This four-song cycle was composed using the text from speeches given by former President George W. Bush on a single day while on a visit to Liberia in 2008. 

The work was premiered in full by baritone Andy Pokel at St. Olaf College in 2009 with the composer at the piano. 

By purchasing this downloadable sheet music you are also purchasing performance rights for yourself. Please contact Tim Kraack about any performances. Please do not photocopy this music except as it pertains to your own performances.

Recording made at Fresh Ink concert 11/24/2008