Classic Mardi Gras Songs Profiles - Indian Red

From: David Kunian
Series: Mardi Gras Song Profiles
Length: 05:50

A short documentary featuring pianist Art Neville and bassist George Porter Jr. about the Mardi Gras standard "Indian Red." Read the full description.

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Playing: Classic Mardi Gras Songs Profiles - Indian Red
From: David Kunian

Monk_and_mary_mardi_gras_2008_small This short piece explains the Mardi Gras classic "Indian Red." The song is a traditional hymn/prayer sung by the Mardi Gras Indians. It was recorded by the Wild Tchoupitoulas Mardi Gras Indians, the Meters, and the Neville Brothers. Pianist Art Neville and bassist George Porter Jr. explain how the song was recorded and its history.

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This short piece explains the Mardi Gras classic "Indian Red." The song is a traditional hymn/prayer sung by the Mardi Gras Indians. It was recorded by the Wild Tchoupitoulas Mardi Gras Indians, the Meters, and the Neville Brothers. Pianist Art Neville and bassist George Porter Jr. explain how the song was recorded and its history.