Chirgilchin is one of the premier Tuvan throat singing ensembles. They have been singing for over 20 years, including collaborating with Laurie Anderson. They have a woman as ensemble member, as women expand their participation in the art form. And yes, the name of their group translates to "dance of the air in the heat of the day" or miracle.
They perform Tuesday free at City Hall at 5. From 6-8 they are offering a workshop. Wednesday they perform a concert at 8.
Tuva is a Russian Autonomous Area in Siberia. It entered the Western consciousness with a book about Nobel physicist Richard Feynman's obsession to travel there. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scc0ZnZ4AN8.
But a Portland musician's obsession to travel there, study Tuvan throat singing, and study the indigenous land-based religion was realized. In turn, when Tuvan musicians tour, they visit little Portland.
Soriah is that Portland musician and he performs here about two or three times a year. It is a supreme honor for Soriah to join Chirgilchin on stage Wednesday.
Chirgilchin - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgJhrZn8o-s
Soriah - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-xrdGb81kg
Performance and workshop Tuesday. At Portland City Hall 1221 SW 4th. Performance 5PM Free. Workshop 6PM-8 $40
Performance Wednesday. Minors must be accompanied by an adult due to OLCC rules. At Alberta Rose Theater www.albertarosetheatre.com 3000 NE Alberta 8PM $25
