In their ninth studio album, Apollo Chamber Players present a bold musical tapestry celebrating the ideals, complexities, and evolving story of American democracy at this milestone juncture. Featuring new commissions, world premieres, and transformative reimaginings, the release amplifies voices from across cultures, eras, and communities whose lived experiences help define the collective meaning of “We the People.” The album opens …

The throughline of the seven works recorded here are the themes and influences of Argentine Tango, West African drumming, and African American Spirituals. The program features works by Héctor Del Curto, Julia Smith, Jessie Montgomery, Adolphus Hailstork, Astor Piazzolla, and Agustín Bardi. Three of the works were commissioned by Apollo Chamber Players with the request that each composer craft a …