NASD 118 NW Coast Indian Song & Dance

Designed to provide a means by which Indian people may enter or reenter the Indian culture of the Pacific Northwest through traditional Northwest Coast song and dance. In addition, this class is designed to provide another look at the environment through out ancestor's eyes through these ancient songs of celebration. (HP)

Credits

3

Outcomes

1. Recite various Northwest Coast Native songs with the correct pronunciation.
2. Perform various Northwest Coast Native dances.
3. Show rhythmic understanding when drumming or rattling.
4. Identify where the songs come from and what they are about.
5. Explain when the songs are used according to ceremony, protocol, etc.
6. Express how the songs relate to how our ancestors saw the environment.