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Library of Congress Adds New Symphony from Wales to Music Division CollectionsThe Library of Congress has added a new musical gift from Wales, presented to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. An excerpt of the work was first performed in the U.S. on Sept. 1 in the Library's historic Coolidge Auditorium, with the score now set to join the Library's extensive music collections. "Symffoni'r Môr Mawr, A Transatlantic Symphony," is a 15-minute orchestral work with voices by multi-award-winning composer Katie Jenkins. "‘Symffoni'r Môr Mawr’ is a wonderful addition to our vast music collections. It was an honor to welcome the premiere of this piece on our Coolidge Auditorium stage," said Acting Librarian of Congress Robert R. Newlen. "This gift from Wales reflects the cultural bond between our two nations, and we are proud that this musical work will now be preserved here for the American people and researchers for generations to come." Rooted in Wales, a nation of storytellers and innovators, the piece draws on the colors of Welsh song and the energy of America's musical traditions to celebrate shared values of creativity, community and the drive to build a better future. Click here for more information.
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