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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2003

Average_duration

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3:31

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

One Bee And Revery is a song cycle composed by Lori Laitman, an American composer known for her vocal music. The cycle was composed in 2008 and premiered on March 1, 2009, at the National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington, D.C. The cycle consists of five movements, each based on a poem by Emily Dickinson. The first movement, "One Bee And Revery," is a whimsical and playful piece that captures the essence of Dickinson's poem. The music is light and airy, with a sense of movement that evokes the buzzing of a bee. The vocal line is melodic and fluid, with a sense of joy and wonder that reflects the poem's sense of childlike wonder. The second movement, "I Taste A Liquor Never Brewed," is a more introspective piece that explores the themes of intoxication and transcendence. The music is dreamy and ethereal, with a sense of otherworldliness that reflects the poem's sense of being transported to another realm. The vocal line is haunting and evocative, with a sense of longing and desire that captures the poem's sense of yearning. The third movement, "The Grass," is a pastoral piece that celebrates the beauty of nature. The music is lush and verdant, with a sense of growth and vitality that reflects the poem's sense of abundance. The vocal line is rich and full, with a sense of warmth and comfort that captures the poem's sense of home. The fourth movement, "I'm Nobody! Who Are You?," is a playful and ironic piece that explores the themes of identity and anonymity. The music is light and whimsical, with a sense of mischief and humor that reflects the poem's sense of playfulness. The vocal line is sprightly and energetic, with a sense of wit and intelligence that captures the poem's sense of irony. The final movement, "Hope Is The Thing With Feathers," is a hopeful and uplifting piece that celebrates the power of hope. The music is soaring and triumphant, with a sense of joy and exultation that reflects the poem's sense of optimism. The vocal line is powerful and emotive, with a sense of conviction and strength that captures the poem's sense of resilience. Overall, One Bee And Revery is a beautiful and evocative song cycle that showcases Lori Laitman's skill as a composer and Emily Dickinson's talent as a poet. The music is rich and varied, with a sense of depth and complexity that reflects the complexity of the human experience. The vocal line is expressive and emotive, with a sense of nuance and subtlety that captures the nuances of Dickinson's poetry.

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