This has got to be one of the of the most creative and unique readings of a work by William Shakespeare I've ever listened to, which is saying a lot (for me, at least), because I have not ever been able to appreciate the man's literary output by reading any of it. It's just that I find the language too archaic, practically impenetrable, though I've much enjoyed watching films of his plays simply because of the acting talent and production values exhibited on the big screen.

What makes your production so interesting is the musical style you selected, which sounded like a gospel/blues creation. Imagine that! Shakespeare recited from the pulpit of a house of joyful worship, with the soulful minister delivering the bard's sonnet with the feel and rhythm of a old-time spiritual. If you've ever attended a Black church service, you may know what I mean. A-men and hallelujah, brothers and sisters! Shakespeare's seen the light.

I think you just revealed to me how I could get deeper into Shakespeare's genius through the transforming power of music! smile