A joint commission between musica intima, University of Manitoba, Western University, and Shallaway, this hauntingly beautiful SSSAAA work is described by Balfour as a 'sound prayer'. Premiered by musica intima and Western University in March 2023, the work has premiered across the country in Winnipeg (2023) and St. John's (2024).

Balfour writes: Awasis is "dedicated to the memory of the little ones that were taken away from their family, community, and blood, never to return. It's in memory of them being free in the spirit world, being loved, and being protected by our ancestors. Our love will always be with them."