Autographs 1928 : Four Songs for Soprano and Chamber Ensemble

Research output: ThesisDoctoral Thesis

Abstract

Autographs 1928: Four Songs for Soprano and Chamber Ensemble is a composition of approximately 16 minutes' duration and is scored for mezzo-soprano, flute, oboe, clarinet, horn in F, viola, violoncello, one keyboardist (piano and celesta), and two percussionists (marimba, xylophone, chimes, timpani, bass drum, temple blocks, triangle, and slapstick). The work consists of four songs and four readings with texts from Walls's maternal grandmother's autograph book. The composition opens with a reading and alternates between readings and songs. The music is intended to reflect the playful, tender and humorous nature of the lyrics.
Original languageAmerican English
QualificationPh.D.
Awarding Institution
  • College of Music
Supervisors/Advisors
  • Mailman, Martin, Advisor, External person
StatePublished - Aug 1995

Keywords

  • Music
  • Music Composition
  • Composer

Disciplines

  • Music

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