral Series and published by Hinshaw Music, Franklin is now available in print as Franklin – SATB.

Here Are Some Carnagie Hall Rehearsal Videos of Frankllin SATB

https://youtube.com/shorts/CAc83-QI7lAhttps://youtube.com/shorts/PMV9MvEWrkA