Bird at the Great Kiva

Author(s)

Michael Mauldin

Publication Date

1981

Abstract

A suggestive rather than descriptive work, "Bird at the Great Kiva" is cast in sonata form, with use of some of the same thematic material in the first and third movements. The title refers to the great ceremonial room of the historic Pueblo in Chaco Canyon.

Sponsorship

Digitized with funding from the Center for Regional Studies.

Table of Contents

Encounter -- Song -- Flight

Description

Written for the opening concert of the New Mexico Music Teachers Association State Convention on December 4, 1981 at Highlands University in Las Vegas, NM, premiered by the composer. Movement Titles: "Encounter," "Song," "Flight." ASCAP Title Code: 322139575. Date Composed: 1981. Copyright: (sr) 1981 M Mauldin. Duration: 14:30. Score/Parts: M Mauldin (manuscript and computer generated, available for sale).

Language

English

Publisher

Michael Mauldin

Keywords

Sonatas (Piano), Suites (Piano), Kivas -- New Mexico -- Chaco Canyon -- Songs and music

Document Type

Musical Score

Recommended Citation

Mauldin, Michael. "Bird at the Great Kiva." (1981). https://digitalrepository.unm.edu/nm_composer_archive/575