In loving memory of (homes) Bard and inspired by The Death of Ophelia (Act 4, Scene 7, Hamlet). I composed this work in Stratford-upon-Avon and recorded it in Royal Leamington Spa. I have been experiencing problems with my good ear, which is my left, so my hearing is not (very) encouraging at the moment, but I soldier on. I think I mentioned previously that I am stubborn. So, I have also attempted to master this one as a way of defying this (for lack of a better word) nuisance.