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Iskwew (is-kway-yo) is Sandy Scofield (Metis), Brenda Hanson (Klahoose, Coast Salish) and Kym Gouchie (Carrier, Cree, Shuswap). Glida Morgan (Sliammon) joins us on stage from time to time. Together, we perform and create songs in the plains, west coast and northern interior traditions. We have performed at the First Annual Gathering of Indigenous Peoples of the Americas in Sonora, Mexico in October 2007), Third International Chihuahua Festival in the cities of Chihuahua and Paquime, Mexico (August 2007), the First Peoples' International Festival in Pau, France (June 2006), and innumerable Canadian Festivals and Cultural Events. Individually, we each come from long lines of musicians and are seasoned performers in our own right. Iskwew is currently in the studio recording our debut CD with an anticipated release in Spring 2008 on Arbor Records.
Once drove an old sedan, up north, From a place in Sydney to Cairns; Then to Kuranda I went forth, By train, to look without set plans.
I browsed through the trendy market, With fresh fruits of tropical kind; Walked to the creek through lush thicket - Nature’s hand giving peace of mind.
I dined in a scenic cafe; Then, outside, as I wrote for yen, Some passing Kooris called-out: “Hey, You go walkabout with your pen.”
Request or question, I don’t know - Assured voices, elderly men. That’s now several years ago, And I’ve seen the world - with my pen.
Thank you for adding our duo. I appreciate and agree with the great respect evident in your voices for your songs. Vonnie from 2 Bits (hammered dulcimer and piano)...
Hello Iskwew, what a joyful discovery it was to find you on myspace. Your harmonize and radiate with all of nature's spirits. Such a wonderful, peaceful sound. Such lovely voices. Please feel free to post an ad when your album is ready. I encourage you to look in to submitting your upcoming album to the Indian Summer Music Awards and the Nammy awards for next year. Be well and have a peaceful journey through life, John
Merci, mesdames pour cette acceptation en amitié. Bravo pour votre musique pleine de charme et d'authenticité. Je pose ces quelques mots de français en forme d'exotisme linguistique. Beline
SWEET! Much Respect from Vancouver BC! Check MOI out Mondays on ThinkNDN 102.7fm @ 8-9pm Listen ONLINE at www. coopradio. org WEBSITE: www. thinkndn. ca
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Hi there over the big pond ! Thank you for the add and for the wonderful music.May you be blessed by our Mother, Earth . May our father, Sun always shine on your paths ! Jan.(Crow Eyes)
We have just recently found your page and have fallen in love with your music. Thank you for sharing it and for adding us as a friend! Blessings to you.
Gdinimikoon (I greet you in a good way) ... Groovin' on yer page, ladies! And, btw, I'm a huge fan of Sandy's, have played her music on the show many times. Let me know when Iskwew has a CD ready for some XM airtime! Thanks for the connect! *handshake* Much Respect, Arlie
