Immerse yourself in the vast Mongolian steppes with Nasanjargal Ganbold and Johanni Curtet.

In Mongolia, traditional music is deeply rooted in the natural environment and the nomadic way of life. At the heart of this sound ecology, Mongols engage in a dialogue with nature through their instruments and voices, blending praises with the art of throat singing.

Born in the Altai Mountains, the cradle of khöömii in western Mongolia, Nasanjargal Ganbold is a virtuoso of this unique vocal tradition. He also mastered traditional instruments such as the morin khuur (horsehead fiddle) and the tovshuur (lute). Alongside him, Johanni Curtet, a French ethnomusicologist and throat-singing specialist, brings depth to this musical journey.

Their collaboration gives rise to a concert where natural sounds, contemporary poetry, and improvisation intertwine, offering a profound immersion into the soul of Mongolian culture.

Recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2010, khöömii embodies the very essence of Mongolian musical tradition.

Artists

Nasanjargal Ganbold: khöömii, throat-singing, morin khuur fiddle, tovshuur lute, bishguur (oboe), mouth harp

Johanni Curtet: khöömii, throat-singing, dombra lute, guitar, mouth harp Presented by the Centre des musiciens du monde and Traquen’Art