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What is the name of the distinctive vocal style used in traditional Navajo ceremonies, characterised by a falsetto voice and rhythmic chanting, which has influenced contemporary Native musicians?

Answer: Yeibichai chant — Yeibichai songs are part of the Nightway ceremony, a nine-day healing ritual, and their unique falsetto style has been incorporated by Native American recording artists.

Yeibichai songs are part of the Nightway ceremony, a nine-day healing ritual, and their unique falsetto style has been incorporated by Native American recording artists.

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