Words by Robert Fuller Murray
Music by Ruth Elaine Schram
Ruth Elaine Schram's choral setting of Robert Fuller Murray's poem "The Fiddler" is an upbeat celebration of music and joy. With a lilting rhythm and vibrant harmonies, the piece brings the poem's whimsical imagery to life, capturing the infectious energy of a fiddler playing with uncontainable enthusiasm. With an optional violin part that enhances the festive mood, this piece invites both singers and listeners to revel in the playful, toe-tapping music, evoking the image of a fiddler whose tunes stir hearts and lift spirits.