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About this piece
Ohònte Wenserá:kon is a meditative work inspired by the teachings of elder Tawènte’se (Ray John) and the sacred qualities of sweet grass in Kaniènkéha (Mohawk) tradition. Composed almost entirely of natural harmonics, the piece honors the strength, grace, and beauty of both sweet grass and cellist Wilhelmina Smith. Please visit the composer's website for a complete description: dawnavery.com
Technical overview
Harmonics on all 4 strings, challenging false harmonic passages, double stop harmonics, false harmonic glissandi. Please visit the composer's website for a preview of the score: dawnavery.com