HUUN-HUUR-TU

Description

In 1992, Sasha Bapa, his brother Sayan, Kaigal-ool Khovalyg, and Albert Kuvezin founded the group KUNGURTUK to focus on presenting old and forgotten songs from their homeland. On one hand, they are committed to preserving these songs; on the other hand, their concerts demonstrate the importance of the connection between tradition and innovation. Later, the ensemble's musicians decided to rename it HUUN-HUUR-TU. Kaigal-ool Khovalyg Vocals (Khöömei, Sygyt, Kargyraa), Igyl
Radik Tyulyush Vocals (Barbang-Nadyr), Byzaanchi, Khomuz (Jew's harp)
Alexej Saryglar Vocals (Sygyt), Tuyug (horse hooves), Tungur (shaman drum), Igyl
Sayan Bapa Vocals (Kargyraa & Khöömei), Toschpulur, Guitar, throat singing and overtone singing from Tuvin is one of the most fascinating vocal techniques in the world, and HUUN-HUUR-TU master its various styles. There is an unmistakable ritual character in this music, but HUUN-HUUR-TU also presents a strongly rhythmic orientation, contrasting with meditative tendencies. This fascinating overtone singing, which can sound up to three melodies simultaneously, remains deeply mysterious. Traditionally, Tuvan music was mostly performed by soloists, and musicians specialized in a particular genre or style. These genres and styles, in turn, originate from specific social occasions. HUUN-HUUR-TU's eclectic performances of old songs and melodies as a group, accompanied by instruments, move between all elements of Tuvan musical life. To Western ears, they sound fascinatingly exotic, yet simultaneously contemporary and modern.

Highlights

• Masterful performance of Tuvan throat singing and overtone singing
• Eclectic performances of old songs and melodies
• Ritualistic and rhythmic musical traditions

General Information

HUUN-HUUR-TU is an ensemble dedicated to presenting and preserving traditional Tuvan music. The group combines old songs with innovative elements and offers a unique concert experience at Werkraum Warteck pp in Basel.

Location

Burgweg 7, 4058 Basel, Switzerland

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