Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-Up – Raphael Fusco

First-place winner of the 2025 NATS Art Song Composition Award Composer: Raphael Fusco Text:  Caitlin Vincent Instrumentation: medium/high voice and piano Duration: 15 minutes Date Written: 2024 Additional Information: Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-Up offers an honest look at the ups and downs of sharing a space as a young couple. From choosing paint colors and dealing with each other's annoying quirks to managing cooking disasters and celebrating awkward birthdays, this collection captures the real moments of everyday life. Ultimately, it shows that true happiness lies in the simple act of cuddling up on the couch after a long day, embracing both the challenges and joys of love.