Hello All,

I am very new to classical music (see my introduction post). I have learned that there are and have been several Native composers one of which is Louis W Ballard.
I also understand that he composed a piece of music (concerto) for Native flute and orchestra. The piece is called Why the duck has a short tail. Has anyone heard it? Can you suggest where I might find it? Thanks for any help.

I wish you Peace
Hawk

I have searched the internet for either an audio sample or location where I might find this music. No luck yet Any suggestions? Thanks...

Peace
Hawk

Hi Hawk,

I too am coming up empty handed in this search. Found one link but it turned out to be a dead url. Checked Rhapsody, wasn't there either. I'll keep looking, though.

Kh

Hi Kh,

I appreciate your effort!! Have you heard of the composer Louis W Ballard? I found some info about him on a couple websites; FNCI (First Nations Composers Initiative) and Sequenza (don't remember the rest of the name)
Does the library of congress have classical music?

Peace
Hawk