Song Stick - Native American Flutes and Music by Troy Good Medicine De Roche

Music

     "Shu'k Sha'mii" translates from the Blackfeet language into English as "Good Medicine." The music of Troy Good Medicine De Roche expresses the power of tradition to heal and grant strength in the contemporary struggle of, not only Native Americans, but all people. When the elders granted him the name, it was the first time in three generations they had felt someone was worthy to carry it.
     He has been called "the epitome of pure beauty in sound." That purity comes from his eschewing of synthesizers and sampling. Instead, he lets the flute speak with its own voice, allowing the clean, clear tones to be heard unadulterated by technology, carrying the melody straight from heart to heart.
     Music played a significant role in De Roche's life from his early childhood when he listened to his grandparents play fiddle and mandolin every morning before breakfast. Nurtured by a family of artisans, he grew up with respect for the traditions of his people. Initially hand crafting flutes, he then began to create original compositions. His first two recordings, Shaman's Bone Whistle and Listen My People, have sold over 15,000 copies.

!New!
Journey Across the Water
Troy introduces Native Hawaiian musician Manu Josiah
in this collaborative work which celebrates the traditions
of both artists as they take a musical journey across the water.
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$15.00

FIRST MOTHER
The husband and wife duo of Troy and Liz De Roche blend traditional music and stories in a celebration of Native American culture. Nominated as Best Spoken Word Recording at the Native American Music Awards in 2000.
“It begs you to learn and hear more as they weave through how the flute was taken up by young men to court, or how the mice took over, how the bluebird and coyote talked or "Why People Die Forever". Take on the moon, the stars, animals, field crops and find out where "Garter Snake Got His Stripes". This is excellent for storytelling for young or old at festivals, fairs, for main stage breaks and of course powwows.”

$15.00

LISTEN, MY PEOPLE!
“De Roche is the epitome of pure beauty in sound. All transport you in a clear precise and a passionate flute voice that moves clearly from inner soul stirrings. Quite moving.”

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EAGLE'S JOURNEY
Eagle is the sacred messenger. He carries our prayers to Creator. He brings us wisdom and guidance. His journey is unending. This is his story.
“The flute work is lovely, haunting elegant and peaceful as in the title cut. This is a CD, almost like a classical suite, dedicated to the path of the Eagle as seen through Native American traditional and spiritual eyes. It also celebrates the influence that the Eagle has on the land, the people, and the spirits. Great concept, very well executed, with delicate extended phrasing that stays with you for a long time.”

$15.00

JOURNEY FROM THE HEART
Music takes us on journeys. Join Troy De Roche in this journey with music as the path.

$15.00

At left, Troy with producer Michael Whitewood in the studio at Extreme Music London U.K. working on the International Passport Series CD.

Troy at Extreme Music