The month of November is Native American Heritage Month. It’s a special time to celebrate the rich and diverse cultures, histories and contributions of Native people, and we’re doing that on the podcast today.
In this episode, we’ll be learning a little bit more about the role of music in modern Native American powwows. You’ll learn…
- Differences between the Northern style and Southern style of powwow music
- What an honor beat is
- The role of the Master of Ceremonies
Links Mentioned in this Episode
Episode 6: Instruments in Native American Music
Musical Samples You’ll Hear in this Episode:
One of the Smoothest Songs Around
Music Listening Schedule for Episode 33
I’ve created a YouTube playlist for you with eight performances of Native American powwow music — including a Grand Entry and a Flag Song! Check it out here.
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