Song Series: The Forest of German Art Songs, Vol. 2—Introductory Course Unofficial

This performance will be held as the third introductory lecture in the “Uta Series: The Forest of German Art Songs, Vol. 2,” which explores the appeal of German art songs from multiple perspectives. The theme for this session is “song cycles”—collections of songs in which poetry and music are closely intertwined and reflect the composer’s deep inspiration. The event will take the form of a dialogue featuring musicologist Daisuke Hirose and baritone Tetsu Kari, who boasts a diverse repertoire. The intersection of a scholar’s perspective on musicology and a performer’s unique insight—gained through the pursuit of vocal expression on stage—will offer a valuable opportunity to delve into the depths of these compositions. As you learn the secrets of how singers craft their interpretations of these works, please enjoy a stimulating intellectual experience that will deepen your understanding of the song worlds of Schumann and Mahler. This lecture, which invites you into the deep forest of German art songs, is sure to be a place of new discoveries for all music lovers.