In the beautiful medieval town of Romainmôtier, Switzerland, you can experience Europe's very first Throat Singing Festival! Enjoy breathtaking live concerts, an exciting throat singing competition, immersive workshops, and much more.
Experience Europe’s first-ever Throat Singing Festival in the stunning medieval town of Romainmôtier, Switzerland! Enjoy mesmerizing concerts in the country’s oldest church, an exhilarating throat singing competition, hands-on workshops, and delicious food and drinks. Dive into the rich traditions of Mongolia, Tuva, and the Altai region through captivating performances, traditional instruments, and folk dance. Whether you're a throat singing enthusiast, a world music lover, or simply curious about ancient vocal arts, this vibrant celebration promises an unforgettable experience!
Immerse yourself in a weekend of music, culture, and tradition! From mesmerizing concerts and thrilling competitions to hands-on workshops and delicious Mongolian cuisine, there's something for everyone to experience.
The festival kicks off Friday with an incredible live concert in Switzerland’s oldest church by Duplessy & The Violins of the World. Especially for this event, they’ve crafted a program that weaves a musical journey through the Steppes—a truly unique experience!
Experience incredible live concerts by top Mongolian bands, with a special focus on throat singing. Enjoy the rich sounds of traditional instruments like the Morin Khuur (Horsehead Fiddle), Tovshuur, Tsuur (Flute), Jaw Harps, and more!
Calling all throat singers! Join Europe’s first-ever throat singing competition, open to all levels—beginner to pro. Showcase your skills before an expert jury, judged on technique, creativity, and musicality. Register here.
Want to learn the basics of throat and overtone singing? Join daytime workshops led by professional throat singers and explore this unique vocal art!
Throughout the day, enjoy fascinating talks and demonstrations, including talks about Tuvan and Mongolian throat singing, insights into one of Mongolia's oldest instruments, the Tsuur flute, and the recently revived Altai Harp, rediscovered in a cave grave in Western Mongolia in 2008.
Curious about traditional foods? During the festival, indulge in authentic flavors like fried dumplings, Mongolian barbecue, and more delicious treats!
See beautiful artwork by Mongolian artist Bekhbaatar Enkhtur and explore a variety of beautiful Mongolian souvenirs, products and crafts!
The festival takes place in the medieval town of Romainmôtier, nestled in a stunning region of Switzerland, surrounded by forests, caves, rivers, and waterfalls.
Live concert of Duplessy & The Violons of the World with their Mongolian themed set in the beautiful abbey church of Romainmôtier.
Important: The program for this day is subject to change. Please check back for updates once we finalize the program.
| Location: | Gardens in Praël | House of the Monks | Parish Center | AImaM Room | Yurt in Praël | Hall in Praël |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | Khuumei Workshops | Exposition of Mongolian artist | Mongolian tales for children | Khuumei / Throat Singing Competition | ||
| 14:00 | Biyelgee dance (UNESCO) | |||||
| 15:00 | Tsuur flute demonstration (UNESCO) | Mongolian tales for children | ||||
| 16:00 | Khuumei Workshops | |||||
| 17:00 | Biyelgee dance (UNESCO) | |||||
| 18:00 | Altai Harp Demonstration & Lecture | |||||
| 19:00 | Award ceremony | |||||
| 20:00 | Live Concert #1 | |||||
| 21:30 | Live Concert #2 | |||||
| 22:45 | Live Concert #3 | |||||
| 00:00 | The end | |||||
Are you a throat singer, whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or professional? Compete alongside fellow throat singers and showcase your skills in front of an expert jury. The jury will evaluate performances based on three key aspects: technique, creativity, and musicality. But most importantly, it's all about having fun and celebrating the incredible art of throat singing!
We're honored to have throat singers from all over the world supporting us. Though not everyone can be physically present, their digital presence inspires us, showing how throat singing connects people globally.
There couldnt be a more beautiful place for our first edition of this festival: The medieval town of Romainmôtier, nestled in a stunning region of Switzerland, surrounded by forests, caves, rivers, and waterfalls.
Echoes of the Steppe is organized and planned by Henosis SA, an organization with a heart for sharing unique cultures and arts in Switzerland.
www.henosis.ch
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