This is a piece composed by Eric Whitacre. He is by far one of the well-known living contemporary composers and is mostly known for his choral and concert band pieces. Although it is a rather short piece “Animal Crackers” is a great work for many reasons. One, it truly captures the essence of the animals he writes about. Two, the music is beautiful in itself. Why ask for more of something that is perfect the way it is?

Music is unique among the arts. It captures emotions and feelings and connects people to a deeper level. People can connect with a photo or a movie faster, but rarely to the degree that music does. It connects deep in a person’s roots, identifying with them with an emotion unlike any other form of communication or expression.
Music is life.