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September 6 & 7
Throat Singing Workshop

Weekend “Throat Singing & Overtones” with four Tuvan masters

A truly unique opportunity: to be accompanied by as many as four professional throat singers from Tuva for a weekend — in a small group, with space for personal guidance, 1-on-1 sessions and group sessions.

Unique learning weekend with four Tuva masters

For the first time, Altai Yurt is organizing a two-day workshop under the supervision of four master singers from Tuva. This workshop is a exclusive opportunity to learn the deep sounds of guttural singing from artists who have mastered this art from an early age and represent it on world stages. Due to the small number of participants, there is lots of personal attention and space for 1-on-1 sessions! You'll get feedback on your technique, support in your development and the chance to sing, learn and inspire each other together.

Whether you're just starting out or already have experience, this weekend offers you a chance to really learn to sing — from people who grew up with this tradition. You will receive personal attention, practical exercises and space to practice overtones, breathing, resonance and sound formation. You sing, listen, try and discover together - in a way that is not possible anywhere else in the Netherlands!

What to expect?

During this weekend, we'll dive into the different styles of Tuvan throat singing, including: Khoomei — the basic style with strong overtones. Sygyt — clear and flute-like overtone. Kargyra — deep, resonant and grounding.

You will also learn about the cultural background, breathing technique, sound structure, instruments and more. In the group sessions, you learn to listen, tune in and create sounds together. In the individual moments, you will receive personal tips, exercises and coaching.

Between sessions, we provide delicious meals, relaxation, and the opportunity to ask questions or just be in touch with these special guests!

Date
September 6 & 7
Tijd
Locatie
Price
€475, - p.p.
Duration
2 days + overnight stay
Min. aantal personen
Language
English/Dutch/Russian
Included:
  • Overnight stay included
  • (You may share a bedroom!)
  • Includes: Mongolian dinner, lunch, and breakfast
  • Includes: coffee/tea/fruit/cookie
  • Duration: from 1 pm to approximately 5 pm next day
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Availability:
8 more spots
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Who makes this possible?

Rowan Hartsuiker
Host @ Altai

At the age of 17, around 2006, Rowan fell under the spell of music from Mongolia. He soon travelled to Mongolia to further explore the country and culture. Since then, Mongolian music and traditions have become an integral part of his daily life. In 2014, he married Saran, and together they have been working on their dream ever since: sharing Mongolian culture and music in the Netherlands through their concept Altai.

Saran Myagmarsuren
Host @ Altai

Saran grew up in rural Mongolia, surrounded by the country's traditions, rituals, and rich culture. After moving to the Netherlands in 2002, she continued to cherish her Mongolian roots. In 2014, she married Rowan, and together they are working on their shared dream: introducing Mongolian culture and hospitality to the Netherlands through their concept. Altai.

Igor Koshkendey
Gastmuzikant

Igor Koshkendey, een van de meest gerespecteerde culturele ambassadeurs van Tuva, heeft driemaal de Grand Prix van de Internationale Keelzangcompetitie gewonnen en ontving een Latin Grammy voor zijn werk. Als meester in meerdere stijlen van keelzang is hij momenteel directeur van het Nationaal Cultureel Centrum van Tuva in Kyzyl en zal hij als officieel jurylid optreden tijdens de competitie in Zwitserland.

Koshkendey Choldug
Gastmuzikant

Choldug, de zoon van Igor Koshkendey, wordt algemeen beschouwd als een van de meest getalenteerde jonge keelzangers van Tuva. Hij heeft al meerdere prijzen ontvangen voor zijn vocale talent en wordt gezien als een rijzende ster in de wereld van traditionele muziek.

Damdyn Dalai
Gastmuzikant

Dalai behoort tot de uitblinkers van de nieuwe generatie Tuvaanse keelzangers en heeft op vele nationale en internationale festivals opgetreden. In 2018 won hij de Grand Prix tijdens de Khoomei-wedstrijd van het symposium. Hij is afgestudeerd aan de Staatsuniversiteit van Tuva en trad op met het studentenensemble “Dyngylday.”

Dongak Naidan
Gastmuzikant

Naidan is een begaafd keelzanger en muzikant, bekend om zijn krachtige stem en diepgaande muzikale kennis. Hij heeft ook verschillende prijzen gewonnen voor zijn optredens.

The program:

4 p.m.
Welcome to Mongolian tea
4:30 p.m.
Start workshop part 1
6 p.m.
Delicious Mongolian dinner together
7 p.m.
Start workshop part 2
8:30 p.m.
Finishing up the evening
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The program:

1 p.m.
Welcome to Mongolian tea
1.30 p.m.
Start workshop
1:30-2:00 p.m.
Explanation and presentation about throat singing & overtones in general
2 p.m. to 2.30 p.m.
Various exercises: Overtone singing
2.30-2.45 p.m.
Short break
2:45 p.m. — 3:15 p.m.
Various exercises: Throat Singing Technique #1 (“Shakha Khuumei”)
3:15-3:30 p.m.
Short break
3.30-4 p.m.
Various exercises: Throat singing technique #2 (“Kharkhiraa Khuumei”)
4.00-4.30 p.m.
Completing the workshop
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The program:

Day 1
1 p.m.
Welcome with Mongolian tea
2 p.m.
Start workshop #1
2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Plenty of time for the workshop and opportunities to learn more about music in Mongolia through Rowan!
4 p.m.
Completing the workshop
5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Enjoy a delicious Mongolian dinner!
7 p.m.
Start workshop #2
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Plenty of time for the workshop
Evening
Free time
Day 2
8:30-9:15 a.m.
Typical Mongolian breakfast
9:30 a.m.
Walk in our neighbor's beautiful and very unique arboretum (tree park)
10 a.m.
Start workshop #3
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Plenty of time for the workshop
12:00-12:30 p.m.
Lunch
12.30 - 14.00
Free time
2.30 p.m.
Start workshop #4
2.30-4.30 p.m.
Plenty of time for the workshop
4:30 p.m.
Finalize
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Het programma:

Dag 1
12.00 uur
Welkom met traditionele melkthee
13.00 uur
Start workshop #1
13.00-15.00 uur
Genoeg tijd voor de workshop en mogelijkheden om via de muzikanten meer te leren over muziek in Tuva!
15.00 uur
Afronden workshop
16.30-17.30 uur
Genieten van een heerlijk diner!
18.30 uur
Start workshop #2
18.30-20.00 uur
Genoeg tijd voor de workshop
Avond
Afronden
Dag 2
08.30-09.15 uur
Traditioneel ontbijt
9.30 uur
Wandeling in het prachtige en zeer unieke arboretum (bomenpark) van onze buren
10.00 uur
Start workshop #3
10.00-12.00 uur
Genoeg tijd voor de workshop
12.00-12.30 uur
Lunch
12.30 - 14.00 uur
Vrije tijd
14.30 uur
Start workshop #4
14.30-16.30 uur
Genoeg tijd voor de workshop
16.30 uur
Afronden
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The program:

Day 1
1 p.m.
Welcome with Mongolian tea
2 p.m.
Start workshop #1
2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Workshop #1: What are overtones (theory/demonstrations), how to sing overtones (practice)
4 p.m.
Completing the workshop
5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Enjoy a delicious Mongolian dinner!
7 p.m.
Start workshop #2
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Workshop #2: Discover and combine throat singing technique with overtone singing
Evening
Free time (either a moment of rest, or enjoying/jamming together, etc!)
Day 2
8:30-9:15 a.m.
Typical Mongolian breakfast
9:15 a.m.
Guided by Giovanni, we make our own overtone flute
11 a.m.
Start workshop #3
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Workshop #3: Discovering the low-throat singing technique + learning the basics of playing the overtone flute
13.00-13.45 hours
Lunch
1:45 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Free time
2:15 p.m.
Start workshop #4
2.30-4.30 p.m.
Workshop #4: Repeating all singing exercises + further focus on playing overtone flute
4:30 p.m.
Finalize
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The program:

Day 1
2 p.m.
Welcome in a traditional way + music + introduction
4 p.m.
Start workshop #1
4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Plenty of time for the workshop and opportunities to learn more about Mongolia through Saran!
6:30 p.m.
Completing the workshop
6:45 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.
Enjoy a delicious dinner!
8:15-9 p.m.
Live living room concert by Mongolian guest musicians
Evening
Some typical traditional games + free time
Day 2
08.30
Typical Mongolian breakfast, where you can assist in preparation
9:30 a.m.
breakfast
10:15 a.m.
Walk in our neighbor's beautiful and very unique arboretum (tree park)
12:30 p.m.
Start workshop #2
2.30 p.m.
Enjoy a delicious lunch!
3:30 p.m.
Take a nice photo in the traditional Mongolian way (for those who want!)
16-5 p.m.
Completion
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The program:

Day 1
2 p.m.
Welcome to traditional Mongolian tea
4 p.m.
Start workshop #1
4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Plenty of time for the workshop and opportunities to learn more about Mongolia through Saran!
6:30 p.m.
Completing the workshop
6:45 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.
Enjoy a delicious dinner!
Evening
Free time
Day 2
08.30
Typical Mongolian breakfast, where you can assist in preparation
9:30 a.m.
breakfast
10:15 a.m.
Walk in our neighbor's beautiful and very unique arboretum (tree park)
12:30 p.m.
Start workshop #2
2.30 p.m.
Enjoy a delicious lunch!
16-5 p.m.
Completion
Koop je ticket