Composer

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Ian Venables

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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4:20

'A Kiss' is a song cycle composed by Ian Venables, a British composer known for his vocal music. The cycle was composed in 2008 and premiered on 22nd November 2008 at the Cheltenham Music Festival. It consists of six songs, each of which explores the theme of love and relationships. The first song, 'A Kiss', sets the tone for the cycle with its gentle, lyrical melody and romantic lyrics. The second song, 'The Invitation', is more playful and flirtatious, with a lively piano accompaniment and a sense of anticipation. The third song, 'The Betrayal', is darker in tone, exploring the pain of a broken relationship and the sense of betrayal that comes with it. The fourth song, 'The Parting', is a poignant reflection on the end of a relationship, with a haunting melody and a sense of sadness and loss. The fifth song, 'The Return', is more hopeful, with a sense of reconciliation and the possibility of a new beginning. The final song, 'The Last Kiss', brings the cycle to a close with a sense of finality and acceptance. Throughout the cycle, Venables' music is characterized by its lyrical melodies, rich harmonies, and sensitive piano accompaniments. The vocal writing is expressive and emotive, with a keen sense of the nuances of the English language. The cycle as a whole is a powerful exploration of the complexities of love and relationships, and a testament to Venables' skill as a composer of vocal music.

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