I'm researching students of Nadia Boulanger, to put together a recital of 20th century duets. Classical vocalists and friends, any leads? there are over 100 American students alone, and I think I'd like to stay within that boundary for the present. Working title? " Americans in Paris"
thanks for your input.
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One of the most obvious, but only "half american" is Igor Strawinsky. On this ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_compositions_by_Igor_Stravinsky ) Wikipedia page are some Vocal works listed.
Aaron Copland was also a student.
Philip Glass all though I don't know any vocal duets by his hand.
This are the first that come up in my mind. I'll expand the list if I know more
Of course, don't forget Leonard Bernstein. Look at Wikipedia for a (short) list of vocal compositions. ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leonard_Bernstein#Vocal_music ) You can also look at his official site http://www.leonardbernstein.com/works_songs.htm
There's also Marc Blitzstein. I only know him by name. I don't remember having ever heard any composition by him. You can find songs by him on http://www.marcblitzstein.com/pages/music/catalogue/works01.asp?categ=song
Eliott Carter also has a long list of compositions, including songs with piano. He must be almost 102 years old now (born December 11, 1908) and is still composing. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elliott_Carter#Voice
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Shirley Manson (rubbish) and Marilyn Manson (Marilyn Manson) i'm unsure what song they'd do, consistent with probability a creepy version of summer season Lovin' from Grease lol. something that replaced into meant to be a cheezy duet and that they could make it completely undesirable ***! middle of Nowhere via warm warm warmth