Drums of the Saamis by Samuel R. Hazo

To purchase print edition or for more info: http://goo.gl/pFc2j3 To purchase, download and print instantly: http://bit.ly/2RHJgys MusicWorks - Grade 3.5 Drums of the Saamis was commissioned by the Medicine Hat Concert Band Society of Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada. The piece chronicles the merger of the First Nation (first natives) and modern Albertan cultures. The opening tribal drums followed by the haunting melody simulating the traditional wooden flute comprise two themes that are the foundation for the entire piece. Both elements are developed, varied and enhanced throughout as the listener senses the increasing influence of modern day Alberta through the use of modern sounding chords and rhythms. By the end, the marriage of the old and the new is complete. This powerful work closes as it began; a restatement of themes representing the musical and historical foundation of the region. HL04003770 HL04003771