4 Chinese Lyrics, Op.48 (Bowen, York)

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Publisher. Info. London: Enoch, 1920. Plate E. & S. 5405.
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Work Title 4 Chinese Lyrics
Alternative. Title
Composer Bowen, York
Opus/Catalogue NumberOp./Cat. No. Op.48
Internal Reference NumberInternal Ref. No. None [force assignment]
Movements/SectionsMov'ts/Sec's 4 songs
  1. The Gourd has still its bitter Leaves
  2. The Morning Glory climbs above my Head
  3. I saw the Marsh with Rushes dank and green
  4. The Wind blows from the North
Year/Date of CompositionY/D of Comp. 1920 ca.
First Publication. 1920
Librettist Helen Waddell, after classical Chinese poems
Language English
Dedication To William Stack
Composer Time PeriodComp. Period Early 20th century
Piece Style Early 20th century
Instrumentation voice, piano