20th / 21st Century Song Collections

Lauridsen, Morten. Poem By Rilke Published by Peer Music, New York. Copyright 1995. The work is adapted and arranged from Les Chansons Des Roses, a choral cycle based on poems of Rainer Maria Rilke.

Bonds is well known for the melodic richness and emotional intensity of her works, and these Millay settings are no exception. Remarkable for their symphonic textures and sense of drama, the music renders

Dedicated to celebrating the life of a young woman who exemplified grace and goodness in all her pursuits, this tribute will serve as a loving way to honor and celebrate any cherished friend, mentor, or

A metaphysical paradox for medium voice, timpani & strings. The works sets words by French poet and philosopher Jean Bies, and from Islamic and Hindu sources. Commissioned for the Chamber Orchestra of

Perhaps best known to the music world as a guitar recitalist, David Leisner turned to composing his own guitar repertoire and soon expanded his work to create a rich catalog in the grand tradition of art

John Musto continues his collections of American art songs in this sixth volume, available for high or medium voice with piano. Two song cycles are included: Another Place, on texts by Mark Strand,