36 Traditional Native American Songs for Recorder: Play by Letter (Easy Recorder Songs: Quick Start)

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Flutes are a part of the Native American tradition.
Original instruments have from zero to 7 finger holes, and each flute master designs their own instrument in order to find their own unique sound.
Flutes, along with percussion instruments, were used for ceremonial and healing purposes.
These songs were adapted here for Recorder musical instrument.

The most difficult thing about playing Native American songs is their irregular rhythms. It might change several times during a song because rhythm is generally more important than melody.Songs for American tribes are traditionally a method of communicating with their ancestors and supernatural powers. Music is used to help grow a harvest, bring rain, bring victory in battle or cure the sick.
Music is seldom performed for its own sake and as a rule, the tribes tried to repeat sounds which were heard in nature (whispering winds, rain sounds, etc). That is why the rhythm prevailed and words were not so important. Some songs such as ceremonial or medicinal ones often were inspired by dreams. Here you can find traditional songs, handed down from generation to generation

We write the note numbers above the notes because our sheet music is aimed at absolute beginners.Just follow numbers and enjoy.
Also, we add a QR code to each song. Follow the link and find this song on YouTube, so that you can listen to the rhythm before beginning to play.

For which recorders are these songs suitable?

These traditional American folk songs can possibly be played on a Soprano recorder, and several songs can be played on an Alto model.

Table of Contents
1. Ani Couni. Arapaho Song. (Version 1)
2. Ani Couni. Arapaho Song. (Version 2)
3. Ani Couni. Arapaho Song. (Version 3)
4. Bebi Notsa. Creek folk song
5. Buffalo Dance. Kiowa folk song
6. Chippewa Lullaby. Chippewa folk song
7. Corn Grinding Song. Zuni folk song
8. Creek Duck Dance. Creek folk song. (Version 1)
9. Creek Duck Dance. Creek folk song. (Version 2)
10. Dust of the Red Wagon. Ute folk song
11. Eagle Dance Song. Algonquin folk song
12. Epanay. Sioux folk song
13. Inuit Ice Cream. Inuit folk song
14. Happy Song. Navajo folk song
15. Hiya Hiya. Pawnee folk song
16. Ho Ho Watanay. Iroquois Lullaby. (2 versions)
17. Hosisipa. Sioux folk song
18. Hwi Ne Ya He. Presumably an Apache song
19. Happiness Song. Navajo folk song
20. Inuit lullaby. Inuit folk song
21. Kayowajineh. Seneca Canoe song
22. Medicine Song. Apache Song
23. Moccasin Game Song. Navajo folk song
24. Mos Mos. Hopi folk song
25. Muje Mukesin. Ojibwe traditional song
26. My Paddle. Folk song
27. Nessa, Nessa. Ojibwe Lullaby
28. O Hal’lwe. Nanticoke folk song
29. Okki Tokki Unga. Eskimo fishing song
30. Pleasure Dance. Choctaw folk song
31. Sioux Lullaby. Sioux folk song
32. Song of the Deer Dancing. Chippewa folk song
33. Song to the Sun. Zuni folk song
34. Uhe’ Ba Sho. Omaha folk song
35. Wanagi Wacipi Olowan. Dakota folk song
36. Wioste Olowan. Dakota folk song
37. We n’ De Ya Ho. Cherokee Morning song
38. Ya Ya We. Wichita song
39. Zuni Sunset Song. Zuni folk song

From the Publisher

The songs featured in this book have been adapted specifically for the Recorder instrument

One of the biggest challenges in playing Native American songs is the unpredictable rhythms. These rhythms often change multiple times within a single song, as rhythm holds greater importance than melody in Native American musical traditions. The songs of various American tribes serve as a means of communicating with ancestral spirits and supernatural forces. Through music, they aim to bring forth a bountiful harvest, summon rain, secure victory in battle, and heal the sick.

Flutes hold a significant place in Native American cultural heritage

Traditional Native American flutes can have anywhere from zero to seven finger holes, and each flute master creates their own instrument to discover their personal, distinct sound. Flutes, in conjunction with percussion instruments, were utilized in both ceremonial and healing rituals.

Listen and Play with Confidence

For your convenience, a QR code has been added to each song in this book. Simply scan the code with your device to access the corresponding song on YouTube, allowing you to listen to the rhythm and familiarize yourself with it before you start playing.

Fingering for the Recorder

In Native American musical tradition, music is typically not performed purely for aesthetic purposes. Instead, the tribes sought to recreate sounds from nature, such as whispers of wind and the pattern of rain. This emphasis on rhythm over lyrics is why rhythm is of utmost importance in Native American music.

Explore the rich cultural heritage and musical traditions of Native American communities through these captivating melodies

Songs of Dream Inspiration

Many traditional Native American songs, such as those used in ceremonies or for medicinal purposes, were often inspired by dreams. In this book, you will find a collection of these timeless melodies passed down from generation to generation. Experience the essence of Native American cultural heritage through these captivating songs.

Suitable Recorders for These Songs

These traditional Native American folk songs can be played on a Soprano recorder and some can also be played on an Alto recorder. This book offers a diverse selection of music that is suitable for players of varying skill levels and recorder types.

Play by Numbers

This book is perfect for absolute beginners. We have included the note numbers above each note to make it easier to follow along. Simply follow the numbers and enjoy the music!

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09251Y5QX
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published
Publication date ‏ : ‎ 10 April 2021
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 46 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8735897323
Item weight ‏ : ‎ 118 g
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 17.78 x 0.28 x 25.4 cm
Book 1 of 5 ‏ : ‎ Easy Recorder Songs: Quick Start
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