Prayer for Peace

Michel Cusson, Various Artists - International - North America - American Indigenous, Mary Youngblood, Joanne Shenandoah

Product Details

• Audio CD (September 12, 2000)
• Original Release Date: September 5, 2000
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Silver Wave
• ASIN: B00004X0LY
• Also Available in: Audio Cassette
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #151,614 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Track Listings

1. Peace and Power - Joanne Shenandoah

2. Surrender - Peter Kater, R. Carlos Nakai

3. Yuba - Mary Youngblood

4. Across the Sky - Lawrence Laughing, Joanne Shenandoah

5. Painted Cave - Robert Mirabal

6. I Will Fight No More - Peter Kater, R. Carlos Nakai

7. Pyramid Temples - Alice Gomez

8. Kahawi'tha - Joanne Shenandoah

9. If Men Were at Peace - Peter Kater, R. Carlos Nakai

10. Offering - Mary Youngblood

11. Aeolian Wind/Wolves - Michel Cusson

12. I Wish You Peace - Lawrence Laughing

13. Nemi-Sacred Ground - Peter Kater, R. Carlos Nakai

14. Messenger - Joanne Shenandoah

15. Prayer for Peace - Peter Kater

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Quiet, contemplative, and unhurried, Prayer for Peace sustains a fittingly reflective mood as it samples music from eight artists and 15 previously released Silver Wave recordings. The label specializes in music that intertwines Native American and contemporary instrumental elements, and the assembled talent here---flutist R. Carlos Nakai, pianist Peter Kater, vocalist Joanne Shenandoah, plus a single selection from Robert Mirabal--showcase the affecting, organic appeal of such an approach. Label cornerstones Nakai and Kater evoke some of the disc's most thoughtful moments in eloquent ensemble pieces such as "I Will Fight No More" and "If Men Were at Peace" (the latter featuring Paul McCandless on soprano saxophone and cellist David Darling), and Shenandoah's unforced, crystalline vocalese can inspire stillness and quiet. Chanting is a minimal element on this disc. Sales of the recording are intended to benefit the World Peace Prayer Society. --Terry Wood

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An enduring compilation of thoughtful peace.., October 31, 2000

By	Guardian of the Zen Sea "Indigo" (Looking after the sun and surf) - See all my reviews

This is a wonderful compilation of Native American music. Each piece reflects on Inner Peace and the need for Peace and Prayer in our lives. Some of the best Native American musical talent is featured ont his CD, making it one of the best-ever compilation CDs available. By focusing on peace, the tunes are reflective, thoughtful and very lyrical. The compilaton is masterful in combining music which flows from one piece into the next creating an overall portrait of tranquility and meditative thought. You would be hard-presesd to find a better selection of high-quality ensemble music and vocals, no matter what the ethnic background of the musicians. The fact that this CD exists demonstrates the outstanding musical talent within the Native American community. This is destined to be a classic and to stay in your collection for years to come.

5.0 out of 5 stars Gift of Peace, January 25, 2009

By	Peggy M. - See all my reviews

This is a beautiful cd from beginning to end, creating an atmosphere of heart-centered peace. I have been known to play it several times a day, often just before a client call so that I can carry that loving peace into the call. Each time I listen I am touched by the honey smooth voice of Joanne Shenandoah, the duets of Peter Kater and Carlos Nakai, and Lawrence Laughing's heart-filled voice.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 'May Peace Prevail on Earth', September 25, 2001

By	Joanna Spindler (Boulder, CO United States) - See all my reviews

After the tragic events of September 11, 2001, this album is more poignant than ever. A beautifully, soothing soundscape with a decidedly Native American bent. Prayer For Peace showcases today's top Native musician's: Robert Mirabal, Joanne Shenandoah, Mary Youngblood, R. Carlos Nakai & many more. Proceeds benefit The World Peace Prayer Society and the message is clear...