The Romance of the Rose: Prologue Pt. IKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Phillip Bullock, Anna Schubert, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose: Prologue Pt. IIKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Phillip Bullock, Anna Schubert, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: A VolunteerKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Devony Smith, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: The GardenKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Devony Smith, Ariadne Greif, Ty Bouque, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: NarcissusKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Devony Smith, Ariadne Greif, Ty Bouque, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: The AttackKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Phillip Bullock, Devony Smith, Ariadne Greif, Ty Bouque, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: Meet ShameKate Soper, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: The OathKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Phillip Bullock, Devony Smith, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: Commandments / First SallyKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Anna Schubert, Devony Smith, Ariadne Greif, Ty Bouque, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: Lady Reason’s First TryKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Anna Schubert, Devony Smith, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: Lady Reason’s Symmetrical VirelaiKate Soper, Anna Schubert, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: Reason vs. Love IKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Phillip Bullock, Anna Schubert, Devony Smith, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: Second SallyKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Devony Smith, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: Shame ReturnsKate Soper, Phillip Bullock, Devony Smith, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: QuodlibetKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Phillip Bullock, Anna Schubert, Devony Smith, Ariadne Greif, Ty Bouque, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: Anagnorisis IKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Devony Smith, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: Waking UpKate Soper, Phillip Bullock, Anna Schubert, Devony Smith, Ariadne Greif, Ty Bouque, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act I: Act I EpilogueKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Phillip Bullock, Anna Schubert, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act II: Round TwoKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Devony Smith, Ariadne Greif, Ty Bouque, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act II: Torch SongsKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Devony Smith, Ariadne Greif, Ty Bouque, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act II: Lady Reason’s Second TryKate Soper, Anna Schubert, Devony Smith, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act II: Lady Reason’s Collapsing SestinaKate Soper, Anna Schubert, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act II: Reason vs. Love IIKate Soper, Phillip Bullock, Anna Schubert, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act II: The God of Love’s Battle SongKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Phillip Bullock, Ariadne Greif, Ty Bouque, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act II: Anagnorisis IIKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Devony Smith, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act II: The Dreamer’s Post-Truth AriaKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Phillip Bullock, Anna Schubert, Devony Smith, Ariadne Greif, Ty Bouque, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act II: Shame’s Double AriaKate Soper, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act II: Final ShowdownKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Phillip Bullock, Anna Schubert, Devony Smith, Ariadne Greif, Ty Bouque, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act II: Epilogue IKate Soper, Phillip Bullock, Anna Schubert, Devony Smith, Ariadne Greif, Ty Bouque, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
The Romance of the Rose, Act II: Epilogue IIKate Soper, Lucas Steele, Devony Smith, Wet Ink Ensemble, Eric Wubbels
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Album Description
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Kate Soper's "The Romance of the Rose" is an ambitious and captivating avant-garde exploration set to be released on November 15, 2024, under New Focus Recordings. This two-hour, seven-minute opus is a testament to Soper's innovative spirit and her ability to blend complex musical structures with profound narrative depth.
The album is a modern interpretation of the 13th-century poem "The Romance of the Rose," divided into two acts and a prologue, each track building upon the last to create a rich, layered experience. Soper's compositional prowess shines through in the varied forms and styles, from virelais and sestinas to torch songs and battle anthems, each piece offering a unique sonic landscape.
Soper's work is known for its intellectual rigor and emotional resonance, and "The Romance of the Rose" is no exception. The album delves into themes of love, reason, and the human condition, inviting the audience to engage with the music on multiple levels. Soper's voice, both as a composer and a performer, is a guiding force throughout, her interpretations bringing a fresh perspective to the timeless source material.
For fans of avant-garde music and those seeking a challenging and rewarding listening experience, "The Romance of the Rose" is a standout addition to Kate Soper's impressive body of work. It's a journey through the complexities of the human heart, as seen through the lens of a medieval classic, reimagined for the modern ear.
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