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Spotlight on Sowerby
May 1, 2020 marks the 125th birthday anniversary of the great American composer Leo Sowerby (1895–1968) who based most of his life and career in Chicago. We celebrate with a playlist of his music along with works by three of his most prominent students: Ned Rorem, William Ferris, and Florence Price.
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Children’s Stories features world premieres of works based on beloved children’s literature by superstar classical composers Michael Abels (Frederick’s Fables for narrator and orchestra) and Augusta Read Thomas (Gwendolyn Brooks Settings for children’s choir and orchestra). Both pieces bring children’s literary narratives stunningly to life through music.
Save 25% on Cedille’s entire catalog by using promo code HOLIDAY24 at checkout. Sale ends on January 5th, including these curated recordings. Each of these recordings are unique, artist-driven projects that feature music about which these musicians are most passionate, and that help these great performers and composers gain recognition outside of Chicago.
Tracks from our recommended holiday gifts page, presented in the same album order as they (first) appear there. Sale ends on January 5th.
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