In turning to Greek legend as an inspiration for her music, Fine was still under the influence of Martha Graham, and this was the first time that Fine chose a distinctly feminine theme – the tragedy of the young maiden Persephone and her mother, Demeter. In 1964 Fine wrote Song of Persephone for Solo Viola, which was premiered by Jacob Glick, the violist at Bennington. The 3rd section of the piece reflect the triadic character of the legend. In the Spring Persephone is freed from the bowels of the earth and restored to Demeter. As the bride of Hades Persephone is the goddess of destruction who sends specters, rules the ghosts and carries into effect the curses of men. It describes too the grief of her mother, Demeter, who sought Kore for 9 days and nights, calling fruitlessly all the while. The legend described the grief of Kore at her abduction by Hades, King of Tartarus. , in Lenox, Massachusetts, Berkshire Chamber Players Concert, Jacob Glick, viola
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