Taking its text from African American poet Joseph S. Cotter, the words and music of this tone poem combine to create a mesmerizing image of the earth as a drum and the rain as drumsticks beating down to create new life. Quiteaccessible for young male choirs, this piece with optional hand drum and rainstick will help develop expressive singing. Available separately: TB, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:15.