The expressive variety in Charles Ives's songs reflects the evolution of American music from the late 19th to early 20th centuries.
Performer Biography
Patrick Carfizzi, a bass-baritone on this album, is a regular performer with the Metropolitan Opera and has won seven prestigious awards, including the 2002 Richard Tucker Career Grant Award.
Album & Artwork
This album is the fourth disc in a series of Charles Ives's songs, with an alphabetical approach to ensure each volume offers a representative cross-section of his work.
Performer Biography
Lielle Berman, a soprano on this album, was a 2006 semi-finalist in the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in Sprague Hall, Yale University, New Haven, USA, between May and June 2005.
Composer Biography
Charles Ives, the composer, wrote almost 200 songs, of which this album includes all of those he completed.
Composition History
Charles Ives frequently reworked his songs throughout his career, sometimes substituting texts or revising the music itself.
