This is one my favorites I sang in high school: "Choose Something Like a Star" set by Randall Thompson. Back then it didn't strike me as something phenomenal, but growing older, I've come to appreciate it greatly. The harmonies and melodies that were ingrained in me at the time of singing have stayed with me for decades.
And the words by Robert Frost are timeless -- reminding us that all of our problems -- the coronavirus, political strife, racism, murders, and all the hate are absolutely nothing in the universe. There is something larger than it all -- something to which we can all turn to and focus our attention.
The last four lines:
So when at times the mob is swayed
To carry praise or blame too far,We may choose something like a starTo stay our minds on and be staid.
This is one of the few songs that brings me peace.
