Sacred Ground

Track Listings

1. Moccasin Creek

2. Eagle Mound

3. Medicine Walk

4. Mama's Green Corn

5. Cherokee Heart

6. Tribal Revival

7. Wolf Song

8. Spirit Lodge

9. Geese Fly North

10. Goodhearts Honor Song

11. Iron Horse

Editorial Reviews
Dan Liss - Editor of Aqaurius Magazine
"Sacred Ground by Spirit Keepers is a trance journey into contemporary Native American music utilizing traditional native instruments from around the world which expand what listeners think they know about Native sounds. The drums, didgeridoo, rattles, acoustic guitar, voices and flutes blend in seamlessly smooth textures that transport the listener to places they have visited only in dreams. Tom Goodman, Danny Bigay and guest vocalist Linda Holtz have created an entity whose essence can appeal to fans of Native music, yet whose inventitiveness can reach new listeners. These recordings are listening experiences in which the spirit comes forward, its presence felt by all who enter into that realm through the portal of music."

Product Description
An enchanting Native American journey of traditional and contemporarysounds and music performed by Tom "One-Who-Walks-In-The-Dreams-Of-Others" Goodman and Danny "The Wolf's Wind" Bigay. Collectively called "Spirit Keepers", Tom and Danny play native percussion instruments as well as hand made flutes and didgeridoos blending natural ambient sounds from nature to achieve a truly moving musical experience.

Sacred Ground

Sacred Ground,Spirit Keepers,Paulstarr Enterprise,Jazz Music

Sacred Ground

Tracks:

Sacred Ground
Transitions
Pierce City
Banished
Believe In Love
Family Reunion
The Prophet Of Doom

Album Description

"Sacred Ground" is a fascinating and important new recording that grew from David Murray's involvement in the acclaimed documentary film, Banished, directed by Marco Williams. Although it's virtually unknown, more than a dozen counties in the U.S. violently expelled thousands of families between the Civil War and the Great Depression. The film - and this recording - explores not only these historical facts, but also the legacy of these events in the communities and for the descendants of the families.

After exploring the themes of the film he'd been asked to score, Murray was inspired - indeed compelled - to dig deeper, and to compose further music. David Murray enlisted poet Ishmael Reed, one of today's pre-eminent African- American literary figures. Reed wrote two poems, performed here by the great Cassandra Wilson.

David chose to record this using his Black Saint Quartet - sometimes called Power Quartet, on the group's first outing since the passing of the great John Hicks last year. Logically then, David enlisted pianist Lafayette Gilchrist, informally a Hicks student and admirer, and on drums the great Andrew Cyrille. Bassist Ray Drummond completes this first class group.

Tracks:

I Remember, I Believe
No More Auction Block
Would You Harbor Me
Prayer
Sing Oh Barren One
Mystic Oceans
Jordan River
Stay On The Battlefield
Can't Hide Sinner
Jesus Is All
Inner Voices
Prayer To The One
Balm In Gilead
We Are

Customer Reviews:

Soulful and engaging.......2007-02-18

I first encountered Sweet Honey and the Rock in 2003 at Michigan Wymns Music Festival. They were fantastic. Recently, one of my chorus mates suggested the track I Remeber, I Believe as something we should sing in our spring concert. Our director agreed and I couldn't be more trilled. I purchased two copies of the CD, one for myself and one for the daughter of a friend of mine. It is a permanent part of my car audio collection. Try Sweet Honey out and you'll fall in love with their five part harmonies, their personal touch, and the sweet voices of a wonderful, soulful group of wymn.

Holy Music.......2006-08-14

I bought this CD for one song, We Are, a powerful anthem that I had been taught by a dear friend. However, every song on this CD is powerful in its own right and has served and nurtured me over time. Sweet Honey is an amazing a cappella musical group that has evolved out of the African American political and historical experience. With Sacred Ground, Sweet Honey focuses on the spiritual dimensions of political and social challenges such as prejudice and poverty. The result for me, is always a sense of renewal and energy that feeds the soul, soothes the heart and harmonizes mind and body. Sacred Ground is an invaluable CD for any one who works with dispirited and often disembodied people. While most "new age" music, emphasizes a certain spaciousness, Sacred Ground which has its roots in traditional gospel and folk music argues in favor of groundedness as a source of heartful strength. Its just this side of divine.

Great Pick.......2005-02-25

This is really the best. Great sound and beat. Excelent recording sound and meaningful music.

Voices of real angels!.......2002-10-04

I got hooked on "Sweet Honey..." several years ago when I an interview on NPR. This CD really shows off their voices. It also shows how 'into' this genre they are! Highly recommend this CD. Heck, I highly recommend all their CDs!

An Amazing Work.......2000-09-26

I cannot express how grateful I am for this CD. It while I was listening to the amazing voices of these women that God helped me find my way out of a depression (I know it sounds corny, but it's true). While nothing compares to seeing this group perform live, all of their albums are incredible and a must to own. This one has a very spiritual focus, while others sometimes focus more on secular problems. No matter which album you choose, if you like music that is beautiful in every sense of the word, Sweet Honey in the Rock will not dissapoint you.

Average customer rating:

Great music
YOGA!!!
Authentic yes, good for yoga no
Music to the ears and the soul
On Sacred Ground

Yoga: On Sacred Ground
Chinmaya Dunster
Manufacturer: New Earth Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005NT43
Release Date: 2001-09-04

Tracks:

Natrani (Queen Of The Dance)
Gratitude
Breathing-Prana
On Sacred Ground
The Watcher
Ha-Tha (Sun Meets Moon)
Purnima Namashkar (Homage To The Full Moon)

Album Description

Dunster's plaintive violin, guitar, and flute bring to life music that ranges from relaxing to invigorating as successive tracks move through the chakras. Excellent not only for yoga practice, this is music anyone can enjoy.

Customer Reviews:

Great music.......2007-04-30

Soul awakening
vibrations galore
soul cleansing too
listen and be renewed.
Highly recommended.

YOGA!!!.......2005-07-07

I THINK THIS CD IS MOST SUITABLE FOR EVERYONE WHO JUST BEGIN TO LISTEN YOGA MUSIC. TYPICAL YOGA FEELING OF WHOLE ALBUM.

Authentic yes, good for yoga no.......2003-09-13

While this CD is enjoyable for the simple authentic flavor and richness of the individual tracks, I was unable to enjoy this with a yoga practice, and chose to change CD's in the middle of my class. There is no flow from one track to another, the tracks were arranged in a disjointed fashion where there would be a slow track then a fast track, then maybe another slow track again. Very difficult to build a rhythm or tempo for a class or private yoga setting.

Music to the ears and the soul.......2003-04-24

Wow! Classical Indian Music at its best. The music is soothing and lays a great background to practice Yoga or to just unwind. Divine in every way, I have never got bored of this CD as I use it again and again in my Yoga sessions.

'Natrani' was the best track for me as it reminds me most of Indian folk-fare whilst the OM Chants mix reverberating both in my soul and mind; 'On Sacred Ground' sets a slow and moving background for getting deeper into the practice. 'Purnima Namaskar' is melodious, gentle and soothing to the soul as you prepare to go into and come out of meditation. The laugh is a nice tinge welcoming you back to the present moment.

Great stuff!

On Sacred Ground.......2002-02-15

No better way to pass a stressful day
in the office than On Sacred Ground,
(except maybe Meeting by the River by
Ry Cooder, or the Darkest Midnight, by
Noirin Riain). On Sacred Ground soars.

Sacred Ground: A Tribute to Mother Earth

Average customer rating:

2006 Grammy Award winner
a must have music CD for lovers of native american music.
Wonderful Contemporary American Indian Music
pretty cheesy

Sacred Ground: A Tribute to Mother Earth
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Silver Wave
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000ARG2LO
Release Date: 2005-09-13

Tracks:

Sacred Ground - Bill Miller
Can You Hear the Call - Robert Mirabal
Mountain Song - Star Nayea and Primeaux & Mike
Spirit Wind - Bill MIller
Seeking Light - Joanne Shenandoah
Raven - Little Wolf Band
People of Yesterday - Robert Mirabal
Prayers in the Wind - Little Wolf Band
Let Us Dance - Primeaux & Mike and David Carson
Mother Earth - Walela and Joanne Shenanadoah

Album Description

SACRED GROUND A Tribute to Mother Earth

The coolest contemporary Native music to come out in years.

Producer Jim Wilson (Robbie Robertson, Walela, Little Wolf Band) has joined forces with the top stars of Native American music to create ALL NEW RECORDINGS of soul stirring songs that honor our Mother Earth. With traditional spirit and contemporary style these powerful voices call out for us to acknowledge and care for the Sacred Ground on which we live. Features Bill Miller, Joanne Shenandoah, Primeaux and Mike, Robert Mirabal, Star Nayea, Walela (with Rita Coolidge) and Little Wolf Band.

Customer Reviews:

2006 Grammy Award winner.......2007-03-23

This awesome CD showcases the best of 21st century American Indian music. A very deserving Grammy Award winner, and the title track by Bill Miller won "Song of the Year" at the Native American Music Awards. These songs are new recordings by top Native artists, not collected from previous releases. A one of a kind classic.

a must have music CD for lovers of native american music........2006-06-25

This is a must have music CD for lovers of native american music.

Wonderful Contemporary American Indian Music.......2006-02-23

This CD is a wonderful contemporary creation. Each track focuses the respecting the land that we live on. It a nice addition to anyone's American Indian music library that would like a diverse selection of various artists who all sound amazing on this CD. It's a piece of music that demonstrates the ranges of musical ability that American Indian artist have and the creativity that they utilize to produce new sounds.

pretty cheesy.......2006-02-10

These don't sound like any native american songs I know. Sounds like new agey, cheesy, and definitely not inspiring at all. Search elsewhere if looking for good indian songs. Can't believe it won a grammy! Sheesh!

Byrd: Consort and Keyboard Music; Songs and Anthems

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One of my favorites
One of the best of all recordings of William Byrd
Absolutely necessary for every fan of Classic music

Byrd: Consort and Keyboard Music; Songs and Anthems

Manufacturer: Naxos
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ASIN: B0000013UP
Release Date: 1994-10-04

Tracks:

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Susanna Fair
Rejoice Unto The Lord
John Come Kiss Me Now
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Pavan In A Minor
Qui passe: For My Lady Nevell
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In Nomine No. 5 A 5: In Nomine No. 5
Christ Rising Again

Customer Reviews:

One of my favorites.......2006-11-23

This CD has a mixture of pieces that would have been performed in a domestic setting, from secular/devotional songs to verse anthems, virginal music and viol consort. Many of the vocal pieces are found in Byrd's "Songs of Sundry Natures." I particularly enjoyed the verse anthems 'Have Mercy Upon Me, O God' and especially 'Christ Rising Again' which is probably the finest recording of that well-known anthem that I've ever heard. Red Byrd captures the domestic nature of these pieces, which is nothing like the typical ethereal cathedral boy soprano/Tallis Scholars type of performance that you would normally hear. They have a very earthy sound and the viol consort plays quite energetically. I also am a big fan of historical pronunciation which they use. And of course I can never get enough of Caroline Trevor's fantastic alto voice. As a result, I've bought every Red Byrd CD I can get my hands on. Do yourself a favor and pick up this bargain CD.

One of the best of all recordings of William Byrd.......2005-07-14

William Byrd is regarded by many as the greatest composer England has ever produced, as a kind of musical Shakespeare. He was certainly one of the greatest of the composers of the Seconda Prattica from around the period of the Reformation and Counter Reformation.

The collection of consort music here is simply superb. Pieces like 'John Kiss Me Now' remind us of the fact that variation form began in England around this time. All of the performances are as good as any I have yet to hear of Byrd's music and Naxos clearly scored something of a coup when managing to sign up this group for a recording like this. This would be equally highly recommendable for three times the price. Just look at the list of performers and you will even find Tesser Bonner of the Tallis Scholars listed here. Needless to say she sings beautifully too.

Perhaps my very favourite aspect of this recording is the fact that period pronounciation is used. While some may feel this to be pedantic, the rather quaint and rustic sounding Tudor English pronouciation in my mind only enhances the characterfulness of the pieces. I must say it puzzles me why even the likes of Emma Kirky insists on using modern English pronouciation when singing Byrd.

This is a hugely enjoyable CD and for the price it is a genuine steal that enhances the image of Naxos as a company dedicated to quality music making, that puts the giant multinational recording cooporations to utter shame. For that Naxos deserve our accolade and support.

Absolutely necessary for every fan of Classic music.......1999-02-19

Extremely fantasti

Average customer rating:

Sensual, surrender lover's song to the creator - Exceptional

Hidden Waters/Sacred Ground
Sophia
Manufacturer: Hidden Waters
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000IZ74
Release Date: 1999-04-22

Tracks:

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Charana Kamara
The Earth is our Mother
Sacred Ground Round
Hidden Waters

Album Description

Relaxing, healing music, with extended chants, connected by heartbeat drum, and interwoven to bridge East and West, body and soul. Used widely for massage, medittion, ritual, tantra, birthing and love.

Customer Reviews:

Sensual, surrender lover's song to the creator - Exceptional.......2001-03-10

The first section of the CD takes a journey of sweet surrender to the Lord with captivating transition to a Hindi devotional chant that is no less than making love through song and expression. Vocal movements are extraordinary and Sophia's spirit comes through as though in her presence.

I remained in combined awe and trance... If you hear this, you will want to buy it - period.

Tracks:

Oh Solitude!
The Fatal Hour
Evening Hymn
With Sick And Famish'd Eyes
Be Welcome Then, Great Sir
Hark! The Echoing Air
Fame's An Echo
Not On Beds Of Fading Flow'rs
O Come, O Come My Dearest
Sleep, Gentle Cherub, Sleep Descend
Bess Of Bedlam
A New Ground
Music For A While
Lysander I Pursue

Average customer rating:

A Time Machine
MCBRIDE&THE RIDE ON SACRED GROUND

Sacred Ground
McBride & The Ride
Manufacturer: Mca Special Products
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Country's Best
Burnin' up the Road
Hurry Sundown

ASIN: B000002OK1
Release Date: 2002-09-17

Tracks:

Love's On The Line
Sacred Ground
Makin' Real Good Time
Going Out Of My Mind
Trick Rider
All I Have To Offer You Is Me
Your One and Only
I'm The One
Baby I'm Loving You Now
Just One Night

Customer Reviews:

A Time Machine.......2003-12-01

Boy, talk about a trip down memory lane...this CD and the 3 singles they released from it take me back to my childhood- I can remember hearing all these songs when I was 5, 6, 7 years old. I recently bought this CD and rediscovered their sound which is very traditional...anyone who knows my taste in country knows how much I love, respect, and treasure true country, and that's just what you'll find on this album. McBride and the Ride's music is genuine, moving, and honest. Hopefully more people will make the same rediscovery I have and this group will make a comeback.

MCBRIDE&THE RIDE ON SACRED GROUND.......2000-10-18

I LIKE THIS CD < MCBRIDE & THE RIDE IT PUT ME A GOOD MOOD. THIS IS THE VERY BEST CD OR CASSETTE.I LIKE TO HEAR MCBRIDE & THE RIDE FOR EVERY.

Average customer rating:

this is a great cd

Sacred Ground
Betsy Rose
Manufacturer: Landmark Distributor
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000008K7M
Release Date: 1991-03-12

Tracks:

Mother Earth
Building a House
Read My Lips
I Think of You
One Family, One Home
Dark Water
Earth Moves in a Mysterious Way
Kneeling at the Train
Carry It Home

Customer Reviews:

this is a great cd.......2005-07-02

I have owned it for years and still play it regularly. I knew Betsy back in Cambridge. Great singer and performer. Never fear buying a Betsy Rose cd. All her music is great. Try Fred Small too.

Average customer rating:

Huge fan of Ms. von Otter
Great collect of Baroque Melodies
Joyness and great musicality
Mellow, but it does have a distraction
At times, a wonderful experience, at others, a lukewarm one.

Music for a While: Baroque Melodies
Anne Sofie von Otter , Jory Vinikour , and Jakob Lindberg
Manufacturer: Archiv Produktion
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0002XNMA0
Release Date: 2004-11-09

Tracks:

Amanti io vo se dire
Se l'aura spira
Dovrunque morire
Ecco di dolce raggi
Quel sguardo sdegnosetto - Madrigali, Canzonette e Scherzi musicali (Book X)
La Capona
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L'Eraclito amoroso (Udite amanti)
Ciaccone
Saraband with Division, Z 654
Sweeter than roses
Dear pretty youth
Music for a While
There's not a swain
An Evening Hymn, Z 193
Arpeggiata
In darkness let me dwell
5. Can she excuse my wrongs
Weepe you no more, sad fountaines
What if I never speed?
Fantasia

Customer Reviews:

Huge fan of Ms. von Otter.......2005-10-01

I bought this recording and I really enjoyed it, but it's not my favorite by Ms. von Otter. I still recommend it to everyone. This recital is wonderful, with the exception of "Amanti io vo se dire." It was nice, but a little out of place. I still rate this as a good recital disc.

Great collect of Baroque Melodies .......2005-04-27

This is a great cd,I am a 23 year old music lover I love all kinds of music.I have many cd's and I have to say this is one of My favorite Cd's.All the songs are sung very well.

Joyness and great musicality.......2005-04-22

This artist always knows what she does and why. In this wonderful recording the serious, grave manner is replaced by sheer joyness. This is a record that makes the listener very happy! And the musicality never fails. Strongly recommended!

Mellow, but it does have a distraction .......2005-01-01

After receiving this CD a few weeks ago, I have fluctuated between "I like it" and "I don't" back and forth, settling eventually on, I like it - sort of, and can recommend it with the following understandings. First, its technical merit. This is a well produced minimalist approach to Baroque music. The production notes say we should listen to it as we would a recital, and it is well-suited for that atmosphere. The instrumentation is bare bones: harpsichord, chamber organ, theorbo, lute, Baroque guitar. They accompany Ms. von Otter individually in each song and usually never more than one at a time. This is a fine quality recording: clear and even-handed throughout. As for the twenty-one selections, with the exception of Benedetto Ferrari's "Amanti, io vi so dire", the very first song on this otherwise thematic CD, the selections create a mellow mood and maintain that mood throughout. I can't understand how the first cut escaped a final editing, and wondered as I listened to it over and again, what goes through the minds of producers and artists when they review what they have created and don't hear that something is as out of place as this. Nonetheless, I could easily sit with a book and listen to this CD without much distraction, except for the first cut. Anne Sofie von Otter delivers an evenly modulated performance and hints at considerably more power in her voice than she delivers. Her voice has a richness and depth that even when controlled as it was, conveys power. Pull up a seat at King Arthur's Court, sit back, close your eyes and enjoy a fine, minimalist performance in the Baroque tradition that for the most part will not disappoint. PJW

At times, a wonderful experience, at others, a lukewarm one........2004-11-17

I've been a von Otter fan for a number of years now and almost always, blindly purchase her recordings immediately upon release, never having to be either persuaded or dissuaded. I'm rarely, if ever, wholly disappointed. And this is no exception. Von Otter is one of the most intelligent and completely versatile singers on the classical music scene. Her ability to go from Baroque to 20th century works (like her Melisande for Haitink) is admirable and always tasteful. In "Music for a While" she seems, at times, too eager to please, if you will. It's obvious she means to be cheeky, but at times comes across rather annoying and that is not something that she wears well. I don't take anything so seriously that I can't see what the ultimate aim was, but it just seemed somewhat silly and smacking of effort; however, I still think that is a more than worthy recital and one that will provide a great deal of entertainment to both her established fan base and any newcomers. Her Dowland selections are where she really shines, imbuing those lovely pieces with a pathos and quiet dignity that have become her trademark, especially in the early music field, where projects such as "Lamenti" and "Coronation of Poppea" with Gardiner (her "Addio Roma" is nothing short of spectacular) being especially memorable. The lute/theorbo solo pieces are recorded at too low a level, making one having to strain to get the full effect. Yes, the voice doesn't have the bloom it once did, but it's still a gorgeous instrument. I think that those, like myself, who believe in Ms. von Otter's innate artistry and musicality will not be disappointed, so go ahead and purchase it; believe me, you won't be that upset over the few excesses that you'll ultimately be sorry.

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