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The
Blue Feather Music Festival was a new experience for the Society.
The event was held over two evenings and required a lot of
work for the organizers and volunteers. The musicians, the artists
and the people who created the atmosphere worked hard preparing for
the event. A prayer
song to give thanks was sung by Lacy Scarff to open and close each
evening. Everyone who attended was treated to an outstanding
performance! For some of the musicians and artists the event
provided a forum to display their talents to an audience that had
not heard their music or seen their art. The event offered an array
of music from folk country, good old rock and roll, the blues and a
taste of new age music. Much of the songs were original music that
touched your heartstrings, soothed your mind, gave your inspiration
and made you want to dance! There was an array of artwork from
photography, prints, a handmade hunting knife, hand made silver
bracelets, a junior guitar, a native hand drum, a unique photograph
of a white raven and an original piece by Sarah Mc Laughlin.
The silent art auction seen some enthusiastic bidding and
raised a substantial amount of money. The feast offered a variety of
choices from buffalo and moose stew, fresh salmon, bannock,
wholesome organic breads, tarts with berries from the land and
spring water, organic coffee and teas to quench your thirst. The
feast only served to entice you more by the layout of the tables.
They were decorated with burnt wood candleholders and autumn colored
foliage from the forest.
The
theme of the event was about “Honoring the Gift” of music and art within our
lives and the important role it plays in all cultures of the world. The MC’s
kept the audience entertained with their humorous nature and heart felt message
to inspire and support our youth to discover their gifts. The lighting show was
a fabulous display of rainbow colors interwoven to create the effect of the
northern lights. Blue eagle feathers hung from the mics on the stage to help
send thoughts and prayers to the Creator and to give strength.
The
Blue Feather Music Festival was a complete success due to the generous support
of the community, the technicians, the sponsors, the volunteers, the organizers
and the youth. The youth that participated were included in all parts of the
production of the event. They were provided with an opportunity to learn new
skills in lighting, stage management, production, artwork, hosting and serving
the public. The people who attended were totally impressed by the quality of the
whole show from the music, the art, the feast, the decorating and the positive
energy the event created.
Review
Written By: Viola Papequash |
