Commissioned By Northeastern State University in Oklahoma; Under the Direction of Dr. Joseph Bello For President Hanley's Investiture, March 1st, 2024. A gift from the NSU Foundation Grade 4 - Duration 6' Sample Score : Click Here Program Notes : The trail of tears marked a dark period of time in American history spanning from 1831 - 1850. Thousands of civilized Native tribes people were forced out of their homes by certain players in the US government, and left with all they can carry. They were marched westward of the United States, and many, .. died along the way. This piece aims to commemorate the tragedy of this event in history. To also highlight the complexity of human condition; angst, anger, sadness, and even the memory of peace and love for one another.
