2.1K views · 109 reactions | In Native American history, music is considered sacred; it is often used for healing and building community connections. When Cherokee people sing traditional tribal songs, the intention is to invoke the power of the spirit world – to ask for healing for a plentiful harvest, and to show gratitude to earth. How does traditional Cherokee music affect you? Beautiful music and video credits go to the amazing @1n8v_nico. 李 | Visit Cherokee | Facebook

Today the council from the Cherokee Nation, United Keetowah Band of Cherokee Indians and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians gathered on the site of the Kituwah mound in Cherokee,N.C. for the official meeting of Tri-Council. As a special treat, the EBCI Cherokee Warriors opened the ceremony with the traditional war cry and a dance. Take a look! | Cherokee Nation