While working on a book about the interdependence of freedom and character, Dr. George Simon experienced a rekindling of his own patriotic spirit. He scored a melody that had been haunting him for nearly 7 years, and together with his wife, Dr. Sherry Simon, penned the straight-from-the-heart lyrics of the song.
America, My Home! is the title song on Country Music Showdown National Champion Rick David Tripp's mini CD Anthems for the Millennium available through Amazon.com. Tripp's rich baritone voice and faithful interpetation of the song has moved many to tears and standing ovations during live performances. The "goosebump"- evoking arrangement is by Nashville-based producer Jonathan Joyner. To hear for yourself, click on the icon below.
The marvelous tenor Eric Saunders has also recorded a version of the song, which can be ordered through this website. Eric's faithful treatment of the song has resulted in requests for him to repeat church performances on Independence Day nearly every year since the song debuted. Jonathan Joyner's stirring orchestral arrangement is again featured on this CD. Hear it by clicking the icon below.
Click on the link below to hear a live performance of Anthem for the Millennium (America, My Home!)
by Country Music Showdown National Champion Ricky David Tripp.
This performance was part of an Arkansas Tribute to the Men and Women in Uniform.
See and hear for yourself the power and impact of this "goosebump"-evoking anthem.
Order Ricky David Tripp's mini-CD from amazon.com today.
Order Eric Sauders' version using the form at the bottom of this page:
Sheet Music
Anthem for the Millennium was composed in two main versions. One version, primarily scored for full orchestra, is in verse, verse, chorus format and has slightly different lyrics. Another version is in the popular verse-chorus, verse-chorus version and is ideal for airplay and for public performances by a soloist with backup vocals. Custom scores for Jazz bands, marching bands, light orchestras, etc. and other modified versions are available upon request.
SAMPLE COPIES ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE PUBLISHER FREE OF CHARGE TO CHORAL GROUPS, SCHOOLS OF MUSIC, MILITARY AND VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS, AND OTHER INSTITUTIONS. ADDRESS REQUESTS DIRECTLY TO DR. SIMON USING THE CONTACT PAGE. DEMONSTRATION ORCHESTRATION CDS AND PERFORMANCE SOUNDTRACKS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE.
Praise for America, My Home!
"A timeless piece that touches the heart. I was totally blown away."
Art Vuolo - "Radio's Best Friend", June 20, 2001
The lyrics for both versions of Anthem For the Millennium (America, My Home!) are printed for your convenience below.
Version 1 (popular CD version) Lyrics
I have seen the torch of freedom pass from hand to yearning hand And the vision of our fathers spread hope throughout this land As the dream some fought and died for in my heart, becomes my own I will strive to keep her promise, America, my home!
America!, America! May God bless America! And freedom reign across America, my home!
From the shorelines to the prairies to the cities, great and small We have reaped the fruits of justice and liberty for all So with deep appreciation for the blessings we have known I will honor her forever, America, my home!
America!, America! May God bless America! And freedom reign across America, my home!
America!, America! May God bless America! And freedom reign across America, my home! May freedom reign across America, my home!
I have seen the torch of freedom pass from hand to yearning hand And the vision of our fathers spread hope throughout this land As the dream some fought and died for in my heart, becomes my own I will strive to keep her promise, America, my home!
From the shorelines to the prairies to the cities, great and small We have reaped the fruits of justice and liberty for all So with deep appreciation for the blessings we have known I will honor her forever, America, my home!
America!, America! God bless this land I love! May He keep, protect, and guide her through centuries unknown God keep, protect, and guide her, America, my home!
