Heart, we will forget him

Published by Graphite Publishing.
From Hope, an intimate and expressive song cycle that brings to life the vivid, emotionally resonant poetry of Emily Dickinson. Composed while still in college, this early work holds a special place in the composer’s heart—and it is a joy to see it continue to resonate with performers and audiences today.

As a collaborative pianist, the composer gives the piano a deeply expressive role. Through extensive text painting and evocative textures, the accompaniment becomes an emotional partner to the voice. Nowhere is this more evident than in “Heart, We Will Forget Him,” where the piano acts as the relentless pull of memory—echoing the singer’s longing even as they plead to move on.

Performed by Linh Kauffman, soprano; Sonja Thompson, piano