Manitou Kwe Singers



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          Manitou Kwe , which translates from Ojibway to be "Woman Spirit" Singers was formed by Amber O’Hara in 1995.

          Herstorically, we took up our drums in song to honour the missing and murdered women of native ancestry in Canada, for prisoners, and to help end violence in this world.

          The women of Manitou Kwe singers have all been given the Traditional Teachings of our Sacred drum, and honour these Teachings.

          We are committed to educating the public and our audiences about violence against Aboriginal women, prison injustice, and violence in general, through our music.

          UPDATE

          Manitou Kwe Singers is going through some wonderful changes right now, with more members joining, other women participating in our Drumming Circles ( first step towards becoming a member of Manitou Kwe Singers ).

          This page will be updated soon. Please bookmark and return.

          What Others Say


          "Listening to Manitou Kwe Singers is a pleasure. You women rock!" - Isadore

          "Its hard to believe you have only been drumming together for a short while. When you perform, the bond between you is evident. Anyone who hasn't heard you perform, HAS TO!" - Christine

          "Your music helps makes the issue of missing and murdered women more real. Thank you for not letting us forget." - Maggie

          "When will your CD be out?" - Several people (We are working on it!)

          "The drumming and singing really hit you. Have never experienced anything quite like this before. It was very moving." -Carmen

          "Many people fell in love with your work. Thank you for inspiring the guests, thank you for being so graceful and loving. Thank you for becoming my friend. You are a gift to all of us."           - Eva, Hop N Cloth

          Hey Amber!
          Congrats!!! .....…I just know you gals sing from your souls and that’s what makes great music!!
          …Have an absolutely great time and know that we are with you all in spirit!!!
          Love and Hugs to all of you!!!
          (Don’t forget, YOU ROCK!!!!!)
          Sarah (Deb and Sherryl, too!!)
          xoxox
          (Asani)

          Contact Us

          Toronto Aboriginal Children's Choir

          Manitou Kwe Singers is doing auditions for the new Toronto Aboriginal Children's Choir.

          Boys and girls between the ages of 6 - 12 are invited to contact us if interested in a multicultural children's choir, singing Aboriginal music.

          Children of all nations/races invited to audition.

          Email if you are interested.

          DRUMMING CIRCLE


          Are you interested in learning how to drum and sing? Are you looking for a supportive group of women to drum with? Manitou Kwe Singers will be hosting a Drumming Circle everyWednesday evening in a park in Toronto.

          In the event it is raining, drumming circles will be cancelled.



          Just email us if you are interested in joining our drumming circle ( which takes place following Manitou Kwe Practice sessions) and we will give you the park location for that month.