Melissa Givens Performs Zenobia Powell Perry's Threnody
- Jeannie Gayle Pool
- Feb 25, 2021
- 1 min read
On November 8, 2020, Melissa Givens gave a stunningly beautiful performance of Zenobia Powell Perry's Threnody Song Cycle, with pianist Genevieve Feiwen Lee at Pomona College. Melissa is Assistant Professor of Voice and Head of Voice Studies at Pomona College. Zenobia Powell Perry (1908-2004), was an African-American and Creek Indian composer whose music can be heard on Cambria Master Recordings.
The song cycle, based on the poetry of the African American poet Donald Jeffrey Hayes (1904-1991) was composed between 1968-1972 and has five movements: Threnody, Alien, Benediction, Poet, and Pastourelle. The music is available through Jaygayle Music (ASCAP). Here is the link to Melissa Givens's performance:
https://pomona.box.com/s/q2x2crwn030fjc3rea6j5madl1p52eqe
I enjoyed reading about this performance because it highlights how music can keep important works alive. During a busy arts class, I used assignment help support while researching different composers and performances. It made me appreciate how much history and emotion can be carried through music. Great performances often inspire people to learn more about the artists behind them. Nice post, its makes me smile
As a music student, I appreciate Zenobia Powell Perry’s powerful work, but my heavy coursework makes me think Can someone do my assignment for me? between rehearsals. While I’d love to focus solely on artistry, deadlines loom. If I hire help, I’ll ensure they respect academic integrity. For now, this inspiring piece motivates me to push through maybe I’ll even analyze Threnody for my next paper.