Kirke Mechem Bücher

The memoir offers an intriguing glimpse into the life of composer Kirke Mechem, highlighting his unconventional journey in music. Readers encounter a vibrant cast of influential figures, including renowned composers and cultural icons like Dimitri Shostakovich, Aaron Copland, and Billie Jean King, showcasing the rich tapestry of relationships and experiences that shaped Mechem's artistic development. Through these connections, the narrative reveals the intersections of creativity and collaboration in the world of music.

(BH Large Choral). Here are five "hymns" to the spirit of life. Calling on "modern" poetry, and certainly using the modern harmonic language that Mechem is so well known for, each movement is an answer to the previous movements questions. Each of the five movements can stand alone in a concert but together they create a celebration of life in all its diversity.

The collection features a unique blend of musical pieces, beginning with a poignant song based on a letter from a slave to her husband. It also includes two poems set to music by notable poets Harriet Monroe and Jessie B. Rittenhouse. Additionally, the inclusion of "Fair Robin I Love" from Mechem's opera Tartuffe adds depth to the ensemble, showcasing a rich tapestry of emotions and historical context through the voices of soprano and instrumental ensemble.

The collection features lively and playful outer movements, "Jenny Kissed Me" and "To Celia," framing the serene and dream-like "Julia's Voice." This arrangement allows men's choirs to express a range of emotions, offering a unique opportunity to explore feelings often unexpressed in daily life.

Set in a comedic romantic backdrop, a British Naval Captain, Jack Absolute, disguises himself as a penniless composer to win the heart of American heiress Lydia Larkspur, who dreams of a life of "charming poverty." As Jack's true identity remains hidden, complications arise when Lydia's guardian, Mrs. Malaprop, insists on her marrying the real Jack. Caught between love and deception, Jack must navigate the challenges of revealing himself while trying to keep Lydia's affections intact.