Ben Christmas: Chants and customs

Chants in Mi'kmaq, including: The Feast Chant - Wi'kupaltimkewey, The Hunting Song, The Marriage Song, Mi'kmaq Tlqamiksutimuowek Me' Mu Aklasie'w Pekisinukek, along with a commentary on customs of the Mi'kmaq before European contact.  Includes some of Francis's thoughts on difficulties of translating the chant into English.

Article is based on an interview with Bernie Francis.

Document Date
1980
Added to Archives 2013
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