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West Salem singers join voices in haunting ode to the power of song

Choir of the Titans members sing “Flight Song” in a video released Jan. 23 (YouTube screenshot)

West Salem High School’s Choir of the Titans has a new song out, joining 45 student voices recorded remotely.

The ensemble released its rendition of “Flight Song” by composer Kim Arnesen on Jan. 23 on director Kimberly McConnell’s YouTube channel.

Student music ensembles have been challenged to rehearse during remote school in part because of Salem-Keizer’s scheduling system, which restricts students to taking classes with peers in the same grade.

That change was intended to smooth a return to in-person classes.

Choir of the Titans has sophomores, juniors and seniors and had to meet outside class time to rehearse and record the song.

You can watch the video below.

-Rachel Alexander