t phrase is presented and repeated; there follows a descending line of three to four phrases, the long second section is repeated so that the total may have the following scheme: A A BCD BCD” (257). Eastern areas have a wider selection of forms which include many short phrases, a more soothing sound, and some forms of call and response patterns. In the southwestern United States there is also the style of the Navajo and the Apache. It includes a larger vocal range with a more unpleasant voice. The style of the Pueblos is very similar to that of the Navajo and the Plains people.Native American people have a different idea than most about music. Complex organization is probably the least important aspect to them. Also, since oral tradition is incorporated in the music, it is possible it hindered some of the complexity. Music is measured instead by its potential to integrate things like ceremonies or other social events. Composition and creativity are also very different from that of European or Asian cultures. It is thought by many that songs are brought forth through dreams. In order for them to be discovered they must first be unraveled. In their culture the music is sort of a mirror image to the culture. For example, in some tribes there are certain songs to accompany specific activities. Also in many cultures distinctness of levels in society are shown by divisions in style and other aspects.Since Native American music is mostly vocal, almost all other instruments are percussion oriented and their job is to provide a sort of background music for the singing. There are also several types of rattles. There are both large and small drums with single or double skins. Rattles can be made of gourds, skins, hide pieces, and deer hooves. The instruments are also uniquely decorated with skins, paint, carvings, and beads. Among the music which produces a lot of tones, the most common is the flute, of which there are sev...
