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American Classical Voices - November Highlights

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11/6: Charles Shadle
In this episode, Diné pianist and musicologist Renata Yazzie chats with Choctaw composer Charles Shadle, and shares the world premiere of his symphony #4. Immerse yourself in the sounds of North American Indigenous composers and performers with American Classical Voices.

11/13: Raven Chacon
In this episode, Diné pianist and musicologist Renata Yazzie chats with the recipient of the 2022 Pulitzer Prize in music, Diné composer Raven Chacon, and shares a sampling of his works. Immerse yourself in the sounds of North American Indigenous composers and performers with American Classical Voices.

11/20: Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate
In this episode, Diné pianist and musicologist Renata Yazzie chats with Chickasaw composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate, and special guest, Chickasaw astronaut John Herrington. This episode features Tate’s piece, “Moonstrike,” for string ensemble and narrator. Immerse yourself in the sounds of North American Indigenous composers and performers with American Classical Voices.

11/27: Jacqueline Wilson
In this episode, Diné pianist and musicologist Renata Yazzie chats with Yakama bassoonist and composer Jaqcueline Wilson, and shares selections from her groundbreaking album of bassoon works by Native American composers. Immerse yourself in the sounds of north American Indigenous composers and performers with American Classical Voices.