Kokopelli The Magic; Mirth; and Mischief of an Ancient Symbol Dennis Slifer foreword by R. Carlos Nakai Kokopelli; ancient humpbacked flute player; is the Southwests most popular icon. Presented here are more than 300 flute player images; including a great many that have never been published. Along with new information about the meaning and origin of Kokopelli; some of it challenges our current understanding of this unmistakable character.Explore the range of the flute player and see how it extends south into Mexico; north into Canada; west into Nevada; and east into the plains of Colorado; Texas; and Oklahoma. Included are examples of flute players in the rock art of other cultures around the world; providing cultural comparisons of this archetypal motif. A discussion of flute lore underscores the special role of the instrument among many indigenous peoples and its near-universal association with courtship; love; and seduction.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Well DoneBy Robert L. StoneWell researched and nicely written. I especially enjoyed reading about Orys transition from string bands to brass bands. The author wisely chose to focus on Orys early career; rather than his later years.A refreshing and valuable work well worth reading by those interested in the early days of jazz. Highly recommended4 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Kid Ory book a great read!By David R. RuffnerThis is a well written book about one of the true unsung heroes of early jazz. John McCusker s meticulous research brings new light to the significance of this jazz legend.1 of 2 people found the following review helpful. A great read if your are interested in early jazz and New Orleans historyBy bill killipThoroughly engaging and meticulously researched; with extensive use of census records and newspaper archives. An interesting and easy read if you are as interested in these subjects as I am.
