In Review--The Power of Butterflies & Peyote Songs
Clark Tenakhongva (Hopi) Po'li (Traditional Songs of the Hopi) Canyon Records Clinton Denny with Gerald Primeaux, Sr. (Chippewa Cree) Prayers for My Father Canyon Records I find listening to Hopi renaissance man, Clark Tenakhongva's chants to be an immensely enjoyable experience. Clark's gentle spirit comes through in all of the chants, as he pounds on a large drum with one hand (which resembles a Mexican bombo), and shakes a rattle with his opposite hand. His songs act as prayers to Butterfly and other helpful Spirits. Po'li marks the third of Tenankongva's recordings that I have heard. And well, how do you describe a spiritual listening experience? I could tell you the facts of the Hopi tradition in which I am only vaguely familiar or I could send you to Canyon Records' site where you can learn more about the artist. And if you Google "Hopi" you should be able to glean information online, including information about Hopi Prophecies. My...