Where the Heart is Pure was premiered in 1995, originally for mezzo-soprano and large chamber ensemble or chamber orchestra. Three distinct movements are based upon poems by Lewis' long-time friend, Robert Sund, a voice of the Pacific Northwest. In this duo version, Lewis has reworked the piano part, he says, "To create a concert version highlighting the strengths of that instrument and not merely a piano reduction."
Text: Robert Sund (used by permission)
Publisher: Theodore Presser Company
First Recording: Naxos Records – American Classics
Performing Artists: Christine Abraham, mezzo soprano; Keisuke Nakagoshi, piano.
Released: August 12, 1916
Duration: 16 minutes
