Fournier Bay (Love from Antarctica) - Stanton Lanier

This is my first composition for full orchestra. It was inspired by a once in a lifetime expedition to Antarctica, and expresses God's peace, beauty, and adventure. Fournier Bay was our last stop, and it was one of the most glorious days I have ever seen. Every view was filled with God's splendor and majesty, and was a symbol of God's extravagant love toward us. I hope this creates a "God Encounter" for you like it did for me, and you sense His amazing grace and love for you. "The breath of God produces ice, and the broad waters become frozen" (Job 37.10). "The amazing grace of the Master, Jesus Christ, the extravagant love of God, the intimate friendship of the Holy Spirit, be with all of you" (2 Corinthians 13.14).

[baiji]

Beautiful and powerful. I could feel God's presence while watching and listening to this. People who think it is okay to drill for oil in the arctic must watch this, to be woken up!

[SoniaAcioli]

Dazzling, Gorgeous scenery, peaceful song.

[mml]

So beautiful. Very excited to hear new music from you. This just made my day. I love it and love the video. Thank you so so much. Love, light and bright blessings to you and everyone listening and watching💙😇🙏🌞

[voicetube]

Wow, absolutely beautiful (the visuals but of course, also, the TREMENDOUS MUSIC!).

[KSguitarmusic]

Hi Stanton...If you don't mind my asking, did you personally do all the orchestral scoring? Just wondering since obviously it takes a good bit of familiarity with the various transpositions across both the winds and strings, e.g. the most common instruments pitched primarily in C, Bb, Eb, and F. Even more complex if adding parts such lesser-used transpositions (Clarinet in A, etc.). Then, of course, you've got the viola written in alto clef. 

Anyway, thanks for sharing this. Isn't Antarctica an amazing place? I had the good fortune to be able to go there 2 years ago - a most humbling and inspiring destination to be sure. God's peace and grace to you as you continue your music

[jestgo]

Lets pray for Every polar bear...! We need to change our bad habits and way of thinking about Every animal and Nature...🙏🌎💖

[tamun]

Wow! I've so enjoyed your musical progression over the past several years. Now that you've gone this direction, do you yearn to do more orchestral pieces? Will piano/keyboard still be your favorite?

[artfood]

I predict the latest boby balance may use this track.😁

[onsLinneke]

My orchestra would love to play it. Where can I find the scores?