Composer

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Lori Laitman

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1996

Average_duration

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8:40

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Dickinson Songs (4) is a song cycle composed by Lori Laitman, an American composer known for her vocal music. The cycle consists of four songs, each based on a poem by Emily Dickinson, a renowned American poet of the 19th century. The songs were composed in 2008 and premiered on March 1, 2009, at the National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington, D.C. The first song in the cycle is titled "I'm Nobody! Who are you?" and is a playful and whimsical piece that captures the essence of Dickinson's poem. The second song, "I felt a Funeral, in my Brain," is a haunting and introspective piece that explores the themes of death and loss. The third song, "I'm Nobody! Who are you? (Part II)," is a continuation of the first song, but with a more serious and contemplative tone. The final song, "Because I could not stop for Death," is a reflective and poignant piece that explores the journey of life and death. Laitman's composition style is characterized by her ability to capture the essence of the text and convey it through her music. Her use of melody, harmony, and rhythm is subtle yet effective in conveying the emotions and themes of the poems. The songs are written for a soprano voice and piano accompaniment, with the piano often taking on a prominent role in the music. Overall, Dickinson Songs (4) is a beautiful and moving song cycle that showcases Laitman's talent as a composer and her ability to bring the words of Emily Dickinson to life through music.

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