The Fair Singer
“The Fair Singer” is a setting for soprano and flute of Andrew Marvell’s 17th-century poem of the same title. The poem presents a kind of battle of the sexes scenario in which the object of the poet’s desire has the advantage, since her physical beauty is complemented by the beauty of her singing voice. The flute represents the beautiful singer, whose music is sometimes gentle, other times playful or even teasing, while the singer presents the words of the poet.
Vocal Range: E
Duration: 5 minutes
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