Autumn (song for voice and piano)
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Autumn is a setting of Keats' famous poem Ode to Autumn.  It is a piece that runs at a brisk pace, full of the ripeness of Autumn. The piano follows the melody line at first, with a rich accompaniment, but soon deviates to almost a dialogue with the voice. Keats sumptuous words are given due attention in the music, making the whole a true feast of the season. Compass is A3 to G4 and it is about 4 mins. 45 in duration.

 

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