Peace Dancer

Peace Dancer is inspired by the First Nations text of the same name by Roy Henry Vickers (Squamish Nation). Whilst this text afforded many music making opportunities, the composer chose to focus on one moment... “We have really lost our way, we have not taught out children love and respect.” This is achieved by dividing this short piece into ‘moments’: meditation – awakening – realization – humility. Featuring solos for soprano saxophone, flute and horn, this floating work is the perfect "sorbet" amongst heavier works.