for sop., cl., perc. (1), vc., cb., and pno.
Text by the composer. Commissioned by Carnegie Hall for Audra McDonald as part of a new cycle "The Seven Deadly Sins" (also featuring compositions contributed by Michael John La Chiusa, Stephen Flaherty, Ricky Ian Gordon and others). Premeire: June 2, 2004 at Zankel Hall, New York. Soprano: Audra McDonald; Piano and Music Director: Ted Sperling.

A piano/vocal score is available for purchase separately.