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Catalyst Quartet and the Native American Composer Apprentice Project - Arizona Encore

Enjoy a night at the opera with favorite moments from the repertoire.

AUDIO: Arizona Encore

What happens when high school musicians get their first taste of writing music for string quartet? When it’s under the direction of experienced Native composers the results are stunning. This week the Catalyst String Quartet introduces us to several young composers alongside a favorite musical chestnut at the Grand Canyon Music Festival.

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