In "The Mother's Nursery Songs," Thomas Hastings expertly weaves a delicate tapestry of lullabies and children'Äôs songs that reflect the tender bond between mother and child. Rich in lyrical beauty and musicality, Hastings'Äô work encapsulates the spirit of 19th-century America, drawing on folk traditions and the burgeoning Romanticism of his time. Each song is imbued with an emotional resonance,...