The United States Air Force Band

This weekend marks the 100th Anniversary of Veterans Day!
Originally called Armistice Day, it commemorated the signing of the agreement which ended World War I and was first observed on November 11th, 1918. As we celebrate the uncommon valor and selfless devotion of our veterans, enjoy our performance of "Freedom Song" by the Singing Sergeants. Join us in thanking every member of the Armed Forces for their service to this nation, those laid to rest and those valiantly fighting for the freedoms we share.

Credits:
Composer: Betsy Listenfelt
Arrangement: MSgt Benjamin Park
Performers: The U.S. Air Force Singing Sergeants
(https://www.music.af.mil/Bands/The-United-States-Air-Force-Band/Ensembles/Singing-Sergeants/)
Executive Producer: Colonel Larry H. Lang
Producer: 1st Lieutenant Philip R. Emory
Editor: Senior Master Sgt. Dennis Hoffmann
Colorist: Chief Master Sgt. Jebodiah Eaton

Lyrics:

Freedom Song

We walk
With a different step
And we talk
With a different voice
And we love
With a tender heart
And we give
With open arms

CHORUS
I believe
Every step that I take
Is my freedom
That you can’t take away
I believe in
All the blood sweat and tears shed
To give to the world
All these years...

We cry
For heroes we lose in the fight
For freedom to choose
And we die
With honor and dignity
So fly
Your flag way up high

CHORUS
I believe
Every step that I take
Is my freedom
That you can’t take away
I believe in
All the blood sweat and tears shed
To give to the world
All these years...

We love
With a tender heart
And we give
With open arms

CHORUS
I believe
Every step that I take
Is my freedom
That you can’t take away
I believe
Every step that I take
Is my freedom
That you can’t take away
I believe in
All the blood sweat and tears shed
To give to the world

All these years
(I believe in all my freedom)
(I give to the world)
All these years
(I believe in all my freedom)
(I give to the world)

"Freedom Song" celebrates the 100th Veterans Day Anniversary

A final bow

Mom and Dad’s - composed by Technical Sgt. Ricky Parrell

MUSICIANS:
Technical Sgt. - Ricky Parrell - alto sax
Technical Sgt. - Michael Cemprola - alto sax
Technical Sgt. - Victor Holmes - bass
Technical Sgt. - Gabriel Staznik - snare
Technical Sgt. - Chris Ziemba- piano

CREDITS:
Colonel Larry H. Lang - Executive Producer
Master Sgt. Emily Wellington - Producer/Editor/Videographer
Senior Master Sgt. Dennis Hoffmann - Videographer

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