“Sandpaintings” and the Piano Works of Navajo Composer Connor Chee: Joel Schoenhals
Kerrytown Concert House 415 North Fourth Ave, Ann Arbor, MI, United StatesThis lecture-recital will give an overview of Connor Chee’s complete piano music including “Sandpaintings” as well as develop an understanding of the Navajo life and culture from which these works arose. Chee is known for combining his classical piano training with his Native American heritage. This presentation aims to change the landscape of classical piano literature by introducing the piano works of Navajo pianist and composer Connor Chee.