Bill Miller's early musical influences came in the form of the traditional songs he learned growing up on a Mohican reservation in northern Wisconsin and the roots music he heard on his family's radio. Over three decades since then, he has carved out a unique niche among folk singer-songwriters by blending Native American chant and flute with western folk and blues traditions. A powerful singer, superb guitarist, and master of the cedar flute, Bill links the two great, often clashing, civilizations by exploring Americana from the native point of view -- outside of the conventional American dream. He recently released two albums: the retrospective Spirit Songs: The Best of Bill Miller (Vanguard) highlights Bill's arresting melodies, inspiring lyrics, and unique folk-rock style, while Cedar Dream Songs explores the deeply spiritual qualities of Native American flute traditions. Currently residing in Nashville, Bill was one of three renowned Native Americans to be featured on PBS television's Songs of the Spirit, which aired last spring.