Harald Krebs, presents Robert Redeemed: The Beauty of SchumannB´ÎÔª¹ÙÍøÍøÖ·™s Late Songs at the University of Victoria.
Robert SchumannB´ÎÔª¹ÙÍøÍøÖ·™s late works have often been maligned as the products of a composer whose creative powers declined as a result of mental illness B´ÎÔª¹ÙÍøÍøÖ·“ an assessment that stems from misunderstandings of Schumann and his music.
Both through commentary and live performance focusing on the Lied genre, this lecture will demonstrate that SchumannB´ÎÔª¹ÙÍøÍøÖ·™s unique voice continued to sing during his last years.
Takes place at the Phillip T. Young Recital Hall, Jan. 24, 7:30 p.m. Admission is free