Renowned for his musical settings of The Bard’s vast output of work, composer Joseph Summer extends his ear to a wider chorus of myth and memory with a collection of classical chamber music exploring Shakespearean themes, echoes of Greek myth, stories encapsulated in art, and more on POEMS OF DEVOTION. Featuring hornist Radek Baborák, violinist Josef Špaček, and pianist Miroslav Sekera, this Navona Records release unveils the world premiere recordings of several original works, showcasing Summer’s command over the intersection of classical music and time-honored texts, and his ability to musically revitalize fascinating artistic marvels from a bygone era with modern mastery and verve.