1. (Potawatomi Prayer) Randy Bazhaw and Matthew Clift
Bodewadmi Madmowen
(Potawatomi Prayer)
Randy Bazhaw and Matthew Clift

2. The Beginnings
Bodewadmi Madmowen is a ceremonial song with Potawatomi lyrics.
Why?
Squirrel Creek Drum Group
Musical background
Lasting legacy

3. Traditions
The Grandfather
Teaching
Structure

4. Executing
Translating
Drum circles

5. Bodewadmi Madmowen: Ndowabdamen ode Mbwakawen We search for wisdom
Nmawjeshnomen Bodéwadmik We gather as Potawatomi
Nbyamen ode ode shkode We come to the fire
Mine bsedoyak o mamogosnan And we listen to the Creator
Repeat 4x

6. Final Takeaway
Cultural enrichment
Lasting legacy

7. Special Thanks Justin Neely Daniel LeClaire Coby Lehman
Squirrel Creek Drummers
Tesia Zientek
Isaac Morris

8. Questions?