Our first evening in Mongolia we were welcomed with a special performance of traditional Mongolian music. Perhaps the most famous and amazing musical form from Mongolia is throat singing. Throat singing involves manipulations of the vocal cords and throat to create unique sounds. This article in Scientific American explains the science behind throat singing. Our welcome reception also provided us with an opportunity to meet our homestay host families. After we get back from the Gobi desert, we will stay with our host family for 2 nights. I am looking forward to experiencing day to day life with a Mongolian family.
WOW!!!!! The throat singing is so beautiful!!! I read about throat singing many years ago in "Tuva or Bust" by Richard Feynman, and I've always wanted to see it in person. What an amazing opportunity! It's so neat sounding! Have fun with your continuing adventures!!!
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