Richard Stepp
Richard's love of music and desire to make music began very early in life. He got his
first guitar and wrote the first of many songs at the age of eight. Over the years Richard
wrote many songs in various genres, but the last few years have been pretty much devoted to the Native American genre. Along with the guitar, Richard plays piano/keyboards, Native American flute and drums.
Richard's first album, The Sacred Journey, is somewhat like a book. Each song, like a chapter. It is a story---a true story about the first Americans. It is a story that continues---a story of tragedy and injustice, but it is also a story of endurance and beauty, of strength and courage. The Native American people, their history, culture, art and spirit are to be recognized and acknowledged. This is the purpose of "The Sacred Journey". Recently The Sacred Journey was nominated for a NAMMY Award in the Native Heart category.
Richard is working on another album called "Legends and Dreams" music for the spirit featuring the Native American flute. Unlike The Sacred Journey, it will be an instrumental.
Richard's desire for his music is that it will not just entertain but that it will enlighten the listener and give them a better understanding of Native American history and an appreciation for their story.