In the chaos of our lives, we often neglect our needs for community, support and rest. In “The World is Too Big,” Grace Becker creates a warm embrace, reminding us to turn to one another for comfort and solace when things are difficult. The piece begins in unison, and then splits into two-part harmony, creating a wonderful work for developing choirs.

Grace Becker is a composer, educator, and poet based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She is excited to share her passion for spreading joy and writing music with the world. Grace grew up singing in choirs in her hometown of Bloomington, MN and began composing while receiving her bachelor’s in music education from Wartburg College. She quickly found purpose in the vulnerable, honest nature of this process. She has since composed a handful of songs, with her debut appearing in the Compose Like A Girl series. She has always had a love for poetry and storytelling, often choosing to make settings of her own poems. Choral music has left a profound mark on her life and she is honored to be able to share her works with the public, hoping they will find those who need to hear them the most.

Composer’s Notes

In this modern age we take great pride in filling up our schedules to the brim, climbing ladders to success, and putting on a brave face. This is something I find myself guilty of quite frequently. There is a time and place for staying busy and chasing dreams, believe me, but I am a firm believer in practicing rest alongside the racing. The world bears heavy on our shoulders, and you simply cannot expect yourself to conquer it every minute of every day. Just as cars need gas and our stomachs need food, your heart and mind need fuel in the same way. This piece is my poem to those days when getting back up on your feet is hard, when you’ve lost track of the smiling mask. When you have nothing else to give the world, take a moment back for yourself. Tomorrow won’t be better if you don’t take care of yourself today.

Breathe, rest, be.

Ask for help, experience comfortable silence with a friend, get some fresh air, or just sleep, you deserve it.

-Grace Becker

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The world is too big for overcoming.
We don’t have long before the morning.
Tomorrow we can do the impossible things,
For a time we lie in waiting
The world is too big, come find me.
I’m never far from the road.
I’ve left a trace behind, tied with a string,
But you hold string of your own.
The world is too big for overcoming.
We’ll paint our own silver lining.
Our bravery subsides, but our voices will sing,
“The world is too big to face alone.”

-Grace Becker

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