The Sessions - behind the scenes of a songwriting session with Gold Star family

Sessions

A YouTube Docu-Series by Memories of Honor

The Sessions

One family. One veteran. One song that carries a hero's name forward.

Episode 1

"I'm Good"

A combat veteran songwriter and the father of a fallen soldier sit down to write a song together.

In loving memory of SPC Benjamin Leftrick

Dennis Leftrick shares the story of his son, SPC Benjamin Leftrick, with veteran songwriter.

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Recognition

Awards & Official Selections

The Sessions: I'm Good - Official Poster

Official Selection

Winner — 2026

Best Veterans & Military Performing Arts

Jacksonville Urban Film & Music Festival (JUFMF)

Official Selections

Official Selection — Jacksonville Urban Film & Music Festival 2026

Jacksonville Urban Film & Music Festival

2026

Red Poppy Film Festival

Sydney, Australia — March 2026

What is The Sessions?

The Sessions is a raw, unpolished look at what happens when a combat veteran sits down with a Gold Star family to write a song for their fallen hero. No scripts. No filters. Just real people carrying real loss—finding their way toward healing through music.

Gold Star family embracing during The Sessions

Veteran songwriter performing with fallen hero's photo displayed

The Sessions team and family group photo

The Process

How The Sessions Works

Family Shares Their Story

A Gold Star family opens their heart, sharing memories and the essence of their fallen hero.

Veteran Songwriter Listens

A combat veteran who is also a singer-songwriter listens deeply, connecting through shared experience.

Together They Create

In an intimate songwriting room, family and veteran craft original lyrics and melody.

The Session is Captured

The raw, authentic moment is filmed—preserving the hero's memory in song forever.

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Be Part of The Sessions

Whether you're a Gold Star family ready to honor your hero, or a supporter who wants to make these moments possible—there's a place for you.

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For Supporters

Your support makes these sacred moments possible. Help us bring more families into the songwriting room.

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