About Indigenous music of Canada
Indigenous music of Canada is a music genre that emerged in Canada. It is usually classed as a form of indigenous music of North America and music of Canada.
From Wikipedia
Indigenous music of Canada encompasses a wide variety of musical genres created by Aboriginal Canadians. Before European settlers came to what is now Canada, the region was occupied by many First Nations, including the West Coast Salish and Haida, the centrally located Iroquois, Blackfoot and Huron, the Dene to the North, and the Innu and Mi'kmaq in the East and the Cree in the North. Each of the indigenous communities had (and have) their own unique musical traditions. Chanting – singing is widely popular and most use a variety of musical instruments.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Indigenous music of Canada.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Indigenous music of Canada?
Indigenous music of Canada is a music genre that emerged in Canada. It is usually classed as a form of indigenous music of North America and music of Canada.
Where and when did Indigenous music of Canada originate?
Indigenous music of Canada originated in Canada.