In Memory of Andre Previn - Four Songs - Words by Toni Morrison

I. Mercy (Slowly)
II. Stones (Bright and Sassy)
III. Shelter (Gently)
IV. The Lacemaker (Slowly)

Sylvia McNair, soprano
Yo-Yo Ma, cello
André Previn, piano

Andre Previn was about the only composer whose work was obviously influenced by Aaron Copland without sounding like Aaron Copland. These songs are some of his finest works.  He was a good example of someone who worked a lot in Hollywood but who transcended being a movie-composer.  He was also a first rate performing musician in different styles.  He's the kind of musician whose career you wouldn't have minded having.