Bob Franke

* "For Real" (can also be found on Bob's MySpace page)

* "A Still, Small Voice"

* "Hard Love" (can also be found on Bob's MySpace page)

* "Thanksgiving Eve"

* "Alleluia, The Great Storm Is Over"

The above are a quintet from the Bob Franke Songbook and are more compelling than any fivesome furnished by Gershwin or Sousa.

This isn't a knock against the pair at all -- just praise for the level of Franke's creative artistry and indicating his rightful place in the pantheon American songwriters.

Money may not follow talent but Franke at least has the satisfaction that his inspirations rightfully share a spot with the best America has enjoyed.