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Boye Ladd: A Visit from a Friend

Articles » General
Windspeaker, vol. 21, no. 11, February 2004, p. 21

Powwow dancer, Boye Ladd, relates traditional teachings on various topics relating to First Nations culture, including information about the sacred drum, respect for other people and groups, and the right to wear an eagle feather.

Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.29.

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Drum-Assisted Recovery Therapy For Native Americans (DARTNA): Results From a Pretest and Focus Groups

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Daniel L. Dickerson
Kamilla L. Venner
Bonnie Duran
Jeffrey J. Annon
Benjamin Hale
George Funmaker
American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Research, vol. 21, no. 1, 2014, pp. 35-58
Study provides results that suggest DARTNA would be useful for all American Indian/Alaska Natives with substance use disorders and the results can be used to finalize a treatment manual.
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The Ethical Space of Engagement Between Indigenous Women and Girls of a Drum Circle and White, Settler Men of a Police Chorus: Implications for Policing Ideology, Policies, and Practices

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Kelly Laurila
Journal of Leadership, Accountability and Ethics, vol. 17, no. 4, Lighthouse Point, 2020, pp. 51-71
Reflects on a five year project to connect Indigenous females with white policemen through participation in a drum circle. The drum circle allowed dialogue between the two groups in hopes of creating understanding, healing and trust.
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From Stilettos to Moccasins

Media » Film and Video
Author/Creator
Violet Naytowhow
CIHR Project Research
Presents a music video that was developed from the findings of a CIHR Project that examined the role of identity and stigma in Aboriginal women's healing from illicit drug abuse in Canada.
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A Gift From the Little People

Alternate Title
A Gift From the Little People [Hand Games at Native Festivals]
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Pamela Sexsmith
Windspeaker, vol. 18, no. 7, November 2000, p. 13

Billy Wapass Jr. presents his family's version of the ancient legend that depicts the origin of the Hand Games.

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Medicine Songs of George Farmer

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Albert B. Reagan
American Anthropologist, vol. 24, no. 3, New Series, July-September 1922, pp. 332-369
Original Chippewa and English translations.
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Music Therapy to Manage Asthma

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Robert Eley
Don Gorman
Aboriginal & Islander Health Worker Journal, vol. 32, no. 1, January/February 2008, pp. 9-10
Studies whether teaching didgeridoo playing and singing relieves asthma symptoms.
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Native Drums Website Teacher Resource Kit "The Spirit of the Drum"

Alternate Title
Lesson 1: The Significanace of the Drum
Lesson 2: Interview with MorningStar River Singers
Lesson 3: Indigenous Music and Physics
Lesson 4: Connecting through Music
Lesson 5: Oral Traditions
Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Native Drums

Other Modules: Lesson 2:  Interview with MorningStar River Singers; Lesson 3: Indigenous Music and Physics; Lesson 4: Connecting through Music; Lesson 5:  

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Resiliant Singer was Passionate About Healing

Alternate Title
Resilent Singer was Passionate About Healing
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Dianne Meili
Windspeaker, vol. 30, no. 12, March 2013, p. 30

Looks at a performer who used music and song to help overcome abuse, violence and trauma faced during her life.

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Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Further Comments by John Stiffarm

Documents & Presentations
The file contains further comments by Moderator for the day John Stiffarm. Stiffarm recounts some of his personal experiences and the struggles he faced as a youth with racism, discrimination, alcohol, and drug abuse. Stiffarm discusses how he found meaning through traditional culture and spirituality, particularly through drumming, and its importance in healing people and communities.
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Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples: Presentation by Floyd Favel, Artistic Director, Native Earth of the Performing Arts, Toronto, Ontario

Documents & Presentations
This file consists of a presentation by Floyd Favel, Artistic Director of the only professional Aboriginal theatre company in Toronto. Favel states that culture is the cornerstone of all civilizations, and having people understand the importance of culture "is an uphill battle." Favel believes that if "you concentrate on culture it alleviates many, many other problematic areas because...you are dealing directly with a person's feelings, ideas and memories. He appeals to the Commissioners for any funding from government sources to help the Theatre continue.
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Searching for the Authentic: The True North and The True Composer

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Alfred J. Fisher
The Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 8, no. 2, 1988, pp. 165-171
Examines the process of self-discovery through music and reflects on ways in which composers are able to come to truly know themselves.
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The Spirit of the Drum

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Pamela Sexsmith
Windspeaker, vol. 21, no. 3, June 2003, p. 29

Drummer, Gerald Okanee, teaches traditional knowledge about the drum. He discusses the drum's use in prayer and healing, to lift spirits of individuals, and bring listeners closer to the Creators, spirits and God.

Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.57.

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Sundance is the Ceremony of Ceremonies

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Jennifer Ashawasegai
Windspeaker, vol. 30, no. 6, September 2012, p. 18

Looks at the Sundance ceremony and the various protocols followed depending on the location of the ceremony.

Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.34.

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