These original compositions by Sharon Burch were influenced by the Navajo (Diné) prayers and chants she heard as a child growing up on the Navajo reservation. Seven songs have Navajo lyrics (Navajo text and English translations included) and two have English and Navajo lyrics. Yazzie Girl is dedicated to Sharon's mother, Nan Yazzie Burch.
Sharon Burch's music for voice and guitar is the contemporary expression of traditional Navajo ways and living. Most of Sharon's songs are in the beautiful Navajo language and capture the sacredness of Mother Earth and Father Sun and the importance of family and place to the Dine. Listening to Sharon's music is to "walk in beauty". CD Review rated this album "9/9." Winner of the 1996 NAIRD Indie Awards for best Native North American album.
The music of Sharon Burch captures the beauty of traditional Navajo ways and shares an intimate glimpse into the relationship of mother and child in the traditions of the Dine. Inspired by songs sung by her mother and grandfather, Colors of My Heart celebrates family, Mother Earth, and a connection to all living things. This long awaited follow-up to the INDIE award winning, Touch the Sweet Earth has both English and Navajo lyrics.
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