Songs by 20th Century American Composers - Eleanor Steber - Vinyl LP

Songs by 20th Century American Composers - Eleanor Steber

Album Details

Eleanor Steber, a renowned soprano with a voice as rich and varied as the American landscape itself, presents a captivating collection of songs by 20th-century American composers. Released on March 1, 2011, under the Phoenix USA label, this opera album is a testament to Steber's versatility and the depth of American musical composition.

Spanning an impressive 1 hour and 43 minutes, the album features a diverse tracklist that includes both well-known pieces and hidden gems. From the hauntingly beautiful "Come Away Death" to the lively "Jazz-Boys," Steber navigates the emotional and musical landscapes with remarkable skill. The album also showcases her ability to bring life to the works of celebrated poets like Emily Dickinson and E.E. Cummings, as seen in tracks like "Four Poems by Emily Dickinson" and "Three by E.E. Cummings."

Steber's interpretation of "General William Booth Enters Into Heaven" is a standout, showcasing her powerful voice and dramatic prowess. The album also includes a series of "Blue Mountain Ballads," offering a glimpse into the folk traditions that have influenced American music.

This album is a journey through the heart of American music, with Eleanor Steber as your guide. Her nuanced performances and the carefully curated selection of songs make this a compelling listen for anyone interested in the rich tapestry of 20th-century American opera.

March 1, 20112011 Phoenix USA2011 Phoenix USA

Tracks

David Mourns for AbsalomDavid Diamond, Mildred Miller, Edwin Biltcliffe
3:00
Brigid's SongDavid Diamond, Mildred Miller, Edwin Biltcliffe
1:09
Sonatina to Hans ChristianVincent Persichetti, Mildred Miller, Edwin Biltcliffe
1:41
The Divine ImageOtto Luening, Mildred Miller, Edwin Biltcliffe
2:25
Love's SecretOtto Luening, Mildred Miller, Edwin Biltcliffe
2:42
PolaroliIrving Fine, Mildred Miller, Edwin Biltcliffe
1:47
The Frog and the SnakeIrving Fine, Mildred Miller, Edwin Biltcliffe
1:23
Valentine to Sherwood AndersonWilliam Flanagan, Mildred Miller, Edwin Biltcliffe
2:46
Send Home My Long Strayed EyesWilliam Flanagan, Mildred Miller, Edwin Biltcliffe
2:27
BedlamNed Rorem, Mildred Miller, Edwin Biltcliffe
3:51
General William Booth Enters Into HeavenCharles Ives, Donald Gramm, Richard Cumming
5:03
Come Away DeathDouglas Moore, Donald Gramm, Richard Cumming
2:38
Calvinistic EvensongJack Beeson, Donald Gramm, Richard Cumming
3:06
Blue Mountain Ballads: Heavenly GrassPaul Bowles, Donald Gramm, Richard Cumming
2:21
Blue Mountain Ballads: Lonesome ManPaul Bowles, Donald Gramm, Richard Cumming
1:20
Blue Mountain Ballads: CabinPaul Bowles, Donald Gramm, Richard Cumming
1:40
Blue Mountain Ballads: Sugar in the CanePaul Bowles, Donald Gramm, Richard Cumming
1:49
The DrummerJohn Edmunds, Donald Gramm, Richard Cumming
2:05
The FauconJohn Edmunds, Donald Gramm, Richard Cumming
2:19
Looking Glass RiverJohn Alden Carpenter, Donald Gramm, Richard Cumming
2:41
Jazz-BoysJohn Alden Carpenter, Donald Gramm, Richard Cumming
1:12
AlleluiaNed Rorem, Eleanor Steber, Edwin Biltcliffe
2:45
Four Poems by Emily Dickinson: It's All I Have to BringErnst Bacon, Eleanor Steber, Edwin Biltcliffe
1:16
Four Poems by Emily Dickinson: So BashfulErnst Bacon, Eleanor Steber, Edwin Biltcliffe
1:23
Four Poems by Emily Dickinson: To Make a PrairieErnst Bacon, Eleanor Steber, Edwin Biltcliffe
0:58
Four Poems by Emily Dickinson: And This of All My HopesErnst Bacon, Eleanor Steber, Edwin Biltcliffe
1:29
NuvolettaSamuel Barber, Eleanor Steber, Edwin Biltcliffe
4:38
Death Be Not ProudDouglas Moore, Eleanor Steber, Edwin Biltcliffe
2:35
Lullee, LullayWilliam Bergsma, Eleanor Steber, Edwin Biltcliffe
2:58
WaikikiCharles Griffes, Eleanor Steber, Edwin Biltcliffe
3:49
Stopping By Woods on a Snowy EveningJohn La Montaine, Eleanor Steber, Edwin Biltcliffe
2:11
The TIgerVirgil Thomson, Eleanor Steber, Edwin Biltcliffe
1:56
The SeaEdward MacDowell, John McCollum, Edwin Biltcliffe
2:41
The RoseTheodore Chanler, John McCollum, Edwin Biltcliffe
1:58
I Rise When You EnterTheodore Chanler, John McCollum, Edwin Biltcliffe
1:42
Dirge in WoodsAaron Copland, John McCollum, Edwin Biltcliffe
3:09
Sorrow of MydathRobert Ward, John McCollum, Edwin Biltcliffe
4:05
Three by E.E. Cummings: Lady Will You Come With Me IntoJohn Gruen, John McCollum, Edwin Biltcliffe
1:15
Three by E.E. Cummings: Now (More Near Ourselves Than We)John Gruen, John McCollum, Edwin Biltcliffe
2:12
Three by E.E. Cummings: Spring Is Like a Perhaps HandJohn Gruen, John McCollum, Edwin Biltcliffe
0:59
Slow, Slow, Fresh FountDaniel Pinkham, John McCollum, Edwin Biltcliffe
2:35
Mourn! Mourn!Ben Weber, John McCollum, Edwin Biltcliffe
4:22
The DonkeyDavid Diamond, Vincent Persichetti, Otto Luening, Irving Fine, William Flanagan, Ned Rorem, Charles Ives, Douglas Moore, Jack Beeson, Paul Bowles, John Edmunds, John Alden Carpenter, Ernst Bacon, Samuel Barber, William Bergsma, Charles Griffes, John La Montaine, Virgil Thomson, Edward MacDowell, Theodore Chanler, Aaron Copland, Robert Ward, John Gruen, Daniel Pinkham, Ben Weber, Henry Cowell, John McCollum, Mildred Miller, Donald Gramm, Eleanor Steber
3:12

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About Eleanor Steber

Eleanor Steber, a celebrated soprano of the mid-20th century, captivated audiences with her powerful voice and emotive performances. Born in 1914, she became a prominent figure in the world of opera, known for her versatility and technical brilliance. Steber's repertoire spanned a wide range of roles, from the dramatic intensity of Wagnerian heroines to the lyrical elegance of Puccini's leading ladies. Her recordings and live performances remain a testament to her artistry, offering a glimpse into the golden age of opera. Steber's legacy endures, inspiring generations of singers and opera enthusiasts alike.

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