Vincent Persichetti's "Harmonium Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano" is a captivating exploration of musical storytelling, composed with depth and nuance. Released on December 11, 2012, under MSR Classics, this album spans a full hour of enchanting performances, showcasing Persichetti's mastery of composition. The cycle, Op. 50, comprises twenty pieces, each a unique journey through landscapes, emotions, and abstract concepts. From the serene "Valley Candle" to the introspective "Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Blackbird," Persichetti weaves a tapestry of sound that is both intellectually stimulating and deeply moving. The soprano and piano duo brings these songs to life, highlighting the intricate interplay between voice and instrument. This album is a testament to Persichetti's ability to blend poetic imagery with musical innovation, making it a standout in the classical repertoire.
(C) 2012 Overholt & Pierce
Tracks
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: Valley CandleVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: The Place of the SolitairesVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: TheoryVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: Lunar ParaphraseVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: The Death of a SoldierVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: The Wind ShiftsVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: The Weeping BurgherVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: Six Significant LandscapesVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: In the Season of GrapesVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: TeaVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: The Snow ManVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: TattooVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: Sonatina to Hans ChristianVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: Infanta MarinaVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: Metaphors of a MagnificoVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: GubbinalVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: Domination of BlackVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: Earthy AnecdoteVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: Of the Surface of ThingsVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
Harmonium - Song Cycle for Soprano and Piano, Op. 50: Thirteen Ways of Looking at a BlackbirdVincent Persichetti, Sherry Overholt, Joshua Pierce
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