Chordas Collective is a vocal-forward ensemble recognizable by its polystylistic fluidity and magnetic dynamism with performance possibilities ranging from avant drag sound baths to auto-tuned Gregorian jazz. Fully committed to authenticity as well as parody, Chordas regularly collaborates with cutting edge composers and technologists to tell vital stories and play musical games.
Frequent Collaborators
We sing together, perform each other's compositions, and have made several digital instruments derived from samples of Chordas Collective's vocalists. We are currently working on a sound dumpling lullaby.
Nathan is also the inventor of the Scale Navigator, and incredible piece of music software.
Yaya Vasquez-Lopez/The Makeup Mariachi
Yaya and I sing together, play string instruments together, and make queer art together. We are currently working on a collection of pieces surrounding queerness and community.
In addition to being an incredible composer and musical performer, Yaya is also a drag performer, teaching artist, and model.
Eris and I perform together and move together. I commissioned eir composition walking/I'm Sorry, Mom for the CalArts Contemporary Vocal Ensemble, and ey is currently working on a commission for Chordas.
Ey is also known for eir regular blogging on complex issues at the intersection of gender and music as well as being an educator in this area.