I went through my "folio" of classical and non-classical favorites.
Almost all classical pieces are off copyright, but other than some very solemn and powerful pieces, not terribly catchy.
That said, there are places for both "choral" and more catchy classical pieces.
Examples would be "Va Pensiero" by Verdi (Hebrew slaves seeking freedom) and some tunes from Carmen.
Oscar Hammerstein III adapted all the main songs from Carmen to a musical "Carmen Jones" set in the 20th century about a solider, a woman and a prizefighter (not a bullfighter).
The non-classical ones are all copyrighted, I am sure.
But there's always the possibility of being inspired, and I am not interested in AI.
I grew up with the rock and protest songs of the 60's. Not having composed a shred, it would be pretty monumental of me to write anything in any genre.
I'll share lyrics as they come to me, and if anyone likes them. I did hear some recent protest songs and perhaps they are a little complex. Perhaps they aren't, but you know how powerful the 60's protest songs were. Something that good is needed now.
Anyway, thanks for the feedback.
Composers?
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