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Product Description for SA and piano Setting a text by Elizabeth Barrett Browning, this thoughtful and evocative piece compares a dying relationship with the changing of the seasons from summer to winter, which McGlade skilfully reflects in her use of minor tonality, falling melodic phrases, and shifting chromaticism. Reminiscent ofthe English art song, this setting for upper voices and piano demonstrates McGlade's compositional versatility. About the Author Becky McGlade studied music at Royal Holloway, University of London, and now leads a busy musical life as a cellist, composer, and piano and cello teacher. She has a unique compositional style that is both engaging and accessible, with fluid vocal lines and unexpected harmonic twists.