The lyrics “Life is a Song, Let’s Sing it Together” were penned by Joe Young and charted at #1 by Ruth Etting, America’s Sweetheart of Song, in 1935. That year, the world continued its struggle through the Great Depression, Babe Ruth played his final game, and FDR signed the Social Security Act into law. As we transition from 2008, confronted by news flashes that read “financial crisis”, the song that many of us may be singing may sound distinctively like the blues. That’s completely understandable.

Surviving 2008 was difficult for many. The uncertainty of 2009 has many of us on pins and needles. For this reason, we are sending compilation CDs of new music to our clients and partners because we believe that a batch of new tunes to hum along to just might serve as a welcome change. With a little luck, we all may even find a little, much needed inspiration within the melodies.

The twelve tracks found on Crossover ’09: Songs in Quarter Time send messages of rescue (“Rescue Me”), the coming spring (“Your Spring Will Come Along”), and the edge of the dawn (“Sweet the Open Road”) as well as the other communiqués that are steeped in the optimistic possibilities that we believe the future holds.

The music found on the CD was compiled for the Venza Group by Music for Charities (www.DownloadUplift.com). An organization driven by the pursuit of charitable fundraising through the promotion of independent music, Music for Charities is the community development partner of the Venza Group. The compilation CD is only the most recent collaboration between Music for Charities and the Venza Group.

So, whatever challenges we’re are facing, and whatever song we may be singing, the Venza Group is committed to providing guidance in 2009 through compassion, innovation and quality. Together, we can make 2009 sing. Those interested in getting a copy of the Crossover ’09: Songs in Quarter are encouraged to reach out to us - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it