Benjamin Britten
Winter Words op. 52
Lyrics and Ballads of Thomas Hardy
Benjamin Britten
Winter Words op. 52
Lyrics and Ballads of Thomas Hardy
- Instrumentation High Voice and Piano
- Composer Benjamin Britten
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- Edition Sheet Music
- Publisher Boosey & Hawkes
- Order no. BH5000067
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Description:
Immerse yourself in the profound musical world of Benjamin Britten’s renowned song cycle 'Winter Words, Op. 52'. Subtitled 'Lyrics and Ballads of Thomas Hardy', this vocal masterpiece sets the melancholic beauty, subtle irony, and emotional depth of Hardy’s poetry with peerless artistry. Published by the esteemed Boosey & Hawkes, this sheet music edition is scored for high voice (soprano or tenor) and piano. Britten’s brilliant composition weaves atmospheric piano textures with deeply expressive vocal lines, creating an intimate and compelling concert experience. Ideal for sophisticated recitals, vocal competitions, or advanced academic study, this cycle stands as an essential cornerstone of 20th-century English art song.