Presents April 25, 2021 Macel Falwell Recital Hall MUSIC

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April 25, 2021 Macel Falwell Recital Hall MUSIC 305 6:00 PM

Che Faró Senza Euridice? Christoph Willibald Gluck from Orfeo ed Euridice (1714-1787)

Se tu m’ami, se sospiri Giovanni Battista Pergolesi (1710-1736)

Seligkeit Franz Schubert (1797-1828)

The Green Dog Herbert Kingsley

Never Lost Chris Brown, Steven Furtick, and Tiffany Hammer Elizabeth Rajcok, piano

Everything Lauren Daigle, Jason Ingram, and Paul Mabury

Che Faro Senza Euridice “Che Faró Senza Euridice” is an aria from Act III of the Italian tragic opera Orfeo ed Euridice that was inspired by the myth of Orpheus. The opera was composed by Christoph Gluck, and the libretto was written by Ranieri de’ Calzabigi. The opera premiered at the Burgtheater in Vienna in October of 1762. “Che Faró Senza Euridice” takes place in Hades after Orfeo goes to rescue his beloved Euridice; however, the only way Euridice can escape is if Orfeo does not look at her until they have left Hades. Euridice becomes distressed, so Orfeo turns to look at her. As he does, Euridice dies and falls to the ground at his feet. In “Che Faró Senza Euridice”, Orfeo expresses his desperation and mourns for his Euridice.

Che farò senza Euridice? What will I do without Euridice? Dove andrò senza il mio ben? Where will I go without my wonderful one? Euridice! Oh Dio! Rispondi! Euridice! Oh, God! Answer! Io son pure il tuo fedele. I am entirely your loyal one. Euridice! Ah, non m´avanza Euridice! Ah, it doesn’t give me più socorso, più speranza any help, any hope nè dal mondo, nè dal cel! neither this world, neither heaven!

Se tu m’ami, se sospiri “Se tu m’ami, se sospiri” was composed by Giovanni Battista Pergolesi. G.B. Pergolesi is most well-known for his influential and comedic intermezzo La Serva Padrona, and he was appointed maestro di cappella to the prince of Stigliano in Naples in 1732. “Se tu m’ami, se sospiri” is sung by a woman who is flirting and teasing a shepherd who loves her. The song is full of little melismas as if the singer is laughing and shows the playful, teasing mood of the song.

Se tu m'ami, se sospiri If you love me, if you sigh Sol per me, gentil pastor, Only for me, dear shepherd, Ho dolor de' tuoi martiri, I am sorrowful for your sufferings; Ho diletto del tuo amor, yet I delight in your love. Ma se pensi che soletto But if you think that Io ti debba riamar, I must in return love only to you, Pastorello, sei soggetto Little shepherd, you are subject Facilmente a t'ingannar. To deceiving yourself easily.

Bella rosa porporina The beautiful purple rose Oggi Silvia sceglierà, Will Silvia choose today; Con la scusa della spina With the excuse of its thorns, Doman poi la sprezzerà. Tomorrow, then, will she despise it. Ma degli uomini il consiglio But the advice of the men Io per me non seguirò. I will not follow - Non perché mi piace il giglio Just because the lily pleases me, Gli altri fiori sprezzerò. I do not have to despise the other flowers.

Seligkeit “Seligkeit” was composed by Franz Schubert and set to the words of a poem written by Ludwig Hölty. Franz Schubert was mostly known for his Lieder, among them being “Seligkeit.” Unfortunately, his music did not gain as much popularity as they did following his death, and they were even praised by many composers, such as Brahms and Mendelssohn. Schubert wrote the song in the form of a waltz to depict the joy, or “bliss,” of the singer, specifically when they imagine the singing and dancing in heaven. In the first two strophes, the singer describes what they believe heaven to be like and how they’d would love to be there; however, in the third strophe, the singer states that they’d gladly exchange the pleasures of paradise to remain with their love, Laura, for eternity.

Freuden sonder Zahl Joys without number Blühn im Himmelssaal Bloom in the halls of Heaven Engeln und Verklärten, For angels and transfigured souls, Wie die Väter lehrten. As our fathers taught us. O da möcht' ich sein, How I’d love to be there Und mich ewig freun! And rejoice eternally!

Jedem lächelt traut A heavenly bride smiles Eine Himmelsbraut; Sweetly on everyone; Harf' und Psalter klinget, Harp and psalter resound, Und man tanzt und singet. And there’s dancing and singing. O da möcht' ich sein, How I’d love to be there Und mich ewig freun! And rejoice eternally!

Lieber bleib' ich hier, I’d sooner stay here Lächelt Laura mir If Laura smiles on me Einen Blick, der saget, With a look that says Daß ich ausgeklaget. I’ve to grieve no more. Selig dann mit ihr, Blissfully then with her Bleib' ich ewig hier! I’d stay forever here!

The Green Dog “The Green Dog” is a humorous, energetic American art song composed by Herbet Kingsley. Kingsley wrote the melody as if the singer were telling a funny story to the audience. “The Green Dog” is about a woman who wishes she had a green dog and claims that if her dog were green, then she would only be seen in the color green; however, she reveals that not only is her dog not green, but she does not have a dog in the first place.

Far From the Home I Love “Far From the Home I Love” is a song from Act II of the musical Fiddler on the Roof composed by Jerry Bock with lyrics by Sheldon Harnick. The story is centered around a Jewish family consisting of Tevye, his wife, Golda, and their three daughters who live in a Russian village, Anatevka, in 1905. “Far From the Home I Love” is sung by Hodel, the seventeen-year-old daughter of Tevye. Hodel is in love with Perchik and agrees to marry him against her father’s wishes. When Perchik leaves for Kiev to work for the resistance, a rumor spreads that he was arrested and sent to Siberia. Upon hearing this, Hodel decides to leave home to go to him. Tevye accompanies Hodel to the train station to say goodbye. In “Far From the Home I Love,” Hodel explains to her father that although she will miss her family, her home is wherever her love, Perchik, is.

Something Wonderful “Something Wonderful” is a song from the Rodgers and Hammerstein II musical The King and I based on the book Anna and the King of Siam by Margaret Landon. The story takes place in Siam during the 1860s and follows the journey of Anna Leonwens, an Englishwoman who was brought to Siam by the King to teach his family English and Western ideas. “Something Wonderful” is sung by the King’s first wife, Lady Thiang, to Anna. Anna loves the King but expresses her frustration of his stubborneess and pride to Lady Thiang. Lady Thiang tells Anna that despite his faults, he will do “something wonderful,” and Anna needs to accept him for who he is.

Never Lost “Never Lost” is a gospel-style worship song that was written by Steven Furtick, Chris Brown, and Tiffany Hammer. The song was first introduced to their church, Elevation, and after seeing the reaction of the church to to song, they recorded it and released it in 2020. Many versions of the song has been released, but the most notable of them is by Gospel artist Cece Winans. “Never Lost” focuses on the faithfulness of God and how God is victorious over all. He will never leave us nor forsake us, and He has already won every battle. The writers highlighted different bible stories through the song, such as the fall of the wall of Jericho and when Jesus rose Lazurus from the dead, because they are examples of the wonders of God and how he triumphs over everything, inlcuding death. One of the writers, Chris Brown, said, “when we look through scripture, we see that God’s never been intimidated by a battle his children were facing. The walls of Jericho fell. Lazarus got up from the grave, and we still worship the same Champion of Heaven who fights for us.”

Everything “Everything” written by Lauren Daigle, Jason Ingram, and Paul Mabury was included on Daigle’s second album entitled Look Up Child which was released in 2018. Lauren Daigle is a CCM artist and a two-time Grammy award winner. Look Up Child earned a platinum certification and debuted at #1 on Top Christian Albums and #3 on Billboard’s Top 200 chart. The song is about how God knows all of our needs, and all we must do is trust in Him to provide. Daigle shows in her lyrics that God cares and will provide her needs because he even provides a little sparrow “a place to lay its head.”

First and foremost, I would like to thank my Savior, Jesus Christ. Without Him, I would not be the person I am today. I would also like to thank Him for leading me to Liberty University to have the opportunity to be taught and discipled by some of the most talented, God-fearing professors. I would like to thank Dr. Jupin for everything he has taught me and continues to teach me, as well as his continuous encouragement and support. Thank you for having the patience to push and challenge me. I would also like to thank my accompanist, Clara, and my friend, Elizabeth, for all of their hard work in helping me with my recital. I would like to thank my friends who I’ve come to love like family. Last, but certainly not least, I would like to thank my amazing family who has supported me with unconditional love and prayer. Specifically, my brother, who’s relentless determination, integrity, and heart for the Lord is a daily inspriration to me.

Caeleana Smith is a student of Dr. Richard Jupin.

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Bachelor of Music in Worship Leadership degree.

We would like to thank the Liberty University Administration for their faithful support of the School of Music.

Dr. Jerry Prevo, President Dr. Scott Hicks, Provost and Chief Academic Officer Dr. Stephen Müller, Dean, School of Music The School of Music Administration, Faculty, and Staff