It isn’t only Vocal Livre’s stirring gospel music or exalted lyrics that lift spirits. Their mission also frequently inspires, as the band—formed by a group of Christian friends in the São Paulo region in 2010—bring “messages that reinforce the noble values of humanity”. There is indeed much joy, hope and love in songs that celebrate the sheer power of voices in harmony. These singers and musicians from across Brazil can do epic vocal drama in the vein of 2017’s “Por Toda Terra” as well as they master tranquil introspective ballads like “Frase Antiga”.