There is a definite relationship between music and the perception of self in a community. The music of a given time period tends to reflect the emotions, political scheme, socioeconomic strife and ethical perspective of the society that has the power to communicate beyond words to evoke emotion, promote development and create a sense of identity and culture. With so much in the world being handled in digital media, what is the role of choirs in creating real community between individuals? Composer Eric Whitacre answers Classical MPR’s Brian Newhouse.