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On the latest episode of Brian's Picks, composer Daniel Elder joins Brian Newhouse for music and conversation. Elder shares recordings of four of his works, as well as reflections on how he came to be a choral composer, his early dedication to competitive cross country running, and the mark studying impressionist composers made on his own musical aesthetic. Recordings feature the Westminster Choir, Orpheus Chamber Singers, and National Lutheran Choir.
Program
Ballade to the Moon, performed by Joe Miller and the Westminster Choir
Lullaby, performed by Donald Krehbiel and the Orpheus Chamber Singers
O Magnum Mysterium, performed by David Cherwin and the National Lutheran Choir
The Heart's Reflection, performed by Joe Miller and the Westminster Choir
Resources
Daniel Elder (official site)
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