World famous throat singing group to perform in Kilkenny
Huun Huur Tu, a legendary throat singing and world music group, are celebrating 30 years since their inception this year and are coming to Kilkenny as part of their 30 year anniversary tour in November.
Over the past three decades, Huun Huur Tu has established itself as the foremost throat singing and world music act, delighting audiences worldwide with their unique and captivating sound.
From the rolling hills of Tuva (a republic of Russia situated on the Mongolia-Russia border) to the world stage, Huun Huur Tu's music has transcended borders, cultures, and languages.
Their intricate and masterful use of traditional instruments such as the igil (horse head fiddle) and doshpuluur (3-stringed lute) have earned them numerous accolades and a legion of devoted fans.
Huun Huur Tu's breathtaking music transports you to another world, blending ancient rhythms with modern sensibilities.
It is a testament to their artistry that their music has stood the test of time and continues to be relevant, inspiring, and groundbreaking.
Celebrate with Huun Huur Tu as they mark 30 years of World Music excellence. Join them on their journey from the heart of central Asian culture, where music is a way of life.
Discover the magic of Huun Huur Tu and experience the power of their music firsthand.
Details of Huun Huur Tu's full Irish tour:
Mon 27th & Tues 28th November - Dublin, The Sugar Club
Wed 29th November - Kilkenny, The Set Theatre
Thurs 30th November - Connolly's of Leap, West Cork
Friday 1st December - Cork, Live at St. Luke's
Sat 2nd December - St. George's Cathedral, Leitrim
Sun 3rd December - Amharclann Gaoth Dobhair, Donegal
Steeped in Tuvan folklore, the ensemble wears traditional garb and accompanies themselves on string and percussion instruments, playing galloping rhythms that evoke the vast south Siberian steppe.
Their tightly structured pieces often imitate natural sounds, so that a song can be a literal representation of a Tuvan landscape.
Huun Huur Tu’s style could be best described as profoundly mysterious - a consequence of their traditional, ritual laryngeal chants descending from central Asian land of Tuva.
This unique song technique reside on developing an enthralling sound cosmos rich in undertones and overtones.
Since the group's inception, Huun Huur Tu has collaborated with musicians from many genres, such as Frank Zappa, The Chieftains, Johnny Guitar Watson, the Kodo Drummers, The Moscow Art Trio, The Kronos Quartet and Bulgarian women's singing group, Angelite.
Their recording "Eternal" is a collaborative effort with underground electronic musician, Carmen Rizzo.
Huun Huur Tu appeared on three songs on Bahamut, the debut album of New York-based blues group Hazmut Modine.
Their song "Osku Urug" is featured in the American television series Fargo episode, "The Law of Vacant Places”.