Tembandumba: Transient Glory Series

(Transient Glory). The title is inspired by "Tembandumba de la Quimbamba," the main character of a poem by master Puerto Rican poet, Luis Pales Matos. The music alternates between chanting and singing. The two soloists soprano and alto plus a pair of Cuban claves add contrast and color to this lively a cappella work. Duration: ca. 8:00. Performed by Young People's Chorus of NYC, Francisco Nunez, conductor.