In this 3-part immersive course, you will:

• Learn the three main styles of Tuvan throat singing: Khöömei, Kargyraa, and Sygyt, along with sub-styles and their cultural significance
• Explore the shamanic applications of throat singing in traditional Tuvan animism and Buddhist meditation
• Study the mechanics and theory of overtone singing—how layered frequencies are produced within the human voice
• Understand the cultural and geographical roots of Tuvan throat singing, shaped by the landscape and lineage
• Practice ancient melodies passed down orally from master to student through generations
• Examine the language and sound structure behind these styles, connecting phonetics to vibration and resonance
• Tap into the ancient role of sound as a spiritual technology, preserving an endangered and sacred tradition

ALL SKILL LEVELS ARE WELCOME!!!

With over two decades of firsthand training from Khöömei masters, Enrique Ugalde has honed his craft under the guidance of distinguished throat singers such as Monguun-ool Ondar, Aldyn-ool Sevek, Igor Koshkendey, Aldar Tamdyn, Vladimir Ouidupaa, and Nachyn Choduu. Additionally, he has worked as a studio engineer at the Tuvan Cultural Center, creating a comprehensive database of recordings by master musicians from Tuva.