Broken Walls

Jonathan will be in Syracuse & Oneida, NY

2011-08-16T14:38:00.002-04:00

Jonathan will be ministering in Syracuse and Oneida, NY this coming weekend.

On Saturday, August 20th, Jonathan will be at 2002 Teall Avenue, Syracuse. The evening of music will start at 7:00pm and he will be joined by Barry and Luanne Greene, founders of Tree of Peace Council. Admission is free.

On Sunday, August 21st, Jonathan will be at Transformed Life Christian Center, 314 East Walnut Street, Oneida for both the morning and evening services. The morning service starts at 10:30am and the evening service starts at 6:30pm.

If you are able to, please join Jonathan for these events. He would love to see you.

Jonathan in Golden Lake, Petawawa & Logos Land

2011-08-08T14:16:00.003-04:00

Jonathan just returned from ministering in the Ottawa valley. On Saturday night, he spent time at the Golden Eagles Gathering Place with our friend, Pauline Wilcox. The next morning, Jonathan was at the River's Edge Pentecostal Church, Petawawa with Pastor Craig Smith. There was a great turnout and Jonathan gave a strong message of forgiveness and family.

Later that day, he lead the worship for the opening night of 'Awake the Nation Holy Spirit Tent Meetings' that were organized and hosted by pastors and leaders from across the Ottawa valley. There were approximately 500 people in attendance. We opened with the First Nations blessing. Many danced with abandonment and freedom. Once again, there was an opportunity to make new friends and doors were opened into the Ottawa valley to share the vision of Broken Walls.

It was great to be with Kenny Blacksmith and to hear him share his vision. Be ready to change.

Lifelight Festival 2011 ~ SD

2011-03-10T10:47:00.003-05:00

Broken Walls is excited about being invited to the main stage of the Lifelight Festival ~ South Dakota 2011! The festival we are participating in is on September 2-4, 2011 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota! Please visit the Festival website for more information! http://www.lifelight.org/festival/schedule

Live Stream TONIGHT! Wed. Sept. 29

2010-09-29T09:56:00.002-04:00

On Wednesday evening, 9/29, at 7 p.m. (EST), Jonathan Maracle and Broken Walls will be live streamed from the World Outreach Worship Center in Newport News, Virginia!
You can join us at this link: http://www.wowcenter.org/#/watch-us-live
World Outreach Worship Center
1233 Shields Road, Newport News, VA 23608, 757-874-1223
www.wowcenter.org

Plan to link in on Wednesday and experience what the Lord is doing through Broken Walls! If you are near Newport News, VA - come and share in the wonderful worship to our Creator Father!

Broken Walls Ministries
www.brokenwalls.com

www.brokenwallsmusic.blogspot.com

Live Webcast...this weekend only!

2010-08-14T19:43:00.001-04:00

LIVESTREAMING WEBCAST - BROKEN WALLS IN ARIZONA!
TONIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY (8/13-8/15)
LINK/TIMES
We have just been informed that Jonathan Maracle and Broken Walls' ministry within the Navajo Nation will be livestreaming via webcast! Now we can join with the team as Broken Walls worships right there on Navajo land!
Here is the link/time information:
http://www.herbhutchinsonministries.org/live_broadcast
Times: EASTERN STANDARD - Friday and Saturday Evening, 8/13-14 @ 10 p.m.
EASTERN STANDARD - Sunday Afternoon, 8/15 @ 5 p.m.
Broadcasting could last up to 3 hours depending.....
What a wonderful new opportunity to be a support in prayer and active worship! Please join us if you can!

National Forgiven Summit

2010-06-08T11:23:00.002-04:00

Representatives and leaders from Canada's First Nations, Inuit and Metis, the churches of the 10 provinces and 3 territories, international observers and media will gather in Ottawa to formally extend forgiveness to the government of Canada. There is no cost but registration is required. Broken Walls will be leading worship at this pivotal event. Please check the website www.i4give.ca for registration and more details or call 613-686-6441.

Chief Kenny Blacksmith Speaks from Gathering Nations on Vimeo.

Sing to the Mountains Music Festival

2010-06-04T08:18:00.004-04:00

Plans for our 2010 Sing to the Mountains Music Festival are really coming along. We are really excited about the lineup and we know you would enjoy attending! We now have online ticketing for those planning to be with us on June 25-27, in Meers, Oklahoma!

Click HERE to purchase your weekend pass!

Click HERE to see the Sing to the Mountains Music Festival website!

Stay connected in 2010

2010-01-09T15:13:00.001-05:00

Here are different ways to keep in touch with what Broken Walls is doing in 2010:

Broken Walls Facebook page

Broken Walls on Youtube

Broken Walls MySpace

Broken Walls Official Website

If you are interested in making a donation to help our outreach to First Nations around the world, you can send a cheque or money order to Broken Walls, 234 Bayshore Road, Tyendinaga Territory, ON K0K 1X0. You can make a donation on line HERE.

New Year's greetings from Jonathan Maracle

2010-01-07T12:39:00.006-05:00

With warm regards and blessings, I wish everyone a Happy New Year.
2009 has definitely been a year of testing and struggle for many people. Broken Walls' year has been no exception! We have had to deal with new and unforeseen change and difficulties as well. Many times when facing hardship, it is easier to change course, but if you know in your heart that the vision you follow is where God wants you, then you must have faith and move forward. God has given us all wonderful creativity to tap into during times like these, and this is a good time to start being creative!
There is an inspiring example that we find in Akweks, the eagle that can stir our hearts to continue to hold firm to what we are called to.
When a great storm arises, it strikes fear among men and animals alike. The animals will run to their dens, holes and caves, and man will seek shelter in his home or in a safe place. But there is a natural instinct in eagles that causes them to do the complete opposite. Instead of running, the eagle faces the storm. He takes flight directly into the heart of the storm and challenges the ferocious winds and elements. The very winds and turbulence that he faces give him lift to glide far above the storm. We must do likewise with the storms of life...we must not run, but we must face them with dignity and courage. This is where we will gain the wisdom and strength to win in the journey of life.
May we all be encouraged to continue the journey with renewed strength, and together we will complete it!
Broken Walls Updates:
Here at Broken Walls, we have recently employed the services of Elsie Ward as our new secretary. She comes with a real heart for First Nations people. She has served with my brother, Ross' ministry called "Spirit Alive" for many years and when Ross retired, it was a natural step for her to be part of Broken Walls. Her heart, experience and commitment bring much to us and we are thankful. We are honoured and blessed to have Elsie with us.
We also are very blessed to have Diane Foster who has served with Broken Walls for many years as our "lead intercessor". She has faithfully organized and kept our prayer team current with alerts and vital information needed to pray productively. Our team of almost 300 intercessors has been a vital part of the breakthrough we have had over the years. Diane continues to serve with us selflessly to see the vision of Broken Walls fulfilled.
Broken Walls is made up of three men whose unique gifts and talents have been brought together for a purpose. We have walked in that purpose faithfully for many years. Here are some of the settings we have had the honour of sharing God's love in: from elementary schools (native & non native) to high schools where we often bring the message of "The Rhythm of Life" and end with the "Commit to Life Pledge"; penitentiaries where we teach that each one is special and that God loves them and has not given up on them; churches and community events where we educate and share about the need to build true and lasting relationships with people who are different from us and stir people to have a heart for the enormous need in First Nations communities.
As many of you know, Broken Walls is a unique ministry. Kris, Bill and I live thousands of miles from one another and must fly to each engagement. Our first commitment that God wants us to keep in priority is to our families. We have had to come up with creative ways to be able to continue to be free to travel together and yet still be the husband, father, and provider that we are called and desire to be. This can be very tricky, especially in the financial area. Many times we had had to sacrifice, going places that did not have the finances to cover the costs of the outreach nor the unforeseen expenses that we were left with. This has caused us to struggle financially. The last two years, 2008/09, have definitely been difficult for us and have caused us to have debt that must be dealt with. We need those who see Broken Walls as a vital ministry for this hour to pray and consider helping us to eradicate that debt so we can continue to move forward into "the many places" that so desperately need the message we carry.
We thank you for your prayers, love and support over the years and we want to continue to "go" as we hear the call. We have decided to keep our honorarium at the same amount that it has been over the past 3 years in order to help keep us accessible to those who need us. This amount does not cover the costs of all that it takes nor does it cover the income we need for our families. We have had it in our hearts since the beginning to do this by faith and we have never really appealed for monthly support in a big way. We are now at a place where we need to have monthly partners in order to meet the rise in expenses that we face and yet keep the cost down for those in need that bring us in. Please take some time to consider what you can do to help us on a monthly basis.
Lastly, I would like to let everyone know about the music festival we are planning for June 25 to 27, 2010. It is called "Sing to the Mountains Music Festival" and is being held at "Camp Y'Shua" in Meers, Oklahoma. Much of the planning has already been done and we are excited at the response we are getting from people all across North America. Please go to our blog site to see more details about the bands, drums & vision http://www.singtothemountainsmusicfestival.blogspot.com/. We hope you will put this date on your calendar and plan to be a part of this exciting first time event.
May the Creator's blessings be upon you and the love of Jesus in you.
Your brother,
Jonathan Maracle
Breaking Walls of Separation
http://www.brokenwalls.com/

Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards

2009-11-07T11:04:00.005-05:00

Jonathan is thrilled to let you know that he has won two Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards!!! Thanks to everyone that voted! "Christmas on Turtle Island" won for BEST FLUTE ALBUM and BEST INSTRUMENTAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR.

Once again, thank you to all the fans who voted!

Christmas on Turtle Island

2009-10-16T15:18:00.005-04:00

Just a reminder. Christmas is only two months away. This is the perfect time to order the cd "Christmas on Turtle Island."

Check our our MYSPACE page HERE to listen to "The Huron Carol" and "We Will Rest."
Order your copy at www.brokenwalls.com.

Pikangikum, Ontario

2009-09-23T14:13:00.006-04:00

Broken Walls has been invited by the missionary in Pikangikum, Ontario to minister there in December, 2009. We are very excited about the opportunity to do ministry and renew longstanding friendships. Unfortunately, they are unable to cover the full cost of bringing us into the north and we are asking all of our friends to consider helping with this important project. Please prayerfully consider how you might help. All Canadian donations will receive a tax receipt. Donations can be sent to: Broken Walls, 245 Bayshore Road, Tyendinaga Territory, Ontario K0K 1X0 or made through our website at: www.brokenwalls.com.

GMA Canada Announces 2009 Nominees

2009-09-09T15:09:00.018-04:00

Nominations for 2009 Covenant Awards

BROKEN WALLS nominated in the
"Music DVD of the Year" category
for Drums of Thunder Live DVD

JONATHAN MARACLE also

receives a nomination in the

"Seasonal Album of the Year" category
for Christmas on Turtle Island CD

How Winners are determined:
The General Categories are nominated through a judging process of judges chosen from across Canada. These results are then combines with the votes from the membership base, from which the winners are decided.

For more info please visit the GMA Canada website at:
http://www.cgmaonline.com/

2009 NAMMY Nominations Announced

2009-09-09T14:17:00.015-04:00

Native American Music Awards

is proud to announce the

2009 NAMMY nominees

Broken Walls is honored to be nominated in 2 categories for their latest CD"The Father's Dance"

and Jonathan Maracle received 1 nomination

for his solo CD project

"Christmas on Turtle Island"

Eleventh Annual Native American Music Awards

at the Seneca Niagara Hotel & Casino

In Niagara Falls, New York

Saturday, October 3rd, 2009

Hosted By Gil Birmingham

Ritchie Valens Hall of Fame Induction

Stevie Salas Lifetime Achievement Award

For more Information & Tickets go to:

http://www.nativeamericanmusicawards.com/

*Open Voting/General Public *

August 31, 2009 thru October 3, 2009

Broken Walls Local & LIVE in Tyendinaga

2009-08-24T15:07:00.004-04:00

In celebration of WINHEC, FNTI proudly presents….

~ Tues. August 25th, 2009 ~

Joanne Shenandoah & Jonathon Maracle and Broken Walls

7:00pm—9:00pm

~ Wed. August 26th, 2009 ~

Digging Roots
7:00pm—9:00pm

~ Everyone Welcome! ~

Cost: $10.00 per person each day

Where: Tyendinaga Community Centre
1807 York Road

For more information about this event please contact:
Leslie Spencer (613) 396-2122 ext. 130 or
Jan Hill (613) 396-2122 ext. 135

Or, check out:
http://twitter.com/fntinews

FINAL Vote now open for 2009 APCMA

2009-08-21T14:26:00.008-04:00

2009 Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards

“FINAL Round” Voting is now OPEN!!!

“Second & FINAL Round” of Voting CLOSES at 11:59pm CST on October 1st, 2009.

~ VOTE TODAY! ~

Online voting is open now, go to: www.aboriginalpeopleschoice.com

VOTE for BROKEN WALLS’ “The Father’s Dance” in the following TWO categories:

and...VOTE for JONATHAN MARACLE “Christmas on Turtle Island” in the following TWO categories:

Live Broadcast Show
Friday, November 6th, 2009
MTS Centre ~ Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

The 2009 Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards will be broadcast live on the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network and Bell Express Vu. Tickets for the 2009 Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards are available at Ticketmaster.

*Remember FINAL ROUND Voting ENDS Thursday, October 1st, 2009 at 11:59pm CST...so VOTE TODAY!!!

Thank you for your vote, and for supporting us!
Sincerely,
The entire Broken Walls Team & families

2009 Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards

2009-08-15T08:00:00.006-04:00

Reminder...APCMA "First Round" Voting...closes August 16th, 2009 at 11:59pm CST.

Online voting is open now, go to: www.aboriginalpeopleschoice.com
The first round of voting for the 2009 Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards has begun. Please remember, you must be a member to cast your votes! If you are not a member, please click on the SIGN UP tab (on 2009 APCMA homepage)… and fill out the form to get your PIN and Password. If you are already a member you can go directly to…Login in to vote.

To VOTE for BROKEN WALLS and JONATHAN MARACLE simply follow these easy steps:
1. Go to: http://www.aboriginalpeopleschoice.com

2. Click “Vote ‘09” (located on top left of teal banner under main website tab headings)

3. If you are NOT already a member you will need to sign up first…click on the “Sign Up” tab (located at top of main web headings listed) to fill out registration form online and you will immediately receive a pin and password via email.

4. If you ARE already a MEMBER Log in by clicking on “Login in to vote” using the pin and password emailed to you (copy and paste)

5. Review “Voting Rules & Regulations” before voting (They’re brief…so, it will only take a minute or two to go over)

6. View APCMA Category Voting: Round One7. Cast your vote/s for BROKEN WALLS’ “The Father’s Dance” in the following four categories, and submit:
* Best Gospel CD
* Best International Artist
* Best Producer or Engineer
* Single of the Year – Sing to the Mountains

AND…vote for JONATHAN MARACLE “Christmas on Turtle Island” in the following six categories, ands submit:
* Best Album Cover Design
* Best Flute CD
* Best Instrumental CD
* Best International Artist
* Best Producer or Engineer* Single of the Year - The Hard Road

NOTE: Final Round of Voting to determine winners will be August 20th – October 1st, 2009.

Thank you for voting, and for supporting us!
Blessings,
The entire Broken Walls Team & families

Music in the Market...a FAMILY Affair

2009-07-23T14:24:00.013-04:00

First Nations Mohawk musicain and Artist David R. Maracle (Native Expressions, Tyendinaga Territory) joined his brother Jonathan Maracle & Kris DeLorenzi of Broken Walls, on stage at several stellar local market-place music events!!

Check out a few of the photos below ...compliments of Dave Young (photographer)

(L-R) Jonathan Maracle, David R. Maracle & Kris DeLorenzi unite forces on Pow Wow drum!!!

(R) David plays the didgeridoo (aboriginal instrument Native to Australia)

(L) David's wife Kim gets in on the action too, singing The Grand-babies song.
Theresa Fox of the Akwesasne Women's Singers taught Kimberly this song.

(R) Jonathan's daugther Noelle treats the crowd to a few songs too!

(L) The boys jam...and make some awesome music together! Very relaxed atmosphere...fun was had by all!

Kris DeLorenzi's debut CD tops the Charts on Elijah Streams currently #5

2009-07-23T12:45:00.012-04:00

Kris DeLorenzi of Broken Walls has recorded written and recorded six albums with band Broken Walls and Ohwihsha, and has received numerous nominations at the Native American Music Awards, and recently released his first solo project under the name "Waking the Sound" , and it has been climbing the charts on Elijah Streams since it's release.

Kris' debut CD "My Devotion" is an album of relection with lyrical melodies and ambient textures. The themes are introspective and vulverable, exploring the sense of wonder music often communicates.

"My Devotion" song "New Wings" is currently listed at #5 on the Top 20 Songs!!!
Check it out at: http://www.elijahstreams.com/top20worshipsongs.php

To sample the sounds of "My Devotion" visit Kris's website at http://www.wakingthesound.com/

"My Devotion" is available at:

http://www.wakingthesound.som/

http://www.brokenwalls.com/

http://www.cdbaby.com/

http://www.itunes.com/

http://www.elijahlist.com/

and now at HMV Stores accross Canada!

To check out Reveiw of “My Devotion" go to: http://www.crossrhythms.co.uk/products/Waking_The_Sound/My_Devotion/74562/

Broken Walls music into the Market Place

2009-07-07T12:27:00.013-04:00

Jonathahn Maracle &

Kris DeLorenzi

of "Broken Walls" & "Ohwihsha"

will be hitting the road…to take the Light

& their music into the local MARKETPLACE!!!

(Tyendinaga Territory, ON and surrounding communities)

LOCAL Tour Hi-lights include:
~ Friday July 10th, 2009 ~

Enoy an evening out at L’il Crowe Cafe’s Native Expression Performance Courtyard ~ STAGE RED. Come out for an outdoor musical treat…Kris & Jonathan will be joined on stage with his brother David R. Maracle of Native Expressions!

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~ Saturday, July 11th, 2009 ~

Jonathan & Kris perform Live at Napanee’s CedarFEST…an all day outdoor Celebration of Christain music & the arts.

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~ Sunday July 12th, 2009 ~ Join Jonathan & Kris for an evening of live music in Napanee at the Music Market Cafe…sit back relax enjoy the music…try some delicious organic Vegetarian fare, or savour a cup of tasty organic fair-trade java!

For Event Details: Please visit Broken Walls website at http://www.brokenwalls.com/ then go to our "EVENTS" page & check out our "Calendar of Events"!

Noelle Maracle sings at Deseronto Waterfront Festival this weekend

2009-06-18T16:46:00.006-04:00

Noelle Maracle to sing at ...

Deseronto Waterfront Family Festival

Saturday June 20th, 2009 Noelle will be performing at 1:00pm-2:00pm

on the Main St. Stage

10:00AM to 11:00PM
~ FREE ADMISSION ~
Opening ceremonies 10:00AM (Yacht Club)

Jonathan's Fathers Day Message ~ 2009

2009-06-18T16:16:00.004-04:00

Broken Walls is committed to the heart of the Father!
Jonathan has written a special message

in honor of Father's Day 2009.

Please read and feel free to share with your loved ones

- within your own family circle and beyond!

~ FATHER’S DAY 2009 ~

This is a time of restoration for our fathers!

God is calling men to rise out of the ashes and take

their place as fathers, husbands, dad's, mentors, brothers, uncles, grandfathers and neighbors! If we are going to see hope for the next generations then we must realize the importance of our role……

We cannot allow the bitterness and unforgiveness

of the past to be our motivation for tomorrow!

We must follow the course of wisdom and learn from the experience of others.

So many of our elders are being made to feel

as though they have nothing to offer. We tend to treat some better than others according to their good life and perceived wisdom. There are those who made wrong choices in life and are living the results of their choices. We can learn from these as well. We need to restore them back to health and self-respect by listening to their stories as well, by saying, "Your stories will help us make better decisions for future generations.”

This is a new day and God is restoring the hearts of men and giving us new places to stand, to mentor and bring life and leadership to our families and communities. We must realize that our homes, families and communities need us to be who we were created to be….men who care and are willing to say, "I'm sorry or I forgive you”. These are life changing and destiny changing words that can bring peace and hope to hearts around you.

It's up to each one of us to accept our roles and act. Make the changes in our lives from self-pity, shame, unforgiveness, bitterness, and whatever holds us from our rightful destiny.

Ask yourself... What legacy will I leave behind? I always say to my children that they need to live their lives in such a way that the world will be a better place because of them. We must determine to take the high road and be encouragers of one another, never being a part of the "put down". Dads, our children learn this from us. They see us and mimic us in life. I've seen so many kids that hate the fact that their dad is an alcoholic, but turn out to be one themselves. It's up to us now to break this cycle and stand with dignity and say to one another, "It's time for change and it's going to start with me!"

Ask Jesus to help you! Then, choose to follow the inner voice as He leads you to a place of confidence in who you are and the gifts He has placed in you for this purpose.It will never be easy to always do what's right, but the returns will be worth the sacrifice when you see the joy in lives around you.
I love the place of fatherhood and am so glad I get the privilege to hear my kids say "Dad, you're the best!”

Men, don't sell yourselves short, be all you were called to be.... Struggle with all you have in you to do what's right!

The Holy Spirit will guide you and you will win.

Commit to Life!
Your brother, Jonathan Maracle

Thank you for supporting Noelle

2009-05-21T16:02:00.018-04:00

On behalf of Linda, myself & our family....

we would like to extend our sincere appreciation

to everyone who supported Noelle

during her participation in the

Karaoke STAR JR. singing competition.

Thank you to everyone who watched,

called or voted for Noelle!

Your love, encouragement & support

is greatly appreciated.

Although Noelle did not advance to the Finals...

she is still a WINNER to us...and captured the hearts

of many with her sweet smile & BIG voice! :)

Thanks go out to David, Jesse, Ben & Hanna, Cornerstone Christian Academy and all of Noelle's classmates & friends, Greater Napanee Gymnastics Club, Desert Stream Christian Fellowship and...

a special thanks to Noelle's Uncle David & Auntie Kim who travelled to Ottawa to be with Noelle

and cheer her on at her audition!

With sincere thanks,

Jonathan Maracle

P.S. If you would like to see video clips of Noelle's singing you can go to YouTube at: http://www.youtube.com/user/otsihseramusic

~ VOTE for 8 year old Noelle Maracle ~ ~ KSTAR Jr. Semi-finalist ~

2009-04-15T12:10:00.028-04:00

Jonathan & Linda Maracle

are pleased to present their daughter

Noelle Maracle

in her televised singing debut....

8 year old Noelle is a semi-finalist

on the TV show KARAOKE STAR JR (Ottawa Region)

See Noelle sing

on KSTAR JR Semi-finals show

Monday, April 20th, 2009

7:00pm EST

on YTV or CMT

If you like her singing, Please VOTE for Noelle!

Lots!!!

VOTING is open:

8pm Monday, April 20th to

midnight Sunday, April 26th

To VOTE go to:

http://www.kstarjr.com/

To see video footage of Noelle singing

(at home) visit her YouTube page at: http://www.youtube.com/user/otsihseramusic

New DVD - Drums of Thunder LIVE

2009-04-09T15:13:00.007-04:00

BROKEN WALLS

is pleased to present their highly anticipated DVD

"Drums of Thunder-One Night for God"

Broken Walls LIVE

Broken Walls and Kenshire Ministries have

united forces to release this ground-breaking

visual worship experience!

"Drums of Thunder - One Night for God"

brought together the distinctive sounds of

Broken Walls with corporate prayer and

First Nations believers dancing their prayers.

You'll want to release a war cry

as the Spirit moves you to dance

and sing a new song unto the King!

Filmed live at the Shreveport

Municipal Auditorium,

original "Home of the Louisiana Hayride",

Jonathan Maracle and Broken Walls

crossed ethnic, social, religious and

cultural barriers to bring

healing through this

divinely orchestrated worship event.

On SALE NOW ~ Price $22.oo USD

Available at:

www.brokenwalls.com (Canada & USA)

& www.flyinghawkproductions.com (International distribution)

Broken Walls Biography

2009-04-09T12:17:00.000-04:00

Broken Walls was conceived in 1995 by Jonathan Maracle (a Mohawk from Tyendinaga Territory in Ontario, Canada) while attending a conference called the Sacred Assembly in Ottawa/Hull. As different First Nations speakers shared, they spoke of the walls that have been built between the visitors to this land and the First Nations people, Jonathan began to see the need for these walls to be broken and wrote the song “Broken Walls” on the spot and performed it on the drum at this Gathering.

Broken Walls now consists of Bill Pagaran (Tlingit) from Palmer, Alaska on the drums, Kris DeLorenzi (Italian) from Thunder Bay, Ontario on bass and backup vocals, and Jonathan Maracle (Mohawk) lead vocalist and guitarist. Broken Walls base many of their songs on the ancient sounds of the First Nations People of North America and often perform around their large Pow Wow drum, singing songs of and to the Creator. The band has a team of First Nations Dancers that often accompany them in full regalia when they perform.

Broken Walls travels year round and has toured worldwide over the past 10 years performing in places such as Peru, Mexico, China, Hawaii, France, Germany, Switzerland, Australia, Israel, Costa Rica, and extensively across North America. They have taken the healing quality of their music into many places where restoration and reconciliation were needed, with great results.

Broken Walls has released 8 albums to date. Their latest CD, “The Father’s Dance”, released January 2008, is an inspiring musical journey and a call to freedom. This full band world music album has a distinctively Native American sound and beautifully unites traditional aboriginal sounds of rattles, Pow Wow drum, and Mohawk wind flute together with a blend of contemporary instruments. “The Father’s Dance” presents powerful songs with a message of restoration for the family, meant to stir the heart to dance in the presence of our Creator.