The evolution of Charles Ives's songwriting, from Austro-German Lieder to anarchic humor and profound vision, mirrors the evolution of American music from the late 19th to early 20th centuries.
Album & Artwork
This album is the third volume in a series of Charles Ives's songs, adopting an alphabetical approach to ensure each volume contains a cross-section of his work.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in Sprague Hall, Yale University, New Haven, USA, between May and June 2005.
Compositional Technique
Charles Ives frequently reworked his songs throughout his career, sometimes substituting texts or revising the music itself.
Composer Biography
Charles Ives, the composer, wrote almost 200 songs, with this album including all those he completed.
