Ephesians 1

In Sara Teasdale's poem After Love, the opening line "There is no magic any more" establishes the theme of vanishing love. This setting of the poignant text, in the dark key of D-flat major,

A traditional memorial text with spiritual roots has been adapted by the composer in a setting that is simple and honest. With an unadorned melody set in a beautiful musical language with open, transparent

Adapted from the idea of the American folk song A Man of Constant Sorrow, Walker's Maid of Constant Sorrow has a very simple melody with a mournful message. That the soul is troubled and

This expressive setting of Sara Teadale's poem The Mystery, which depicts deep lasting love, begins with a unison melody, supported by modulating harmonies in the piano accompaniment, and evolves

The syncopated homophonic choral texture, with high tessituras, exudes the drama and excitement called for in Sara Teasdale's poem, and it balances the expansive gestures of the piano accompaniment. Vivid

An assuring text from master poet Sara Teasdale, its central theme is that one can take refuge in singing. Ever sensitive to the text, Walker crafts word painting throughout with shimmering piano