Among composers of song literature is the work of Lori Laitman. Mainly a composer of songs, Laitman writes works that are riveting and challenging for both singer and pianist. A pianist herself, Laitman writes accompaniments that partner the voice yet are independently interesting. Her vocal lines are lyric with beautiful melodies, although not predictable or boring. Her fusion of words and music further proves her talent for vocal composition. The Metropolitan Tower and Other Songs, with texts from poet Sara Teasdale, as well as Sunflowers, with poems by Mary Oliver, are two cycles that are as worthy of inclusion as any standard Rorem or Barber song studied in the classroom or performed in the recital arena. Laitman's songs are not only interesting, but they are also intriguing and important. I Never Saw Another Butterfly, Daughters, and Holocaust 1944 are three cycles that share a subject (the Holocaust) but which have different musical voices reflecting the various poetic voices. Her diversity, coupled with the quality of her work, further emphasize her value in the song literature field.