Mandrake Maiden

Mandrake Maiden (2010) by David Nez

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Evening: At the village festival, the rituals of teasing and flirting unfold. Though enamored of the Hajduk, Vixen is beginning to have second thoughts about his roguish behavior. At Vixen's request, Roma tells Vixen's fortune again, choosing the Queen of Wands. Vixen sings a song about different types of eligible bachelors.

Premiere at Boston University, April 1, 2011 (duration 8:00)

Cast: Rebekah Alexander, Elissa Alvarez, Ian Geers, Ulysses Thomas, Gregory Zavracky.

Xanthos Ensemble conducted by Jeffrey Means:
Zachary Jay (flute/piccolo), Alexis Lanz (clarinet), Brenda van der Merwe (violin),
Leo Eguchi (cello),Eunyoung Kim (piano), David Tarantino (percussion).

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