Early Winter Tree

A breathtaking setting of Sara Teasdale’s poem Leaves. The slow, reflective tempo lends itself beautifully to the gentle dissonances, the multiple glissandos, and the delicate text painting. Using a unique harmonic language that unifies the work, this is a stunning selection for any program. Can be accompanied by either piano or harp.

I Make My Own Sunshine

From Alyssa Bonagura’s 2012 album, Love Hard, comes this song celebrating perseverance and optimism. Upbeat and cheerful, American Sign Language (ASL) may be added to the presentation, if desired.