SONGS of HOPE and PEACE
Twelve songs dedicated to those who gave their all
Why Hope & Peace?
Stephen Poxon
Reading through letters from World War One, I came across words of hope. Inspired by their messages to loved ones I felt moved to paraphrase and blend them into twelve songs.
Chris Mitchell
I found the words inspiring, and before long melodies began to form. The songs are universal, they capture a moment in our history when faith was strong.
Brindley Sherratt
Each song is composed to lift spirits and provide a soothing escape, a hope of peace. One cannot sing these words without feeling compassion for those soldiers who gave their lives in hope for peace.
Our Musical Journey
Click here to watch the short film on vimeo.com with Stephen and Chris talking about their project 'Songs of Hope and Peace' and sound track from Brindley Sherratt.
Click here to listen to the full sound track sung by Brindley Sherratt, accompanied by Chris Mitchell.
Click here to view a list of all the 12 songs and listen to the tracks from the 'Songs of Hope and Peace' collaboration.
Get in Touch
We would love to hear from you. Whether you have questions about our music, want to collaborate, learn more, or simply wish to share your thoughts, do get in touch.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How can I listen to the songs?
The reneowed opera singer Brindley Sherratt has recorded the song 'Heaven and Hell'. (click this link to listen). If you or your choir perform and record any of the remaining songs, we would be delighted to add your recording to this website.
Are the songs written for a soloist only?
The songs can be used in a solo setting. One song is more of an anthem for choir however, each songs can be adapted to a range of groups.
How can I purchase the songs?
Get in contact with us and and we will be happy to help you.
Are the songs about World War I only?
The lyrics have been drawn from archives representing thousnads of lives, and blended and paraphrased into verse. Yes they are all from World War I. That being said, the need for hope and peace has perhaps never been greater.
Do you have any other projects planned?
This is the first collaboration of Mitchell and Poxon, there are no fixed plans for a further collaboraion, but never say never.
Those who study such matters tell us that if we fail to notice the mistakes of history, we are likely to repeat them again in the future. As these Songs of Hope and Peace represent the tragedy and sadness of World War One, we need only look towards today's news outlets to realise that humankind seems strangely incapable of heeding such lessons.
That being so, the need for hope and peace has perhaps never been greater, and these songs therefore represent that longing.
Drawn together from archives representing thousands of lives, homes and families, and blended and paraphrased, this collection is a nod of warmest gratitude to those who gave their all in the cause of freedom. These twelve compositions speak of gratitude and respect, and are written from a standpoint of humility.
They also speak of hopes and prayers for the dawning of a day when humanity might eventually learn the folly of hatred. As war memorials all over the land stand in silent salute, so these Songs of Hope and Peace mark such great sacrifices whilst simultaneously marking the intentions of men, women and children whose desire is goodwill.
Our prayer is that Songs of Hope and Peace will combine all those elements; paying tribute to history's heroes and encouraging our resolve to pursue paths of reconciliation and harmony.
Stephen Poxon and Chris Mitchell talk about their collaboration project, 'Songs of Hope and Peace', with one of songs sung by Brindley Sherratt.