Highly rhythmic in both accompaniment and voices with independent vocal lines, this work simply radiates energy with a message of hope and empowerment: "To the stars through difficulties, look upward, move

Joyful energy, dance-like rhythms, effective handclaps, and shifting meters all come together in this exuberant choral feature that is based on a Buddhist mantra. Repetitive melodies dance freely through

Like all Shaw–Parker spiritual settings, this classic a cappella arrangement is expertly crafted. It remains a top choice for festival choirs and is often performed in both sacred and concert