Lullaby

Lullaby expresses a parent's love for their child throughout different stages of adolescence with each stanza representing a different time in a child's life. The first begins in their pre-teen era where they are completely dependent upon the support of their parents. The second sees the child in their teenage years where higher stakes of responsibility are thrust upon them and worries of youth fading away trouble them. The final fast-forwards to the end of their high school days as they are released to explore the world on their own. The lyrics and music progress in intensity throughout to represent the growing tensions of the child's life. However, all fades away as the piece concludes signifying that no matter how far away from home they go, they can always return to a restful home. This reflective piece makes for a perfect addition to a graduation commencement program.