The muted plucks of a guitar and subtle marching beat of a drum are joined by the ominous growl of a cello, grasping flutter of a flute, call of distant voices, and the sorrowful hum of a violin and hurdy-gurdy. The melody is subdued before breaking into a faster, dance-like tempo. The mood is dark, mysterious, and mournful but with a sense of celebration, suggesting an ancient people who hold the weight and mysteries of eternity.