Interesting Instrument: Hang Drum
Technically, players don't like them to be called "drums". They are similar in principle to steel pans used in calypso music. Quite a unique and captivating sound. Notice how strong the sound can be with even the most gentle touch.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Listening Log: "Seisouso" from Quidam
This week, we listened to a tune from Cirque du Soleil's show "Quidam". Here's the official trailer for the show, which happens to be my favorite of all the Cirque shows.
Mongolian Throat Singing
Sorry MSers, I thought I had uploaded these last week! Our final clips celebrating the
"Amazing Human Voice" are of the phenomenon of throat singing. There are a few styles, including those that use overtones (my favorite). If you want a completely different approach from the typical Mongolian/Tuvan/Chinese/ Siberian style, check out the Inuit Indian style of throat singing. So different from what our western ears expect, but amazing!
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