Danaë Xanthe Vlasse, Composer-Pianist
Hila Plitmann, Soprano 
Sangeeta Kaur, Soprano
Robert Thies, Pianist
John Walz, Cellist

MSRR1754

"Plitmann’s vocals truly shine with emotion and emphasis in this number, reaching unimaginable high notes and effortlessly returning to Earth, not unlike the crashing of waves that this track seems to emulate." - The Ark of Music

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Poème is a collection of nine original compositions  inspired by poetry, presented by composer-pianist  Danaë Xanthe Vlasse and  the  distinguished  artists  she  has gathered  for this album. Seven  romantic  art  songs  based  on French  poetry  are brought to life by award-winning soprano Hila Plitmann and acclaimed pianist Robert Thies. The songs also feature  the  talents  of visionary soprano  Sangeeta  Kaur and cellist John Walz. The composer  herself contributes performances of two works for solo piano. Vlasse’s songs, which set texts written during the 19th century as well as contemporaneously, are driven by the grandiose ideals that define Romantic culture: admiration for nature, celebration  of history, devotion to family and the alternating torture  and bliss of love for another  person. The moods of Poème express  the full range of life, from feelings of melancholy, to anger, seduction and joyous abandon.

"Plitmann’s flowing voice caresses the tune and transforms the simple act of a sweet touch of the lips into a world of immortal love." - Artisan Music Reviews