This 5-movement work pays tribute to one of the great heroes of the emncipation era. Ron Kean brings authentic expression to the spirituals that served mulitiple functions for the African Americans in that time. The African heritage sings true in the renderings he offers, and the journey of those who sacrificed becomes a story we can relive and honor. A simple percussive accompaniment provides the foundation for a truly artistic expression. One of the first works in Pavanes Artisan series, this is a work that moves an audience to tears. Medium to difficult.