Jay Begaye with Tiinesha Begaye - Horses Are Our Journey (CR-6467)
For Native Americans throughout history the horse has been central to their lives. Jay Begaye of the Dine (Navajo) and his daughter, Tiinesha Begaye (Similkameen-Dine), honor their horses through song and sing about other aspects of Native American culture in performances of Dine Traditional songs, Canadian Round Dance songs and a Pow-Wow style song.
"The Beauty Way" is a stirring collection of prayer, honor and social songs composed and sung by one of the great native voices of our day, Jay Begaye (Dine), who is known throughout North America for his singing and songmaking talents. Expressing his Navajo philosophy and ideals by utilizing the Canadian style of singing, Jay joins elements of two native cultures, creating a serene sound that is a hybrid of modern and traditional styles.
Accomplished Dine (Navajo) singer and songmaker Jay Begaye has been praised throughout North America for his beautiful songs. This recording brings Jay together with his clan brother, Everitt White on Native American flute, to perform a stirring collection of songs inspired by Dine history and culture. Don't miss "Roller Coaster" (Track 5) composed by Arlie Neskahi.
Led by innovative songmaker, Jay Begaye, the Cathedral Lakes Singers are in demand for their unique pow-wow songs throughout the United States and Canada. Recorded live at the Navajo Nation Fair in Window Rock, Arizona this recording features 10 exciting and energetic songs.
Jay Begaye's soaring vocals, rhythmic drumming and creative songs move the spirit and call people to the round dance. For the last decade, Jay has fused his Dine (Navajo) heritage with the singing style of the people of the Northern Plains and carried his music to native and non-native people throughout North America. The Round Dance is a courting dance for couples and is popular with Native Americans everywhere.
Respected throughout Native America, Jay Begaye (Dine) is known for his beautiful songs and singing. These Round Dances and traditional Navajo songs carry with them the vibrant colors of the Navajo people through Jay's stirring voice. Additional vocals by Anthony Betoney (Dine) and Tiinesha Begaye (Dine).
Daughter of famed singer Jay Begaye, Tiinesha sings a blend of Canadian style hand drumming with elements of Dine social singing and presents songs that capture the excitement and energy of native youth today.
From the desert heartland of the Dine Nation comes the stirring voice of talented singer and songmaker Jay Begaye. Reflecting the rich beauty of Dine culture, this collection of captivating vocal performances with drum accompaniment are sung by one of Native America's greatest voices in honor of his own beloved people.
Inspired by the wonder of the Northern Lights, father and daughter Jay and Tiinesha Begaye bring together the musical traditions of Native people from the American Southwest and the heart of the Canadian Plains. Blending songs in traditional Navajo style with the round dance rhythms of Canada, Jay (Navajo) and Tiinesha (Navajo-Similkameen), exemplify the spirit of all Native people across North America. With special guest artist Anthony Wakeman on Native American flute.
