In Medicine River

Michael Graham Allen, flutemaker, performs on flutes constructed in the Lakota fashion and panpipes, with percussionist Michael Fitzsimmons on log drum, etc.

''This work is offered as a sincere and simple expression of joy and gratitude for this beautiful world and for the deep roots which connect us to the great source, flowing like a river through all people and all of creation. In Medicine River overflows with unusual musical instruments: Traditional Native American flutes of this continent (North America). Incan panpipes of South America. New experimental wooden flutes. Thousand year old clay flutes of Central America. Drums, bells and rattles from the world over. The Native American flutes are of my own construction and are based on 150 year old Lakota Artifacts. I owe many thanks to the ancient Native American people who developed these powerfully expressive flutes.'' -- Michael Graham Allen