Mary Youngblood facts for kids
Mary Youngblood is an amazing American musician and performer who plays the Native American flute. She is known for her beautiful music and has won many awards for her talent.
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Discovering Mary Youngblood: A Flute Master
Mary Youngblood was born in Kirkland, Washington. When she was a child, she was adopted by Dr. Bob and Leah Edwards, who were both teachers. They gave her a loving home.
Early Life and Musical Journey
Mary grew up with a passion for music. She became a master of the Native American flute, an instrument with a rich history and a unique, soulful sound. Her music often tells stories and connects listeners to nature and tradition.
Award-Winning Achievements
Mary Youngblood has received many important awards for her music. She has won three Native American Music Awards. She was the very first female artist to win "Flutist of the Year," which she achieved in both 1999 and 2000. In 2000, she also won "Best Female Artist."
She made history again by becoming the first Native American woman to win a Grammy Award for "Best Native American Music Album." She is also the first Native American woman to have won two Grammys! Her first Grammy was for her album Beneath the Raven Moon in 2002, and her second was for Dance with the Wind in 2006. These awards show how much her music is loved and respected.
Music for Films and Beyond
In 2007, Mary Youngblood created and performed the flute music for a documentary film called "The Spirit of Sacajawea." Her music helped bring the story to life on screen.
Ms. Youngblood also shares her knowledge and passion for the flute as an advisor for the World Flute Society. This organization helps people learn about and enjoy flutes from all over the world.
Her Legacy in Music
The Library of Congress, a very important library in the United States, keeps eight of Mary Youngblood's musical recordings. This means her music is preserved for future generations to enjoy and study.
Mary Youngblood's Musical Works
Mary Youngblood has released several albums, each filled with her unique flute melodies.
Albums to Explore
Here are some of her wonderful albums:
- Sacred Place: A Mary Youngblood Collection (2008, Silver Wave)
- Dance with the Wind (2006, Silver Wave)
- Feed the Fire (2004, Silver Wave)
- Beneath the Raven Moon (2002, Silver Wave)
- Heart of the World (1999, Silver Wave)
- The Offering (1998, Silver Wave)
Sheet Music for Aspiring Flutists
If you play the Native American flute, you might be interested to know that three of her albums have been turned into books of sheet music. This means other musicians can learn to play her beautiful songs!
- The Offering
- Heart of the World
- Beneath the Raven Moon
Collaborations and Compilations
Mary Youngblood's music has also been featured in many other projects, including compilations and soundtracks, where she collaborated with other talented artists:
- Voice of the Wind with Mary Youngblood & Michael Bayard (Live CD&DVD) (2016, Pure Motion Media)
- My Mothers Garden by Singer-Songwriter Thea
- Bears with Joanne Shenandoah, Lawrence Laughing, Lyle Lovett, Alice Gomez, and Claude Carmichael
- Prayer for Peace featuring Michel Cusson, and with Mary Youngblood, Joanne Shenandoah
- Many Blessings: A Native American Celebration with Lawrence Laughing, Joanne Shenandoah, Alice Gomez, Robert Mirabal, Tito La Rosa, and Peter Kater
- Sacred Ground: A Tribute to Mother Earth with Robert Mirabal, Star Nayea, Bill Miller, Joanne Shenandoah, Little Wolf Band, and Walela
