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Thread #58166 Message #1293241
Posted By: Joe Offer
09-Oct-04 - 02:46 PM
Thread Name: Lyr Req: Let Peace Prevail (Margaret J. Nelson)
Subject: ADD Tune: Let Peace Prevail
Hi, John - I found the song in the Summer 2002 issue of Sing Out! Magazine. Here are the notes on the song from Sing Out!
This beautiful song of peace comes from Chicago singer Margaret Nelson, mostly known for her solo, duo and group work (with partners Phil Cooper and Kate Early) presenting wonderful interpretations of traditional songs. With all of the fighting and destruction in the world today, it is inspiring to hear these words, simply asking for peace "in our hearts and in our minds," joined with a strong, evocative and singable melody. A recording of "Let Peace Prevail" is not yet released (except on the Sing Out! Songs CD), but you can find out about Margaret's other recordings (and news about when this one will be available) at http://members.aol.com/coopnel/ or by writing Cooper and Nelson at 6N631 Brierwood Drive, St. Charles, Illinois 60175-8402.
I've posted my transcription of the tune, and the tune from the Sing Out! website.