The album was recorded in June 2021 at Oktaven Audio in Mount Vernon, NY, and produced by Judith Sherman.
Performer Biography
David Leisner maintains a triple career as a guitarist, composer, and teacher, with his music recorded on multiple labels.
Performer Biography
Scott Bartucca, the oboist on this album, is a strong advocate for new music and has performed with various contemporary ensembles.
Composition History
The album features four examples of David Leisner's vocal chamber music, spanning different periods of his career from the 1980s to 2011.
Performer Biography
Michael Kelly, a baritone and poet on this album, is known for his interpretations of works and is an avid collaborator in creating new music, focusing on the queer experience and LGBTQ+ advocacy.
Composer Biography
David Leisner, the composer, began his musical journey as a singer of folk and popular music before moving on to choral singing and conducting.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Vocal music constitutes a significant portion of David Leisner's compositional output, reflecting his early musical experiences.
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