Classical Music With Big Mike

On this Monday, May 27, 2024 is Memorial Day. May God Bless all of the fallen heroes [and their families] of America’s armed forces who have made the ultimate sacrifice for us and for our country. Without the sacrifice made by so many, we would not have the free country we have today. Their sacrifice can never be repaid, but it must never be forgotten, and it must always be honored.

This classical music blog would like to honor our fallen heroes with two pieces: First, a somber, passionate, beautiful piece that has been played at many memorials: Samuel Barber’s, “Adagio for Strings“. I feel this piece is very appropriate on this American holiday not just because of the appropriate music but also because on this American Holiday, Samuel Barber is one of the greatest American composers of the twentieth century. 

And the second piece is another very moving, emotional piece that may bring tears to your eyes, “The Navy Hymn” [Eternal father, strong to save].

Please turn up the volume for these beautiful and emotional pieces.

Samuel Barber: Adagio For Strings:

Eternal Father, Strong To Save (Navy Hymn):

Let us honor the Fallen of the American Armed Forces Who Paid The Ultimate Sacrifice for our country!