4 Songs, Op 13 (iii, Sure on this shining night)

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Barber excelled in composing music of 'atmosphere'. His choice of poems - to make into songs - point to his own introspective nature. Here, a star-filled sky is the backdrop to his wonder at the infinite. Composer: Samuel Barber Performer: Kitty Whately (Mezzo) Performer: Simon Lepper (Piano) Recording date: 01 September 2018 Date of broadcast: 26 July 2019