From Big Red Sun. Performed by Julia Murney at Birdland on March 30, 2009.

Pursuing a Dream in New York City, Hope, Pop Ballad, Contemporary, Stand-Alone

This rich original Christmas ballad has been referred to as a "modern standard." Recorded by TONY Nominee Laura Osnes, "Christmas, Will You Stay?" is performed around the world every Holiday season by some of the biggest orchestras, including The Boston Pops.   Key of EbPerformed by Laura Osnes     Performed at Feinstein's 54 Below  

From A View of the River.

From 'TIL DEATH DO US PART. Kristy Cates at Lincoln Center on 3/23/2009

From THE ANXIETY PROJECT.Macy — three quarters of the way through a drinking binge and emotionally in turmoil — ignores her sister’s phone calls only to worry that the bar’s ‘last call’ and might also mean her sister’s ‘last call’. Macy’s regret and fear will lead to her third suicide attempt. Key of Gm

Music by Jacob YanduraLyrics by Rebekah MelocikFemale Key of A: A3-C#5Male Key of Eb: Eb3-G4Love sometimes leads to grief, but this stand-alone ballad celebrates the friendships that last a lifetime.Rebekah Greer Melocik at 54 Below on February 16, 2015Donald Webber, Jr. at 54 Below on August 28, 2017

This is a parody of overdone audition songs designed to be way over the top.

From PUMP UP THE VOLUME. Tracy McDowell at The Duplex