[2002]

"'Why Must We Be So Brutal' is part of a 'plea for peace' song cycle of gospel-flavored jazz hymns that I wrote just after September 11. My hope is that the song will inspire all of us to think broadly and wisely, before deciding on any future course. I feel particularly fortunate to have had Werner 'Vana' Gierig as my co-writer, pianist, arranger and co-producer for this song, along with Carla Cook on vocals, Sean Conly on bass, and Alvester Garnett on drums." - Kathryn Williams.