The Seasons is a set of four works, each of which can be effectively performed individually. Barberi wrote Summer for a choreographer friend who requested a bluesy American song for her recital. The piece contains some interesting meter changes, probably the result of composing it with dance in mind. Springtime was written a year later. Composed around the circle of fifths, it captures the romantic feelings of spring. A song built on whole step progressions evoked the icey sounds of Winter. Autumn was composed last, in a minor key.
David and Barberi collaborated to shape the four songs into a set of compositions for chorus. The combination of Barberi's picturesque words and melodies and David's elegant arrangements has produced a beautifully integrated ensemble depicting nature's splendor.
The Seasons includes: No. 1 Springtime (GC144) No. 2 Summer (GC145) No. 3 Autumn (GC146) No. 4 Winter (GC 147)
| Edition Number | GC146 |
|---|---|
| Publication Date | 11/09/1987 |
| Media Type | Choral Octavos |
| Level/Grade | 4 |
| Choral/Vocal | SATB |