Phoenix reflects Music of Remembrance’s commitment to commissioning and premiering new works that bring a human dimension to challenges confronting us in the world. It is a powerful musical statement about the current women’s rights struggle in Iran, scored for voices representing three generations of Iranian women. These voices share the challenges that have demanded their courage, and a deep cultural history underlying the current uprising. Commissioned by Music of Remembrance (2023). Made possible by generous support from Barbara Daniels. Recorded live at the Illsley Ball Nordstrom Recital Hall at Benaroya Hall in Seattle on March 10, 2024. Sahba Aminikia, composer Zara Houshmand, librettist Rachel Hauge, mezzo-soprano; Vanessa Isiguen, soprano; & Madeline Ross, soprano Mikhail Shmidt, violin; Artur Girsky, violin; Susan Gulkis Assadi, viola; Walter Gray, cello; Joseph Kaufman, double bass.