Discuss the use of Euro-American musical elements and traditional Native-American elements in “Proud Earth,” narrated by the late Chief Dan George

What will be an ideal response?

• Native-American elements: steady, repetitive drumbeat and vocables; text emphasizes harmony with nature/Mother Earth, an important Native-American value
• Euro-American elements such as string orchestra, harmonies, interpretive dynamics, and English text
• The use of the voice of the famous late Native American and film star, Chief Dan George, adds to the richness of the production.