Back to the Trunk: “Welcome Home”
- June 8, 2007
- By Michael Kaulkin
- Musical Theater, Past Work
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Time to roll out another song from The Ghost of Wu.
Composed in the summer or fall of 2002, Welcome Home is probably my favorite song from Wu; certainly the one I’m most proud of for both music and lyrics. It’s an ensemble number for womens chorus.
Following a tumultuous journey from her village to the Emperor’s court, Wu is met by gentle chorus of concubines welcoming her into the Emperor’s harem. During the course of the song, they transform her from a simple country girl into an elegant member of their circle.
