Voices Embrace the World: Shuntaro Tanikawa on Poetry, Music, and Chorus

Poetry and music have a mutual love. Why are the choral pieces "Believe" and "In Spring" sung by so many people? Why do the poems of a poet who loves music so captivate musicians? This elegant and profound ensemble of poets and musicians explores the charm and creative source of song, discussing everything from the intimate and profound relationship between poetry and music to choral singing, voice, recitation, art, and education. This exquisite volume contains records of a choral course at Tokyo Gakugei University, a follow-up interview, and 24 poems, including one new piece.