UW Ethnomusicology Archives audio recordings: Richard L. Markishtum recordings (Makah Songs and Dances)

UW Ethnomusicology Archives audio recordings: Richard L. Markishtum recordings (Makah Songs and Dances), Undated

Overview of the Collection

Creator: Markishtum, Richard L.
Title: UW Ethnomusicology Archives audio recordings: Richard L. Markishtum recordings (Makah Songs and Dances)
Dates: Undated
Quantity: 1 items : OT - 1 audio cassette (Type I, Maxell UR 60); WD - 1 compact disc (digital, stereo); Duration: 1:03:25
Collection Number: 1994005
Summary: Tape deposited by Richard L. Markishtum, Makah Nation; songs and dances recorded on various occasions at Neah Bay, Washington.
Repository: University of Washington Ethnomusicology Archives
University of Washington
Ethnomusicology Archives
Box 353450
Seattle, WA
98195-3450
Telephone: 2065430974
ethnoarc@uw.edu
Access Restrictions: Access is restricted.
Languages: English

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The University of Washington Ethnomusicology Archives has been collecting and curating unique ethnographic music recordings for over 50 years. Its holdings of more than 15,000 items include field recordings documenting music traditions of all kinds from most areas of the world, concert recordings of visiting musicians, and films and videos of a variety of musical events, as well as several hundred musical instruments. The Archives serves the students and faculty in the UW Ethnomusicology Program, the broader university community, Pacific Northwest tribes, and an international clientele of musicians, students, and teachers.

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Recordist(s) and performers not identified.

Contents: Welcome song; Canoe song from Young Doctor; Canoe song; Snipe dance from Young Doctor; Snipe dance (younger girls); Sea Serpent; Yakima War dance; Spear dance; Swan dance; Mask dance; Fan dance; Ghost dance; Shaker songs (all items announced by Richard Markishtum).

Songs are family-owned or were given to the Makah.

Total duration: 1:03:25

Documentation: Transcript of Markishtum tape announcements.

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Description
1994005-0001 1 optical media : CD - unpublished; Tracks: 13 Recordist(s) and performers not identified. Contents: Welcome song; Canoe song from Young Doctor; Canoe song; Snipe dance from Young Doctor; Snipe dance (younger girls); Sea Serpent; Yakima War dance; Spear dance; Swan dance; Mask dance; Fan dance; Ghost dance; Shaker songs (all items announced by Richard Markishtum). Songs are family-owned or were given to the Makah. Total duration: 1:03:25

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