Opera For Change: How "Dust in the Bottomland" Is Using Music To Foster Justice with Nate May & Andrew Munn

Podcast Interview with Nate May & Andrew Munn Composer Nate May and base vocalist Andrew Munn combine contemporary opera and passions for environmental and economic justice in Appalachia in a live performance of "Dust in the Bottomland." Nate May is a professional composer who has a passion for making music that engages with social reality. Much of his work stems from a "fascination, love, and respect for the people" of Appalachia. Andrew Munn is a bass vocalist with previous experience working as a community organizer in Appalachia informing his ongoing work as a musician. Andrew sings opera, classical music cannons, and new music collaborations like "Dust in the Bottomland". Interviewers: Cheryl Montgomery, PhD student in Planning, Governance, and Globalization; Jordan Laney, PhD student in the ASPECT program; Dana Hogg, Master's student in Agricultural Leadership and Community Education