i thank You God
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Each song in the Song Cycle emphasizes portions of the complete poem. The
composer's intent is to place the same emphasis as Cummings portrayed in his
recitation: see the link: https://youtu.be/axH9A28CTjw
1. a true blue dream of sky, states the entire poem, with emphasis as portrayed in
Cummings recitation. The voice is lyrical and theatrical, with spoken words and
humming, as well as singing. The accompaniment implicates solidity, predictability, and
strength of the nature of God; but also wonderment, freedom and being light-hearted.
The composer chose to title this song using a line in the poem, rather than the most
used title which begins the cycle of key elements of the poem used to title and
comprise songs 2 and 3 thereby placing importance as Cummings recited.
2. of life and of love and wings, is more lyrical and lighter in nature than song #1, with
a matching accompaniment. This song emphasis God's creations, and seemingly joy
that He displayed while creating them, giving them wings of freedom for life and love.
3. unimaginable You, is more reflective, using a modal tone all to emphasize the
reactions of Cummings to the wonderment and magnitude of God. As he accepts the
nature of God, he concludes with
(and now the ears of my ears awake and
now the eyes of my eyes are opened)
NOTE: The mp3s of each song are taken from computer notation; consequently, the vocal
lines are not actually sung in words: they sound as humming or syllables. Please watch the
score and, if possible, sing the words along with the music.
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