Powwow and round dance artist Marlon Deschamps reflects on his roots in the Cree Nation of Maskwacis, Alberta, a community renowned for its drumming traditions; his work with the Grammy-nominated drum group Northern Cree, and his upcoming solo album, recorded at the National Music Centre through the OHSOTO’KINO Recording Bursary.
The conversation offers a heartfelt look at how culture, family, and community pride continue to guide his artistry. Filmed in conversation with David McLeod, Chair of NMC’s National Indigenous Programming Advisory Committee.
With support from TD, National Music Centre (NMC) is creating more opportunities for Indigenous artists through the OHSOTO’KINO initiative. OHSOTO’KINO is an Indigenous programming initiative focusing on three elements: creation of new music in NMC’s recording studios, artist development through a music incubator program, and exhibitions via the annually updated Speak Up! gallery.
Learn more: studiobell.ca/ohsotokino
The National Music Centre’s OHSOTO’KINO program is made possible with support from TD.
