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Track Listings
| 1. Intro And Prelude (How The West Was Lost) |
| 2. Tor-Cheney-Nahana (Winter Ceremony) |
| 3. Ly-O-Lay Ale Loya (The Counterclockwise Circle Dance) |
| 4. Ya-Na-Hana (Celebrate Wild Rice) |
| 5. Dawa (The Cradlesong) |
| 6. Gitchi-Manidoo (Advice For The Young) |
| 7. Yeha-Noha (Wishes Of Happiness And Prosperity) |
| 8. Ta-Was-Ne (Elevation) |
| 9. Heya-Hee (Intertribal Song To Stop The Rain) |
| 10. Shamanic Chant No 5 (Heal The Soul) |
| 11. Yo-Hey-O-Hee (Brandishing The Tomahawk) |
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Amazon.co.uk Review
Sacred Spirit: Chants and Dances of the Native Americans is an 11-song journey bridging the gap between ancient and contemporary history, tradition and modern instrumentation. While it is impossible to fully realize such scope on a single disc, Sacred Spirit makes the choice to represent all indigenous Americans rather than become mired in the potentially divisive bog of politics and tribal allegiance. All but two melodies are entirely traditional, bringing together flute, drums, and vocals with a cello and keyboard wash. This marriage is most effective on the lovely bowing of "The Cradlesong", and the looping electro-acoustic beauty of "Wishes of Happiness & Prosperity". Elsewhere, synthetic elements are overwhelming, detracting from a song's essence, as with the spongy nervosity of "Elevation". An uneven offering, Sacred Spirit doesn't quite live up to its promise. --Paige La Grone
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
As someone who is proud to have Red blood (!) I find this actually not too bad. This is NOT Native American-recorded, however, "Brave" makes no secret of the fact he is Austrian, and the music is not offensive.
In fact, it is a slightly New Agey mix of Native chanting and singing, with flute, sampling of birds occasionally, all against a backing track which is thoughtfully and at times very skillfully put together.
Suitable for everything from headphones while you read, quiet music as you have a nap, calming music to relax boisterous small children, to background music for gift/book shops and Alternative Therapists.
However, volume 2 is better!
In fact, it is a slightly New Agey mix of Native chanting and singing, with flute, sampling of birds occasionally, all against a backing track which is thoughtfully and at times very skillfully put together.
Suitable for everything from headphones while you read, quiet music as you have a nap, calming music to relax boisterous small children, to background music for gift/book shops and Alternative Therapists.
However, volume 2 is better!
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The music is a magnificent combination of American Indian chanting and modern music which only serves to enhance and not change the music. The beat is brilliant and leaves you feeling uplifted, happy and relaxed all at once. This is something I have waited a looong time for without even realising it!
ENJOY!!!!!
ENJOY!!!!!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I enjoy this CD, it is relaxing to listen to. However, I had the impression from the name and picture of the CD that it would be different from what it was. If you are looking for deep drumming or anything shamanic or trance-like then this is not the CD you are looking for. If you are looking for relaxing, easy-listening, almost pop music you might like to purchase this CD.
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Sacred Spirit Vol 1
Have now received both copies and very happy with them. The second one arrived yesterday 14/5/12. Great communication and well packaged.
Published 14 days ago by Annie
Another excellent item!
For someone who has Cherokee blood in their veins like I have, this is a must-have item!!The music is a true sound of the Indian people-their music has remained unchanged through... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mr. M. K. Johnson
Great !!
I love this!! I don't care whether it's truly authentic or not. It evokes images of a time when mankind was closer to the natural world than we are right now. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Shell Seeker
Spiritual Serenity
This I bought in the days of Cassettes and it was THE album that got me to sleep most nights.
It's is true Spiritual Album and if you have trouble sleeping or relaxing put... Read more
It's is true Spiritual Album and if you have trouble sleeping or relaxing put... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Cardigan Lady
Wonderful
This is a wonderful CD. A friend had recorded this on tape for me, many years ago, so I was delighted
when I saw the CD on amazon. One very happy customer.
when I saw the CD on amazon. One very happy customer.
Published 4 months ago by Lizzy G
Apropriation or love?
This is a wonderful journey in music. I thought at first that it was only American Indian music, and so I was much surprised in suddenly recognizing Sami jojk. Read more
Published 6 months ago by M. Rosenfågel
Unauthentic & Overproduced
I bought this in the hope of hearing authentic Chants & Dances of the Native Americans. It's overpruduced relaxation therapy music at best... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Frank Motherwell
Sacred Spirit
I am a primary school teacher,and this term have been looking at the classic novel The Indian in the Cupboard. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Martin Hilton
sacred spirit native americans cd
sutch haunting and spiritual music
takes you on a mystical journey to escape leaves you feeling as though you are in a trance a wonderfull feeling of being in another realm... Read more
takes you on a mystical journey to escape leaves you feeling as though you are in a trance a wonderfull feeling of being in another realm... Read more
Published 18 months ago by erzla mystic
Absolutely my favourite
This CD evokes a feeling of age old healing, almost hypnotic state, I love to play it while giving head and facial reflexology treatments, part of a North American tradition, so... Read more
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