ALBUM RELEASE - - VVA Nurses' Album 2023: "The Way Back: Songs of Healing by VA Veteran Nurses"

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A STORY OF NEW PARTNERSHIPS AND NEW OPPORTUNITIES
It’s been an exciting time for all of us at Freedom Sings USA. We’ve seen our music arts therapy classes and event reach more Veterans than we ever imagined possible. Keeping up with that growth is, of course, a lot of work. But there’s a joy and optimism to the work that keeps us going. We see the results. We see Veterans reconnecting to their peers and sharing in our group sessions. The songs they write are amazing works that demonstrate their passion, patriotism and courage. For many, their path to healing is a lifelong journey. We are building a community of Veterans, musicians and creative therapy professionals that will be here for them every step of the way.

A COLLABORATION IN SONG
Toward that end, we are excited to announce our ongoing collaboration with the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA.org), VA Clinics and the VA’s Center for Development and Civic Engagement (a community outreach division of the national VA) to create sustainable music art therapy programs that reach Veterans at VA facilities across the nation.

TODAY, through these Veteran programs, we are proud to release the first album of songs by Veterans who are currently servicing as VA nurses. Each song is written by a VA Nurse (along with a songwriting coach) and tells their story — happy or sad, these are songs based on their experiences and challenges in the military and in nursing. These are songs of healing… by actual VA Veteran Nurses. Please take a moment to listen to their stories in song.

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ABOUT THE ALBUM
THE WAY BACK is an album of songs written by Veterans who served in our military and currently work as nurses at the Department of Veterans Affairs (in locations across the country). This album was made possible through the cooperation of VA clinics and the VA Center for Development and Civic Engagement (CDCE) – and through the participation of VA nurses, veterans, songwriters, creative arts therapists and volunteers. All songs are based on real-life experiences shared by participants during Freedom Sings USA classes and workshops between February and April of 2023.

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DIRECT DOWNLOAD HERE. https://freedomsingsusa.bandcamp.com/edit_album?id=1548737104

PLEASE NOTE:
The Bandcamp system automatically changes a tax for all purchases (even for nonprofits). We have adjusted the album donation amount (price) so that the tax will not be an extra cost to the buyer. When you receive your donation receipt, the tax amount will be added to your donation total. We are actively working with Bandcamp to correct this issue. Until then, thank you for understanding.

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN FOR FREE.
OR DONATE TO DOWNLOAD THE ALBUM HERE. https://freedomsingsusa.bandcamp.com/edit_album?id=1548737104
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ALBUM CREDITS

The Way Back / Various Artists
(Veterans listed first in writers' credits)

1. A Nurses Prayer
Written by: Marvia Balfour-Coleman, Minnie Murphy, Don Goodman
Vocals by: Minnie Murphy
2. The Forgotten
Written by: Roland Sauerland, Steve Dean, Don Goodman
Vocals by: Matt Dame
3. Angels Of Mercy
Written by: Susan Pelz, HunterGirl, Don Goodman
Vocals by: HunterGirl
4. Soldier On
Written by: Nikki Kemp, Steve Dean, Don Goodman
Vocals by: Steve Dean
5. Nikki’s Greeting
Written by: Nikki Kemp / Voice by: Bobby Tomberlin
6. Invisible Scars
Written by: Loretta “Lori” Gorecki, Mary Ann Kennedy, Don Goodman
Vocals by: Mary Ann Kennedy
7. Welcome Home
Written by: Christine Y Brooks, Bill Whyte
Vocals by: Bill Whyte
8. Just A Girl
Written by: Ramona Ross, Paul Tull, Irene Kelley
Vocals by: Irene Kelley
9. Everlast
Written by: Hansel Moore, Bobby Tomberlin
Vocals by: Bobby Tomberlin
10. Wherever (Demo Version)
Written by: L. Evonne Johnson, HunterGirl
Vocals by: HunterGirl
11. People Don’t Know
Written by: Kristine Elise Sorto, Minnie Murphy
Vocals by: Minnie Murphy
12. Blessed By My Career
Written by: James Adams, Steve Dean, Don Goodman
Vocals by: Matt Dame
13. Yes You Can
Written by: Stephanie Leach, Steve Dean, Don Goodman
Vocals by: Irene Kelley

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PLEASE HELP SUPPORT MUSIC THERAPY FOR VETERANS
Freedom Sings USA's weekly music therapy classes, touring workshops and recording sessions are provided free of charge for Veterans and Veteran families. In order to maintain our programming goals and reach more Veterans, we rely on the donations of companies and individuals like you. If you have questions about donating or volunteering, please contact us at the email address provided below.

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