Drumming Works

Musical scores to two drumming works by avant-garde composer Dawn K. Williams. Nunya (for two African drums) is based on African drumming rhythms, and the performers shout the words of an Akan proverb. Kamu Balni (for singer and any type of ethnic drum) features traditional West African rhythms and extended vocal techniques. Includes program notes, text translations, and performer instructions. Difficulty level for both pieces: Hard (professional). Nunya duration: 7 minutes; Kamu Balni duration: 10 minutes. - COMPOSER AUTHORIZED SCORES -