BALLARD, L.W.: Four Moons (The) / Devil’s Promenade / Fantasy Aborigine No. 3 / Scenes from Indian Life
Fort Smith Symphony, John Jeter
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Louis Wayne Ballard (1931–2007) – also known as ‘Honganozhe’, which means ‘Stands with Eagles’ in the Quapaw language – was the first indigenous North American composer of art music, and his extensive knowledge of the music, dance and mythology of this culture informed his compositions. This podcast reviews a new album of his works that are eclectic in style, uniquely varied and thoroughly engaging. The presenter is Raymond Bisha. The guests are conductor John Jeter and Jerod Impichchāachaaha’ Tate, who was a student, friend and colleague of the composer.