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Constitution

by Chris White

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Skin (free) 03:55
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O Canada (free) 02:40
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More Of This Land (free) 03:51
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Bannock And Beans (free) 03:20
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It's A Wonder (free) 03:49
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Rootz (free) 03:49
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People Are People (free) 02:13
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For The Murdered And The Missing (free) 05:06
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We Need A Lot More Love (free) 03:29
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One And One Is Two (1+1=2) (free) 02:40
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The Garlic And The Rose (free) 03:35
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1871 Census (free) 01:05
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1881 Census (free) 01:13
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Singing For Viola (free) 03:24
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William Andrew (free) 05:08
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Hymn To Portia White (free) 03:50
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Ain't You Scared Of The Sacred? (free) 03:04
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Pass Me Not (free) 04:53
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This album celebrates the struggles and contributions of Canadians with mixed Black and Indigenous ancestry: The Afro-Métis Nation!

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released April 27, 2019

1. Skin (by Shelley Hamilton and George Elliott Clarke)
"Where do I fit in?" ... a question of colour...

2. O Canada (by George Elliott Clarke)
A revised national anthem that includes everyone.

3. More Of This Land (by Shelley Hamilton)
A defiant assertion of belonging sung by a proud Afro-Métis citizen.

4. Bannock And Beans (by Sugar Plum Croxen)
In praise of a traditional Native meal.

5. It's A Wonder (by Russ Kelley)
A testament to the courage and tenacity of our marginalized ancestors.

6. Rootz (by Shelley Hamilton)
Our Black and Indigenous ancestors speak and sing through us.

7. People Are People (by Sugar Plum Croxen)
Encouraging all listeners to "live and let live".

8. For The Murdered And The Missing (by George Elliott Clarke)
Troubling and urgent questions about murdered and missing Aboriginal women.

9. We Need A Lot More Love (by Russ Kelley)
A plea for more caring, respect and acceptance in the world.

10. One And One Is Two (!+1=2) (by Sugar Plum Croxen)
The mathematics of love!

11. The Garlic And The Rose (by Chris White)
A symbolic tale of cooperation in the garden.

12. and 13. '1871 Census' and '1881 Census' (by Shelley Hamilton)
Direct historical evidence of the Afro-Métis reality: the blending of Black and Indigenous families.

14. Singing For Viola (by Chris White)
In praise of Nova Scotian entrepreneur and civil rights champion, Viola Desmond (1914-1965).

15. William Andrew (by Chris White)
The story of Rev. Capt. Dr. William Andrew White II (1874-1936), the son of slaves.

16. Hymn To Portia White (by George Elliott Clarke and Chris White)
Celebrating the remarkable achievements of Canadian contralto, Portia May White (1911-1968).

17. Ain't You Scared Of The Sacred? (by George Elliott Clarke)
An invitation to look inwards on questions of justice and morality.

18. Pass Me Not (by George Elliott Clarke)
A heartfelt prayer for spiritual recognition.

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Chris White Ottawa, Ontario

Chris White's third album is a collection of witty, upbeat songs for children of all ages. Produced by Ken Whiteley, the album features more than 40 singers and musicians. Chris co-founded the Ottawa Folk Festival in 1993 and guided its evolution for 16 years. He hosts the "Canadian Spaces" folk show on CKCU FM and leads five singing groups for people of all ages and abilities. ... more

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