voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1406 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano, flute, powow drum
INSTRUMENT PART: Flute part FREE Download

Tunkashila, which means "grandfather" in Lakota, is the epic tale of Native America as told through Indian eyes. The American Indian chant is given authentic attention in this vibrant arrangement. A flute and drum join in to add interest to the composition, while a piano anchors and enhances it.

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Spirit Calling Song
Tunkashila wamayank uye,
Ikce wicasa ta Canupa wan yuha hoye wayelo,
Mitakuye ob wani ktelo heyaya hoye wayelo.

Translation
Grandfather come see me, (three times)
I send a voice with the people’s pipe, so I may live with my relatives.

traditional Indian chant

South Dakota All-State Honor Choir - Randolph Stenson, conductor [© all rights reserved]

 

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