Cuentos

Composer: Hector Armienta
Librettist: Hector Armienta
Company: Opera Cultura

Synopsis

The song cycle opera retells the heart wrenching and inspirational stories of Mexican Immigrants who have made the arduous journey from Mexico to the US. As described by Hector Armienta, "This work is intended for the community and those that want to celebrate the contributions of all immigrants - including those within our own family". The song cycle opera is about an hour long and is comprised of five arias ( songs). The text is based on stories Armienta has collected from various sources. The arias are titled Voy Al Norte (I go to the North), Como Cantan en los Corridos ( Like they Sing in the Folk Songs), Trabajamos en el Campo ( We Worked in the Fields), Wrong Place at the Wrong Time, and Yo Viajo en mi Mente ( I Journey in my Mind). OPTIONAL
There is a community engagement component to the work, which allows community members to participate in the production.