Peter Lieberson

Neruda Songs for Mezzo-Soprano and Piano

Immerse yourself in one of the most moving song cycles in contemporary vocal music: "Neruda Songs" for mezzo-soprano and piano blends profound emotional depth with mesmerizing sonic poetry. Originally scored for mezzo-soprano and orchestra and honored with the prestigious 2008 Grawemeyer Award for Music Composition, this extraordinary five-song cycle sets the passionate, bittersweet love poetry of Nobel laureate Pablo Neruda to music.

Published by G. Schirmer, this sheet music edition for medium voice and piano makes the masterpiece accessible for recitals, concert stages, and advanced vocal study. The sensitive piano reduction beautifully captures the lush orchestral colors in an intimate setting, offering singer and pianist alike the opportunity to deliver a profoundly expressive performance on love, loss, and hope. An indispensable highlight for any modern vocal repertoire!