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Can I Still
Staff Notation • Secular, Art songs
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Can I Still by Barbara Rosen — Lyrics
I wanted to write a fugue, but I didn't know whether I could,
'Cause if you are able to write a fugue, it means that you're pretty damn good.
But I did it! I did it! I still can't believe that I did it!
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About Can I Still
Barbara Rosen's Can I Still is a secular art song for SATB choir. The text humorously recounts the composer's initial doubts about her ability to write a fugue, followed by her triumphant accomplishment. The piece captures the exhilaration of overcoming a creative challenge and the subsequent desire to continue exploring musical ideas. This work is suitable for choirs looking for a contemporary and engaging piece that expresses a personal artistic journey. The English lyrics provide a relatable narrative, enhanced by the SATB voicing which allows for rich harmonic textures to underscore the text's emotional arc and celebratory conclusion.
