The Poetry of English Lute Songs

Singer and poet Theresa Werba discusses her career in the field of English songs for the lute.
The Poetry of English Lute Songs
A detail from "The Lute Player," circa 1612–1620, by Orazio Gentileschi. Oil on canvas; 56 2/5 inches by 50 3/4 inches. National Gallery of Art, Washington. Public Domain
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A seasoned poet and classical singer, Theresa Werba has devoted her life to the rich Western musical heritage, particularly English lute songs and Baroque masterpieces.

Having studied under renowned performers like Julianne Baird and Drew Minter, Werba’s deep understanding of historical performance practice shines through in her collaborations with groups like the Hawaii Opera Theater, the Europa Early Music Consort, and the Mannes Baroque Ensemble. Her album (under the name Theresa Rodriguez), “Lullabies: Traditional American and International Songs,” reveals a musician sensitive to varying folk traditions.

Andrew Benson Brown
Andrew Benson Brown
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Andrew Benson Brown is a Missouri-based poet, journalist, and writing coach. He is an editor at Bard Owl Publishing and Communications and the author of “Legends of Liberty,” an epic poem about the American Revolution. For more information, visit Apollogist.wordpress.com.