A dramatic setting of the poem "Stay Close to Those Sounds" by Hafiz, translated by Daniel Ladinsky.
An earlier, simpler version of this piece was performed by the OK Chorale in 2008.
This version to be performed by the Vocal Art Ensemble in May 2012.
A simple, one-page song to get a group of people to take themselves less seriously and lighten their burdens.
Optional movements include chest thumping and stepping in time to the song.
All parts singable for most voices-- does not have to be done SATB.