Pieces of 9/11: Memories from Houston • 2011

Lyrics by Gene Scheer

Based on interviews with Houstonians who generously shared their stories about the 9/11 attacks

Song & Chamber
For Soprano, Baritone, Youth Soprano & Chamber Ensemble

World Premiere: September 11, 2011
Commissioned by Houston Grand Opera

First Performance: soprano Talise Trevigne, baritone Liam Bonner, girl sopranos Ekaterina Gorlova & Ashley Traughber flautist Lisa Nickl, violinist Elizabeth Mang, guitarist Marc Garvin, and cellist Rosanna Butterfield
Houston City Hall, Houston

Duration: 30’

Resources

Overview
Recordings
Program Notes
Scores

1. Prelude; Lauren
2. Lessons
3. Phone Calls
4. That Moment On
5. Beyond
6. An Open Book

Generously underwritten by Bill & Sara Morgan

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