Composer

:

Eric Ewazen

Genre

:

Vocal

Style

:

Vocal Music

Compose Date

:

1991

Average_duration

:

7:52

Movement_count

:

3

Movement ....

"Lyrics (3) of Edna St. Vincent Millay" is a song cycle composed by Eric Ewazen, an American composer and teacher. The cycle consists of three songs, each based on a poem by Edna St. Vincent Millay, an American poet and playwright. The songs were composed in 1999 and premiered on March 5, 2000, at the Weill Recital Hall in New York City. The first song in the cycle is titled "What Lips My Lips Have Kissed," and it is a melancholic reflection on lost love. The music is slow and mournful, with a haunting melody that captures the sadness and longing expressed in the poem. The piano accompaniment is sparse and delicate, providing a gentle backdrop for the singer's voice. The second song, "I Shall Forget You Presently, My Dear," is a more upbeat and playful piece. The poem is a witty and ironic take on the fleeting nature of love and memory, and the music reflects this with its lively rhythms and playful melodies. The piano accompaniment is more complex and virtuosic, adding to the sense of energy and movement in the music. The final song in the cycle is titled "Time Does Not Bring Relief," and it is a powerful and emotional reflection on the pain of lost love. The music is slow and intense, with a soaring melody that captures the raw emotion of the poem. The piano accompaniment is rich and full, providing a strong foundation for the singer's voice. Overall, "Lyrics (3) of Edna St. Vincent Millay" is a beautiful and moving song cycle that showcases Ewazen's skill as a composer and his ability to capture the essence of Millay's poetry in music. The cycle is a testament to the enduring power of poetry and music to express the deepest emotions of the human experience.

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