Songs and Dances of Death

William Powers delivers a hauntingly beautiful collection of songs and arias with his album "Songs and Dances of Death," released on December 3, 2021, under Centaur Records, Inc. This operatic masterpiece showcases Powers' exceptional vocal range and emotional depth, featuring a mix of English and Italian performances. The album opens with the four-part "Songs and Dances of Death," a chilling exploration of mortality set to music by Modest Mussorgsky. Powers then transitions to two powerful arias from Giuseppe Verdi's operas "Don Carlos" and "Simon Boccanegra," demonstrating his versatility and command of the operatic repertoire. Clocking in at just over 35 minutes, this concise yet impactful album is a testament to Powers' artistry and a captivating journey through some of the most evocative music in the operatic canon.