Brandon Chamber Players

presents

Horse Creek Drum Group

showcasing Kahomni and powwow songs and dance

This concert is a shared presentation with Brandon University School of Music, and we are incredibly grateful to welcome Horse Creek. The Indigenous drum group will graciously share their ancestral songs, dances, and traditions with us. Established in 2012, the Horse Creek drummers have cultivated a deep connection to their heritage, using their drums crafted from local animal hides and embracing the diverse influences of their Dakota, Ojibway, and Cree backgrounds. These singers are renowned for their talent, having hosted drum duties across the continent and winning singing competitions at powwows and social gatherings. Many of the songs they perform convey stories or reflect individuals’ life experiences, connecting them to their heritage and other drum groups. They remain committed to passing on their knowledge and songs to younger generations, often teaching groups of 10 to 20 boys at a time. The feedback received has been remarkable, not only from their home communities but also from neighboring indigenous communities, akin to brother-sister nations spread across the land.

For more information, including ticket purchase, please visit the Brandon Chamber Players at: https://brandonchamberplayers.ca/concerts