THE TAILORESS SONG
for alto and piano
 
A Contemporary Hebrew Art Song
The Tailoress Song (2009) by Lior Navok is a 3:30-minute composition for alto and piano, setting the evocative poetry of Leah Goldberg. Presented in both Hebrew and Latin characters, the piece seamlessly blends poetic depth with modern musicality, showcasing the expressive range and versatility of the ensemble. It offers performers a unique, culturally rich addition to the contemporary repertoire for alto and piano.
 
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About the Music
The Tailoress Song is a 3½‑minute Hebrew art song for alto and piano, adapted from a poem by Leah Goldberg originally written for a Goldoni play. The piece portrays a seamstress at her work, sewing while her thoughts drift to the lover she awaits. The music reflects her quiet longing and gentle inner reflections, capturing a small, intimate moment suspended between solitude and hope. It is ideal for professional singers and advanced university or conservatory altos, making it perfect for recitals, competitions, Hebrew‑language programs, and thematic concerts exploring love, solitude, or Israeli poetry. The style features lyrical, intimate writing paired with clear, text‑driven phrasing.
 
Program Notes
This short song is a musical adaptation of a poem by Leah Goldberg, originally written for a production of a play by Goldoni. It narrates the tale of a tailoress who waits for her lover while reflecting on him as she sews.
 
Specifications
Duration: 3 minutes 30 seconds
Year Composed: 2009
Instrumentation: Alto and Piano
Poems By: Leah Goldberg
Language: Hebrew (Score in Hebrew / Latin characters)
 
Product Information
Hard Copy (Score)
Condition: New
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