Watched by over 110 million people in the U.S., 162 million worldwide, “Declaration Anthem” was created by Steve Dancz as the soundtrack to the film “Tribute to the Declaration of Independence,” featuring General Colin Powell. The film premiered on the international broadcast of Super Bowl XLV and was the most-watched television event ever. “Declaration Anthem” was mixed at Skywalker Ranch by multi-Grammy winner Leslie Ann Jones and has been entered into the balloting process for the 54th Grammy Awards.
Telly Awards Honor Declaration Anthem
Steve Dancz’s “Declaration Anthem” received a Silver Telly in two categories: TV Programs, Segments, or Promotional Pieces – Sports; and TV Programs, Segments, or Promotional Pieces – Use of Music .
The Telly Awards honor the very best television commercials and programs, as well as the finest video and film productions, and work created for the web. The 32nd Annual Telly Awards received over 11,000 entries from all 50 states and five continents.
New Soundtrack Release
“Sacred Sites of the Dalai Lamas” soundtrack is now available on iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/sacred-sites-dalai-lamas-music/id434907105
New Book Release
The new book “Sacred Sites of the Dalai Lamas” has also just been released. A beautiful companion piece to the film, Steve and four other photographers take you on a stunning journey to Tibet with illuminating text by Glenn Mullin.
Downloads of Super Bowl XLV score to assist Wounded Warrior Project
In conjunction with his partners at Placement Music, Steve has decided to use the visibility of this platform to raise funds for a very important organization called the Wounded Warriors Project. Read more »
Declaration Anthem on iTunes and Amazon
Immediately following the broadcast, “Declaration Anthem” (the soundtrack from the Declaration of Independence film broadcast during Super Bowl XLV) was made available on iTunes and Amazon.com. All download sales will have a portion of the proceeds directed to the Wounded Warrior Project, an important non-profit that serves the 40,000 service members that have been wounded in the current conflicts. “Declaration Anthem” will be available in its full form, shortened form (radio edit) and also as a ringtone.
Declaration Anthem on iTunes
Declaration Anthem on Amazon.com
Upcoming Performances
Oct 21, 2011 : Woodruff Arts Center : Jazz at the High Museum featuring Steve Dancz
Pianist/Composer Steve Dancz will be appearing with his Sextet on Friday night, October 21, at the Woodruff Arts Center in Atlanta as part of the High Museum of Art’s Friday Night Jazz Series.
The group begins at 5:00 PM and continues until 10:00 PM and features some of Atlanta’s best musicians, including Dub Hudson on alto, Sam Skelton, tenor/flute, John Lewis on drums, Carl Lindberg on bass and Kofi McDonald on percussion.
Nov 10, 2011: Steve will direct The UGA Jazz Band in concert at 6:00pm in Athens. Cost: FREE! Location: Ramsey Concert Hall, UGA Performing Arts Center.
Jan 13, 2012 : Marcus Printup will be featured with The UGA Jazz Band at 8: pm in Hodgson Hall.
Other Links
Steve Dancz’s “Declaration Anthem” takes center stage minutes before the Kickoff of Super Bowl XLV : 11Alive/ABC News correspondent Julie Wolfe interviews Steve and Placement Music founder Tammy Hurt with PM team members.
Steve Dancz on “DECLARATION ANTHEM” (Super Bowl XLV score) and Wounded Warrior benefit
Steve Dancz and Chuck Arnold on Declaration Anthem and the Super Bowl
Blues in the Closet