Composer

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Philip Cannon

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

'Chansons (5) de femme' is a song cycle composed by Philip Cannon in 2015. The premiere of the work took place on March 15, 2016, at the University of North Texas, performed by soprano, Jennifer Lane, and pianist, Elvia Puccinelli. The song cycle consists of five movements, each of which is a setting of a poem by a female poet. The first movement, 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, is a haunting and introspective piece that explores the themes of love, aging, and regret. The second movement, 'The Fish' by Elizabeth Bishop, is a playful and whimsical piece that captures the joy and wonder of catching a fish. The third movement, 'The Mother' by Gwendolyn Brooks, is a poignant and emotional piece that explores the complex relationship between a mother and her child. The fourth movement, 'The Sunflower Sutra' by Allen Ginsberg, is a powerful and evocative piece that celebrates the beauty and resilience of nature. The final movement, 'The Waste Land' by T.S. Eliot, is a dark and brooding piece that explores the themes of death, decay, and despair. Throughout the song cycle, Cannon's music is characterized by its sensitivity to the text, its rich harmonic language, and its expressive use of melody and rhythm. Overall, 'Chansons (5) de femme' is a compelling and thought-provoking work that showcases Cannon's skill as a composer and his ability to capture the essence of the female voice.

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