Various Composers - We The People (Apollo Chamber Players)

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1. Daniel Bernard Roumain - And Still We Cross
2. Ludwig van Beethoven - Fantasy on Symphony No. 7: Allegretto Groovando
3. John Corigliano - One Sweet Morning
4. Homayoun Sakhi - String Quartet No. 1: Tolo (Sunrise)
5. John Cornelius - PAX: Prologue / Isle of Self
6. John Cornelius - PAX: Give Us Our Peace
7. John Cornelius - PAX: Interlude / Give Us Our Peace
8. John Cornelius - PAX: The Dove
9. John Cornelius - PAX: People
10. John Cornelius - PAX: PAX / Painting
11. Marcus Maroney - The Color Blue: Part 1: For the Fourth
12. Marcus Maroney - The Color Blue: Part 2: Thought--Prayer
13. Marcus Maroney - The Color Blue: Part 3: The Color Blue
14. Howard Hansen - Song of Democracy

Apollo Chamber Players

    Matthew J. Detrick, violin

    Anabel Ramirez, violin

    Aria Cheregosha, viola

    Matthew Dudzik, cello

Date: 2026

Label: Azica Records

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Released on July 3, 2026, by Azica Records, Apollo Chamber Players’ ninth studio album, We the People, presents a bold musical tapestry exploring the complexities of American democracy ahead of the nation's 250th birthday. The digital release spans new commissions and world premieres that bridge Beethoven’s Enlightenment humanism with modern reflections from diverse Afghan, African-American, Haitian-American, and Jewish-American creators. A central highlight includes Daniel Bernard Roumain’s And Still We Cross, which features narration by Kenneth Morris Jr.—a direct descendant of Frederick Douglass and Booker T. Washington. Ultimately, the album amplifies multicultural voices to thoughtfully examine the struggles, ideals, and future of the American identity.

Named Chamber Music America’s 2025 Ensemble of the Year, the Houston-based Apollo Chamber Players are celebrated for creating dynamic programs that engage with current events and multi-ethnic perspectives. Founded in 2008, the ensemble has performed at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall and commissioned over 65 new works from prominent creators, including Jennifer Higdon and George Takei. Their acclaimed discography on Azica Records includes the chart-topping album With Malice Toward None, complemented by their award-winning documentary, MoonShot. Deeply committed to community engagement, Apollo also enriches local culture through impactful partnerships and educational initiatives like their innovative Library Voyage project.

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