Robert White's "Sure on This Shining Night: The Romantic Song in America" is a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of American romantic song, released on April 1, 1997, under the Hyperion label. This album spans a variety of genres, including sea shanties, pirate metal, and traditional music, offering a diverse and engaging listening experience. With a duration of 1 hour and 2 minutes, it's a substantial collection that showcases White's versatility and depth as an artist.
The tracklist is a blend of well-known pieces and hidden gems, featuring compositions like "Ah! Sweet Mystery of Life" from "Naughty Marietta," the hauntingly beautiful "Sure On This Shining Night," and the powerful "The Tiger." White's interpretation of these songs is both sensitive and powerful, highlighting his exceptional vocal range and emotional resonance. The album also includes lesser-known works like "The Collection" and "These, My Ophelia," which add a unique and intriguing dimension to the collection.
Robert White's "Sure on This Shining Night: The Romantic Song in America" is a testament to his artistry and his ability to bring new life to both classic and obscure pieces. It's a must-listen for fans of romantic music and those looking to explore the depths of American musical heritage.
Tracks
The ChildrenTheodore Chanler, Samuel Sanders, Robert White
3 Browning Songs, Op. 44: No. 1, The Year's at the SpringAmy Beach, Samuel Sanders, Robert White
When Stars Are in the Quiet SkiesGeorge Whitefield Chadwick, Samuel Sanders, Robert White
Orpheus with His LuteWilliam Schuman, Robert White, Samuel Sanders
Rose MarieRudolf Friml, Samuel Sanders, Robert White
The Side ShowCharles Ives, Robert White, Samuel Sanders
Song to the Witch of the CloistersJohn Corigliano, Robert White, Samuel Sanders
4 Songs, Op. 13: No. 3, Sure On This Shining Night. AndanteSamuel Barber, Samuel Sanders, Robert White
5 Shakespeare Songs: III. Sigh No More, LadiesVirgil Thomson, Robert White, Samuel Sanders
Songs of the Clown, Op. 29: I. Come Away, DeathErich Wolfgang Korngold, Robert White, Samuel Sanders
On Hearing "The Last Rose of Summer"Paul Hindemith, Robert White, Samuel Sanders
EchoPaul Hindemith, Robert White, Samuel Sanders
If I Could Tell YouIdabelle Firestone, Samuel Sanders, Robert White
The CollectionCharles Ives, Robert White, Samuel Sanders
The Lord's PrayerAlbert Hay Malotte, Robert White, Samuel Sanders
Nature, the Gentlest MotherAaron Copland, Robert White, Samuel Sanders
The TigerEric Ewazen, Samuel Sanders, Robert White
Never More Will the WindWilliam Bolcom, Samuel Sanders, Robert White
Little ElegyNed Rorem, Robert White, Samuel Sanders
One AloneSigmund Romberg, Samuel Sanders, Robert White
Do Not Go, My LoveRichard Hageman, Samuel Sanders, Robert White
To a StrangerMarc Marder, Samuel Sanders, Robert White
When I Have Sung My SongsErnest Charles, Samuel Sanders, Robert White
These, My OpheliaTheodore Chanler, Samuel Sanders, Robert White
An Old Song Re-sungCharles Griffes, Samuel Sanders, Robert White
Naughty Marietta: Ah! Sweet Mystery of LifeVictor Herbert, Robert White, Samuel Sanders
June Night, Op. 51 No. 2Horatio Parker, Samuel Sanders, Robert White
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