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The story of a profound, essential, and, until now, missing chapter in the history of American music: the indigenous influence.
Waila! Making the People Happy
The history and evolution of Waila, the contemporary dance music of southern Arizona's tribal communities.
- Premiere Date
- April 1, 2009
- Length
- 30 minutes
- Funding Initiative
- Open Call
Producer/Director
Daniel Golding
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The Film
Waila, the contemporary dance music of southern Arizona's tribal communities, is often called "chicken scratch." Played at tribal functions, this fun, lively music offers relief from the hardships of reservation life. Waila! Making the People Happy explores the history of the music and looks at the Joaquin's, a family of musicians, and their journey from a remote tribal village to performing at Carnegie Hall.
Waila, the contemporary dance music of southern Arizona's tribal communities, is often called "chicken scratch." Played at tribal functions, this fun, lively music offers relief from the hardships of reservation life. Waila! Making the People Happy explores the history of the music and looks at the Joaquin's, a family of musicians, and their journey from a remote tribal village to performing at Carnegie Hall.
