SilverWolf
Traditional and Contemporary Native Music
SilverWolf is: Frank Silverhawk and Michael White Wolf Serio. Both Frank
and Mike are Cherokee descendants who are active in their native culture.
Frank Silverhawk presents his "Keepers of the Land" program, consisting of stories
and music about tha environment, to children of all ages. He has presented his
program at many schools and kids clubs in Citrus County.
Mike White Wolf has conducted classes presenting the basics of the Cherokee Language.
He has performed in concert and at public powwows with several Native artists from both
North and South America.
Frank SilverHawk - Flute, Percussion, Keyboards and Vocals
Michael White Wolf - Guitar, Flute, Percussion, and Vocals
Our 1st release - Igostagisdi - was recorded live and only low-bias tape was available at the time of the recording. We warn you, this one is called Igostagisdi (To Eat Raw) because there is a distinct tapse hiss present in the tracks. This CD contains the early versions of two of our more popular songs: Gvgeyuhi and Elohi. Available in CD & Cassette Tape, your choice - $10.00 ea.
Our 2nd and most recent release - Tali - contains only material written and produced by members of SilverWolf. The CD comes with a small booklet in its case that gives all of the lyrics in both Cherokee and English. The Cassette Tape also has a fold out that gives the translation of the Cherokee into English. All the songs except for one, Mixed Blood, are wirtten in the Cherokee language. CDs are $15.00 each and Cassette Tapes are $10 ea.
Tali Song List:
1. Kalvgv
Kanogisdi (Sunrise Song)
2. Elohi ( Earth )
3. Susanas Utsetsasdi (Susan's Smile)
4. Gvgeyuhi ( I Love You )
5. Nvnvhi Alasgida (Dance of the Little People)
6. Nvwodi Equa (Big Medicine)
7. Gatlisanv Gigv (Mixed Blood)
8. Kanogisdi Atsilvquodi (Honor Song)
9. Wado ( Thank You )
10. Waya Adanvdo (Heart of the Wolf)
11. Svnoi (Night)
2. Elohi ( Earth )
3. Susanas Utsetsasdi (Susan's Smile)
4. Gvgeyuhi ( I Love You )
5. Nvnvhi Alasgida (Dance of the Little People)
6. Nvwodi Equa (Big Medicine)
7. Gatlisanv Gigv (Mixed Blood)
8. Kanogisdi Atsilvquodi (Honor Song)
9. Wado ( Thank You )
10. Waya Adanvdo (Heart of the Wolf)
11. Svnoi (Night)
Hawk and I wish to thank all who have supported us in our efforts to record and play the music the Creator has seen fit to reveal to us. Your warm reception to our latest effort is appreciated.
To order either CDs or Cassette Tapes or for information about SilverWolf either call 352-564-5525 or write me at cherocreek@xtalwind.net
