The descending melodic phrases in the Eagle Dance
a. are heard only in the free rhythm introduction.
b. represent the ceremonial touching of the feathers to the ground.
c. are typical of North American Indian chant melodies.
d. use word-painting to convey the meaning of the vocables.
C
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