Charles Griffes (1884–1920)

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1. What do we need to know about this composer?
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One of America’s first important composers.

Had a gift for melody and synthesizing word and tone. Songs are effective and appealing.

2. Name a song composition by this composer.
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Lament of Ian the Proud
Auf Geheimem Waldespfade
Symphony in Yellow

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This selection is called: “Lament of Ian the Proud ”
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This selection is called: “Auf Geheimem Waldespfade”
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This selection is called: “Symphony in Yellow”
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