Alchemy — Jacob Narverud Signature Series

Sara Teasdale has inspired countless composers, but rarely with such inspiration as moved composer Jacob Narverud in this thrilling take. Driving piano accompaniment underpins a legato and expressive vocal line. Horn obligato sets up the choir with equally long and legato lines. The music culminates as the horn, soprano descant, long choral lines, and driving piano bring this to a powerful conclusion.