Five Poems by William Barnes - Songs of Love and Loss, for baritone & piano: The DuetGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Five Poems by William Barnes - Songs of Love and Loss, for baritone & piano: Starting in LifeGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Five Poems by William Barnes - Songs of Love and Loss, for baritone & piano: A Wife A-PraisedGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Five Poems by William Barnes - Songs of Love and Loss, for baritone & piano: The Bench by the Garden WallGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Five Poems by William Barnes - Songs of Love and Loss, for baritone & piano: The Wind at the DoorGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Two Love Poems by Christina Rossetti, for soprano & piano: A PauseGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Two Love Poems by Christina Rossetti, for soprano & piano: A BirthdayGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Two More Settings of Poems by Romantic Poets: I would not be a King, by ShelleyGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Two More Settings of Poems by Romantic Poets: Night, by Harley ColeridgeGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Two Modern Love Lyrics by Carole Brooks: I feel the budsGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Two Modern Love Lyrics by Carole Brooks: Until the Closing ChapterGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Four Poems of Robert Graves: She Tells Her Love While Half AsleepGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Four Poems of Robert Graves: The LeapGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Four Poems of Robert Graves: Song: A Phoenix FlameGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Four Poems of Robert Graves: Song: The Far Side of Your MoonGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Two More Poems of Robert Graves: One Hard LookGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Two More Poems of Robert Graves: Song: Dew-drop and DiamondGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Six Love Songs of John Clare: Song: O Mary sing thy songs to meGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Six Love Songs of John Clare: Song: The wind waves o'er the meadows greenGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Six Love Songs of John Clare: O' come to my armsGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Six Love Songs of John Clare: Song: Her cheeks are like rosesGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Six Love Songs of John Clare: Song: I wish I was where I would beGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Six Love Songs of John Clare: No single hour can stand for noughtGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Jealousy - and the vain search for true love: Jealousy, by Mary ColeridgeGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
A Dream of Roses, by Kathleen RainGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Songs of Love - and Loss: The Confirmation, by Edwin MuirGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Songs of Love - and Loss: Beeny Cliff, by Thomas HardyGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Songs of Love - and Loss: The Send-Off, by Wilfred OwenGeoffrey Kimpton, Mark Rowlinson, Peter Lawson, Georgina Anne Colwell, Nigel Foster
Immerse yourself in the evocative world of "Songs of Love and Loss," a captivating album by Geoffrey Kimpton, released on January 1, 2005, under the Campion Cameo label. This enchanting collection spans a generous 1 hour and 25 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of musical interpretations of timeless poetry.
Geoffrey Kimpton masterfully sets to music a diverse array of poems, ranging from the romantic musings of William Barnes and Christina Rossetti to the profound verses of Robert Graves and Thomas Hardy. The album is a journey through love and loss, featuring both well-known and lesser-known poets, each piece sung with depth and nuance.
The album begins with five songs based on the poetry of William Barnes, followed by settings of Christina Rossetti's work. Kimpton then explores the romantic poets with pieces by Shelley and Harley Coleridge, and introduces the contemporary voice of Carole Brooks. The heart of the album lies in the extensive settings of Robert Graves' poetry, showcasing Kimpton's versatility and sensitivity.
The latter part of the album delves into the works of John Clare, Mary Coleridge, Kathleen Rain, Edwin Muir, Thomas Hardy, and Wilfred Owen, each song a testament to Kimpton's ability to capture the essence of the poets' words. Whether you're a fan of classical vocal music, poetry, or simply seeking a deeply moving listening experience, "Songs of Love and Loss" is a treasure trove of emotional and artistic richness.
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