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The Music of Central Asia with Tamir Hargana

Please join us for an introduction to the music of Central Asia with singer and multi-instrumentalist Tamir Hargana. A native of Mongolia, Mr. Hargana is an expert in khoomii (Mongolian and Tuvan overtone throat singing) and several types of folk instruments, including the morin khuur (Horse-head fiddle), Tuvan fiddle (igil), Tuvan lute (doshpuluur), and Mongolian lute (tovshuur). He will demonstrate the technique of traditional throat singing and explain the background and differences between the Mongolian and Tuvan style. He will also demonstrate how to accompany throat singing with traditional instruments and participants will have an opportunity to practice throat singing techniques.

Tamir has won many awards and prizes in throat singing competitions in Mongolia, Russian, Tuva, and China. He has performed and given workshops throughout the United States and abroad including Mongolia, Russia, Taiwan, Indonesia, and China.

Instagram: Tamir Hargana (@tamirhargana) 

Website: Tuvergen Band

 

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This program is a collaboration between the Chicago Public Library and the Chinese Fine Arts Society in celebration of Asian American, Pacific Islander and Native Hawaiian Heritage Month. 

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New Philharmonic performs Butterfly Lovers Violin Concerto

Join us at the McAninch Arts Center on April 12 and 13 as New Philharmonic presents an unforgettable evening of music. Experience the Chinese legend of love and destiny with Butterfly Lovers Concerto, featuring award-winning Chinese American violinist Yang Liu, performing surrounded by the glow of hundreds of candles. The emotions of a fated destiny continue in Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony.
 
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