A New Birth of Freedom - Anthony O'Toole

“Four score and seven years ago” is the start of the most famous 271 words in American history. Read in less than two minutes before approximately 15,000 people who had gathered to honor the sacrifice of the Union soldiers at Gettysburg, President Lincoln's address wasn’t immediately recognized as particularly significant, but over time, came to be viewed as one of the most influential statements ever delivered. Set beautifully to music by Anthony O'Toole, this piece features the still-powerful words of the Gettysburg Address. This is “A New Birth of Freedom”. A New Birth of Freedom Anthony O'Toole Big River Brass Band Nicolas Propes, director August 2, 2026 St. Paul Lutheran Church #GettysburgAddress #AbrahamLincoln #America250 #ANewBirthOfFreedom