- Paperback: 200 pages
- Publisher: University of Illinois Press (April 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0252071867
- ISBN-13: 978-0252071867
- Product Dimensions: 2.4 x 1.4 x 0.1 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,717,841 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"The most comprehensive and detailed source available on the pow-wow, including an excellent compiliation of information on its origins as well as its various styles of music and dance."
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The inter tribal pow-wow is the most widespread venue for traditional Indian music and dance in North America. Now in paperback, Tara Browner's "Heartbeat of the People" is an insider's journey into the dances and music, the traditions and regalia, and the functions and significance of these vital cultural events.
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Just what is a pow-wow? When teaching courses on Native American music, I always start the unit on intertribal pow-wows by having the students memorize the following phrase: "A pow-wow is an event where American Indians of all nations come together to celebrate their culture through the medium of music and dance." Read the first page
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Just what is a pow-wow? When teaching courses on Native American music, I always start the unit on intertribal pow-wows by having the students memorize the following phrase: "A pow-wow is an event where American Indians of all nations come together to celebrate their culture through the medium of music and dance." Read the first page
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heartbeat of the people: music and dance of the northern pow-wow
31 Aug 2011
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It was hard for me to follow. I am not a native american, Maybe if I was it would have been easier.
Heartbeat of the People
6 Mar 2011
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Love this book. Book arrived in great condition just as described. Quick delivery. Very informative and have been using it in my Native American Fellowship Traditions Class.
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