Steel Driving Man
John Henry from The American Legend Series
Steve Dunn
Despite being considered folklore, the legend of John Henry may be based on a true story of a powerful steel-driving man who was part of a railroad tunneling crew after the Civil War. The music depicts the intensity and exertion of the …
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Despite being considered folklore, the legend of John Henry may be based on a true story of a powerful steel-driving man who was part of a railroad tunneling crew after the Civil War. The music depicts the intensity and exertion of the legendary contest between John Henry and a new steam-powered machine, which he ultimately won at the cost of his life. A three-note motif represents Henry as the music moves through dramatic character and tempo changes, including a moment for the entire band to sing!