Modern opera blending Southwest Native mythology with original sci-fi/fantasy elements, featuring conflicts between ancient spiritual beings (Anasazi) and Native tribes. Contains themes of cultural preservation, forbidden love, and mystical technology.
A dramatic operatic finale depicting a tribal ceremony, conflict, and a quest to seek aid from the mythical Anasazi. Blends choral elements with narrative tension, reflecting themes of tradition versus rebellion.
Anasazi (1971) is a programmatic concert band work by American composer John Edmondson, depicting the culture and landscapes of the Ancestral Puebloans. Known for its rhythmic intensity and evocative percussion, it remains a staple in wind ensemble repertoire, reflecting Edmondson's skill in creating accessible yet dramatic educational music.
A dramatic scene from a post-apocalyptic opera featuring sacred Kachina rituals, conflicts between tribal laws and compassion, and a climactic aria expressing unrequited love.
