First Nations People:
Their Musical Instruments and Instrumental Music
By John Sarantos

Activities

• Present and discuss Who are the First Nations or American Indians?
• Begin by listening to native flute music. Then present First Nations Musical Instruments and Instrumental Music. Listen to and discuss traditional Native American vocal music with instrumental accompaniment.
• Listen to and discuss "cross-over" music blending traditional native with contemporary and historic American musical styles.
• See the Recordings and Texts resource pages for materials and more readings.