Details

Fa?ade was heard in its earliest version in 1923 with the poet of its extraordinary texts, Edith Sitwell, as the narrator. Short and highly contrasted numbers bring together off-beat musical style and verbal rhythm and imagery - the 'Popular Song' and 'Polka' have become particular well-known favourites. The complete extant material for William Walton's Fa?ade includes thirty-five numbers set to music, and a further eleven in verse alone.

Creatives/Company

Lyrics: Edith Sitwell
Music: Walton
Company: Auricle Ensemble