Wide Open Spaces 

Words and Music by Sarah Quartel

Wide Open Spaces is a heartfelt reflection on growth, courage, and the quiet bravery it takes to step into the unknown. Composer and lyricist Sarah Quartel captures the feeling of standing at a turning point — ready to leave what is familiar and open oneself to new possibilities. The text and music remind us that growth often begins when we give ourselves permission to take up space — emotionally and spiritually. Wide Open Spaces speaks to the courage it takes to live openly and authentically. This piece invites both performers and listeners to imagine what might be possible when we step into our own wide open spaces. 

In the context of Pride Across America, this piece honors the wide open spaces we continue to create — in our communities, our voices, and ourselves — where lives can be lived fully, freely, and with pride.