Native Voices

For my first entry I have decided to blog about the Words & Place website. In our readings and supplemental resources we know that the history and culture of the Native Americans has been passed down through the generations orally through story and song as well as dance. This site is dedicated to the sharing and preservation of the oral history of many groups through video documentation. Throughout the videos you will find that the Native American storytellers and singers are comfortable in their own environment and desire to share the unique histories that are within their Tribes. The Hopi Coyote Stories and Hopi Songs with Helen Sekaquaptewa was the video that stuck with me the most. The joy and delight in which she sang and communicated along with the body language illuminated her desire to share. I believe the common thread between these videos is the desire to be understood and dispel incorrect propagation and message.



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  1. UnknownOctober 3, 2018 at 5:33 PM

    The dances, songs, and the drum beats (I love percussion and strings) are transcendental. At least for me, when I have attended pow wows or have watched YouTube videos of the women's fancy shawl , men's fancy , crown , father and son, jingle dress , tiny tots, and war dancers I become mesmerized not only with the music but with the tireless energy that each dancer has displayed. I love to dancing, music, and singing so I reach in and become Native American in my heart. I also find the songs very soothing and relaxing.

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  2. UnknownOctober 3, 2018 at 5:34 PM

    Oops, I meant to write I love to dance.

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