AMERICA 250

Michael Begay’s new work, “Spirit Echoes of Sovereignty”: The Legacy of Sitting Bull and Chief Joseph, and Sage Bond’s new music honoring Sacagawea.

Concert Repertoire

Michael Begay

Spirit Echoes of Sovereignty: The Legacy of Sitting Bull and Chief Joseph, a string quartet honoring the legacies of Sitting Bull and Chief Joseph. Through four movements: Resistance, Remembrance, Resilience, and Renegade, the piece captures their courageous stand against oppression, the profound sorrow of their struggles, their enduring spirit, and their defiant pursuit of sovereignty. This composition reflects on their wisdom and influence, serving as a musical tribute to their enduring impact and the vital preservation of their powerful stories.

Other works TBA

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