The album's visual scenes and dramaturgy were conceived by soprano Lilian Farahani and pianist Maurice Lammerts van Bueren, with photography by Lammerts van Bueren.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Composer Jake Heggie describes himself as a theatre composer focused on 'serving the drama' and 'exploring character' in his works.
Performer Biography
Soprano Lilian Farahani, a Dutch-Iranian artist, made her recording debut with this album, after studying at the Royal Conservatory in The Hague and the Conservatory of Amsterdam.
Performer Biography
Pianist Maurice Lammerts van Bueren has dedicated his career to accompanying singers and has recorded over a dozen CDs with various artists.
Composer Biography
Jake Heggie, an American composer, is widely recognized for his operas, including "Dead Man Walking" and "Moby-Dick," and has composed nearly 300 songs.
Composition History
Jake Heggie's "Eve-Song" was his first commission in 1995, while "At the Statue of Venus" was composed ten years later in 2005 for the opening of a new American opera house.
Recording & Production
The album's soundscape aims to evoke an opera stage rather than a typical song recital, complemented by photos from pianist and photographer Maurice Lammerts van Bueren.
