Category: Vocal Music / Art Song
Instrumentation: voice, piano
Text / Source: Text by Miesha Lowery
Publisher: North Star Music

Crossing Over the Border is a lyrical art song with text by Miesha Lowery. Centered on the idea of setting out toward a new beginning, the song suggests movement, transition, and hope as it reflects the emotional courage involved in crossing from one stage of life into another.

Baxter’s vocal writing gives the text a clear and expressive shape, combining songful melody with a direct, intimate approach to storytelling. The work is well suited for performers seeking contemporary art song repertoire with themes of change, renewal, and personal journey.

Crossing Over the Border is appropriate for vocal recitals, contemporary art song programs, and concerts exploring themes of transition, departure, and new beginnings. The song calls for clear text delivery, lyrical phrasing, and a sense of forward motion.