Argentina - The Indians of the Grand Chaco

This landmark recording provides an extraordinary glimpse into the world of the Indians of the Gran Chaco region of Argentina. The first knowledge of existing native tribes in this area comes from expeditions completed by Spanish conquerors and up until the end of the 19th century, advancement of western culture was most evident in the chaquenos habitat. There is an abundance of ritual songs and dances in this collection with themes such as musical therapy of the Shamans, time for feasting, Shaman's control over rain and songs based on death, among others.

Tracks:
1. Feminine Solo Chant - :50
2. Masculine Solo Chant - :56
3. Dance/Chant Ring of Men - :34
4. Song/Masculine Solo Chant - :56
5. Dance/Chant Ring of Men - 1:35
6. Control of Atmosphere - 1:22
7. Dance/Chant Ring of Men - 1:33
8. Instrumental - Jaw Harp - 1:03
9. Instrumental - Jaw Harp - 1:39
10. Instrumental - Jaw Harp - :30
11. Instrumental - String Instr. - :53
12. Shaman Initiation Song/Chant - :32
13. Shaman Initiation Song/Chant - :47
14. Poisonous Bites Song - :40
15. Rains Song/Chant & Drums - 1:11
16. Rain Song/Masculine - 10:05
17. Rain Song/Masculine - :51
18. Wind Song - :55
19. Song Asking Lamoh to Cure - 1:11
20. Song Asking Lamoh to Cure - :38
21. Song to go on Horseback - :36
22. Song to go on Horseback - :39
23. Song to go on Horseback - 1:06
24. Song to go on Horseback - :45
25. Entering Area Where Soul Rests - :39
26. Song to Rescue the Soul - :37
27. Return of Shaman to Earth - :26
28. Song to Deliver Soul to Patient - 1:01
29. Weeping Ritual Song - 1:13
30. Burial Song - 1:23
31. Mourning Song - 1:26
32. "Pimpim" Song/Ring of Men - 1:49
33. Dance/Chant Ring of Men - 2:39

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