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Lakewold Gardens
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 17 มิ.ย. 2016
Lakewold Gardens provides intentional encounters with the life-changing power of nature, fostering peace, creativity and healing in our communities.
Come visit us! 12317 Gravelly Lake Drive Southwest, Lakewood, WA 98499
Summer Hours | Wed-Sun 11 am - 5 pm
Winter Hours | Fri - Sun 10 am - 4 pm
lakewoldgardens.org/
Come visit us! 12317 Gravelly Lake Drive Southwest, Lakewood, WA 98499
Summer Hours | Wed-Sun 11 am - 5 pm
Winter Hours | Fri - Sun 10 am - 4 pm
lakewoldgardens.org/
Unknown: Commemorating the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
This voice and piano version of the original work for three singers and large chamber ensemble was commissioned by Lakewold Gardens with support from the National Endowment of the Arts.
Myah Rose Paden, mezzo-soprano
Ricardo de la Torre, piano
I. Reflective, patient, warm 0:30
II. Melancholic, nostalgic, satisfying groove 4:55
III. With depth, soulful 8:01
IV. Stately, sacred, march-like cadence 14:34
V. Somber and warm 18:03
Note from the composer:
Unknown is a five-movement song cycle for mezzo-soprano and piano commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, a memorial at Arlington Cemetery for unidentified soldiers who have succumbed to war. Poet Marcus Amaker penned the evocative text. I want this composition to reflect the diversity of those who served, fought, and died-some unknown-for our freedom in America. Thus, I intentionally incorporated diverse musical styles, textures, sonorities, and colors to musically bring to life the powerful themes of service, sacrifice, waiting, honor, death, and hope.
The first movement begins with an extended and solemn introduction. From the perspective of a soldier, it is an anthem expressing the realities of war, but also the pride for her country and the service and sacrifice she's willing to give for the place she calls home.
The second movement is a Latin-tinged melancholic waltz from the perspective of the loved one of a soldier off to war. With only letters and anxiety, there is still space for hope that his beloved will return home. Much of this movement is supported by a clave groove, a representation and foreshadowing of the dreaded door knock by two uniformed service members informing the parent, spouse, or child that the one for whom they have been waiting has fallen to war.
The third moment-ever so soulful, requiring the singer to engage their higher tessitura-is an introspective lament from the viewpoint of an injured soldier who is mindful that he is about to die and transition to his eternal home.
From the perspectives of the guards who protect the tomb 24 hours a day, the fourth movement is a dignified march, sustained by an irregular-metered drum cadence: 21/8. The number 21 is significant because a soldier who guards the tomb marches 21 steps, rests for 21 seconds, and repeats this routine in all directions until the soldier's shift is over. I subtly quote Taps, the bugle call that happens during military funerals at, coincidentally, 21:00 hours. And, I also briefly quote America the Beautiful as an homage to the third verse, which says,
Oh beautiful for heroes proved
In liberating strife
Who more than self, their country loved And mercy more than life.
The final movement is a poetic In Memoriam for the unknowns, and in a way, serves as a reprise for the cycle. This contemplative setting brings back motives, harmonies, themes, and texts from the previous four movements, musically embodying the various aspects of what it means to go off to war.
Videography by Tac Town Productions, Tacoma, WA
Myah Rose Paden, mezzo-soprano
Ricardo de la Torre, piano
I. Reflective, patient, warm 0:30
II. Melancholic, nostalgic, satisfying groove 4:55
III. With depth, soulful 8:01
IV. Stately, sacred, march-like cadence 14:34
V. Somber and warm 18:03
Note from the composer:
Unknown is a five-movement song cycle for mezzo-soprano and piano commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, a memorial at Arlington Cemetery for unidentified soldiers who have succumbed to war. Poet Marcus Amaker penned the evocative text. I want this composition to reflect the diversity of those who served, fought, and died-some unknown-for our freedom in America. Thus, I intentionally incorporated diverse musical styles, textures, sonorities, and colors to musically bring to life the powerful themes of service, sacrifice, waiting, honor, death, and hope.
The first movement begins with an extended and solemn introduction. From the perspective of a soldier, it is an anthem expressing the realities of war, but also the pride for her country and the service and sacrifice she's willing to give for the place she calls home.
The second movement is a Latin-tinged melancholic waltz from the perspective of the loved one of a soldier off to war. With only letters and anxiety, there is still space for hope that his beloved will return home. Much of this movement is supported by a clave groove, a representation and foreshadowing of the dreaded door knock by two uniformed service members informing the parent, spouse, or child that the one for whom they have been waiting has fallen to war.
The third moment-ever so soulful, requiring the singer to engage their higher tessitura-is an introspective lament from the viewpoint of an injured soldier who is mindful that he is about to die and transition to his eternal home.
From the perspectives of the guards who protect the tomb 24 hours a day, the fourth movement is a dignified march, sustained by an irregular-metered drum cadence: 21/8. The number 21 is significant because a soldier who guards the tomb marches 21 steps, rests for 21 seconds, and repeats this routine in all directions until the soldier's shift is over. I subtly quote Taps, the bugle call that happens during military funerals at, coincidentally, 21:00 hours. And, I also briefly quote America the Beautiful as an homage to the third verse, which says,
Oh beautiful for heroes proved
In liberating strife
Who more than self, their country loved And mercy more than life.
The final movement is a poetic In Memoriam for the unknowns, and in a way, serves as a reprise for the cycle. This contemplative setting brings back motives, harmonies, themes, and texts from the previous four movements, musically embodying the various aspects of what it means to go off to war.
Videography by Tac Town Productions, Tacoma, WA
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I did and do enjoy that tree
Honcore❤🎉honcore. My baby is the best ❤
This was sensational. OMG! 😉
God bless I love him!!! Such a pure hearted man
I didnt like Dawn Redwood at 1st I was all about the Bald Cypress but I have to admit Dawn Redwood looks much fuller than the Bald Cypress, maybe because its needles "leaflets" are slightly larger, but they trunck looks scary to me like something from a scary tree horror story
Carter’s Contata is genius. It is a moving and enveloping work!!
I heard Darryl Taylor on the radio here in Statesville NC. just today. I love him.
Had the extreme pleasure of seeing you perform together last night at Lakewold. Still thinking about the experience and how it resonated with me. When Darryl began singing I felt as though I would flee the room, so much emotion welled up inside. Best memory of the evening … when Darryl shared that everywhere he stepped, he stepped on blessings, unavoidable. Life is good. Truly gifted, thank you.
Beautiful tree, my all time favorite! Only problem with this video though is that instead of showing the tree we were looking at you!
So proud of my son!
Wow!!! So beautiful huge garden amazing that you have!! ❤️ thank you sir
Wonderfully expressive with a voice both resonant and buoyant. Brava !
Soulful and delicate at the same time. Beautiful.
Dont know why this doesnt have more views. Fascinating! I just planted 4 of them.
Thank you John for your beautiful and interesting tour of Lakewold Gardens if you don’t have already may I suggest planting Rhododendron “Pink Polar Bear” it’s a late flowering , scented and pink and as you probably know it’s quite rare to have a coloured scented late flowering rhododendron it’s also extremely vigorous.
Beautiful work on all levels! Singing, acting, OWNING YOUR SPACE!!! You definitely have a new fan, as does Dr Boykin. Congratulations to all!!
This was utterly amazing Ibidunni. Thank you for this.
A joyful, gifted, and powerful queen...thank you!
This is so incredible on so many levels. Thank you so much for sharing this absolute embodiment of beauty.
Beautiful voice.powerful cinematography, incredible harp. Elegant Costuming Bold piano. All were spiritually and esthetically transportive , healing and inspiring . Loved the zoom shot. Thank you for this Winter Solstice gift. Dr. Angelou would be so proud
Amazing in every way. Thank you.
Beautiful. Absolutely one of the iconic works of Dave Ragland
Hello Nephew. God has given you a marvelous gift. May He be praised.
How stunning-what a delicate and complex sound.
Wow! Gorgeous. Thank you.
Wow!
Powerful.
Teachers rock. Beautiful.
Really gorgeous.
How absolutely lovely! Thank you for you performance.
"Sound can heal the ravaged soul." Amen. Amen.
Just beautiful!
Gorgeous!
Love it! Thank you! Love your music!
Beautiful!
Beautiful. Thank you.
Marvelously done! I want to see the whole production ❤️
HE TAUGHT ME IN MIDDLE SCHOOL congrats mr. Murphey
мои уши (((
Extraordinary Joe, thank you!
Delightful presentation, loved your selection.
I am so proud of my big sister❤️
♥️
Jasmine, your facial expressions and gestures are sheer perfection!! Thank you. Nice to learn a bit more about you!
Beautiful - thank you ! For the music and your spoken perspective too.
Wow. Stunning. Thank you.
Bravo bravo bravo. I truly enjoyed this week’s presentation
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