The men and women who serve their country are the protectors, caretakers, and humanitarians - the people who put others before themselves and possess a certain innate sense of duty and sacrifice. 'Uncommon Valor' portrays musically the strength in adversity and bravery under pressure that these special individuals exhibit.
This work was written for the West Point Academy Band as part of the VoxNovus project. Premiered on September 11, 2016 at the Trinity Church in New York City.