Evening Song

Soprano, Flute, Clarinet, Violin, Cello, Piano – 4’

Text: Willa Cather, "Evening Song" (1903, April Twilights)

Evening Song sets Willa Cather's 1903 poem of the same name, from her early collection April Twilights, for soprano and Pierrot ensemble (flute, clarinet, violin, cello, piano). The music moves from a hushed, warmly rubato opening through a surging, propulsive middle section before settling into a peaceful close — tracking the poem's own arc from tender address to quiet resolve.

(Instrumental Audio performed by NotePerformer, Vocals performed by Cantai)