You can read some interesting information about Walt Whitman and the context behind his poem "Reconciliation" here:
http://american-poetry.suite101.com/article.cfm/whitmans_reconciliation
http://xroads.virginia.edu/~CAP/hospital/whitman.htm
http://www.eliteskills.com/analysis_poetry/Reconciliation_by_Walt_Whitman_analysis.php
WHAT TO WORK ON BEFORE OUR NEXT REHEARSAL
"Set me as a Seal" all the notes and rhythm
"The Beatitudes" notes and rhythm up to measure 8
"Reconciliation" please work through notes and rhythm to bottom of page 4.
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