Gathering of Shamen

Native Flute Ensemble | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (November 17, 2011)
• Original Release Date: March 25, 2004
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: 80-Minutes of Music/Talking Taco Music
• ASIN: B00000361X
• Also Available in: Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #12,785 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #4 in Music > Indie Music > World Music > North America
  • #11 in Music > World Music > North America > Native American
  • #33 in Music > Indie Music > Folk > General

Editorial Reviews

About the Artist

One of the groups instrumental in the Renaissance of the Native American flute, The Native Flute Ensemble, was one of the first group of musicians to frame the Native American flute with other instruments. During their career they have recorded several CDs including "Riding Thunder" and "Ritual Mesa."

Product Description

Gathering of Shamen by Native Flute Ensemble

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the finest Native American selections available., June 14, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Gathering of Shamen (Audio CD)

This is my favorite in my Native American collection. It is wonderful to have in the background during meditation. If you need soothing and relaxing, this is a CD for you. I highly recommend this for anyone trying this type of music for the first time, also.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another great Native American theme album, September 25, 2004

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William A. Llano - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Gathering of Shamen (Audio CD)

A truly great thematic work, a must have for all fans of Native American music!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Gathering of Shamen, February 12, 2008

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Tim Brough "author and music buff" (Springfield, PA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Gathering of Shamen (Audio CD)

This is the only CD of its kind in my rather over-sized CD library. It has stayed there because, year after year, I have put it on when stressed or overwhelmed and allowed the power of the music to bring me back to solid footing. It is what folks used to refer to as "New Age" music, without the hokum.

Using the Native American Flute in addition to other traditional instruments, then blending in synthesizers and "environmental sounds" (which is a nice way of saying blowing winds, crickets, etc), the compositions blend the older sounds with the more modern instruments, but do so without overwhelming the music. There isn't a sudden burst of club chanting or dancefloor drums, which keeps this CD on an even keel.

The liner notes explain that the songs have their origins in the "power sites" where shamen or medicine men would gather for rituals. This CD does have that transportive quality about it; while listening, you may just feel like you're outside of that dumpy office and in a place a little more rustic. Spirit Wind: Native American Flute and Riding Thunder are also recommended.