album · January 19, 1999

Tuva, Among the Spirits – Sound, Music & Nature in Sakha and Tuva

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A collection of field recordings from Siberia, "Tuva, Among the Spirits" documents the sonic landscapes and musical traditions of the Sakha and Tuva peoples. The album explores the deep connection between sound, music, and the natural world in these distinct cultural contexts.

• The album was recorded and compiled by musicologist Ted Levin. It features traditional throat singing, instrumental music, and environmental sounds.
• Smithsonian Folkways Recordings released the album in 1999. It is part of their extensive catalog of ethnographic and world music.
• The recordings offer a unique glimpse into the cultural practices and spiritual beliefs tied to the environment in Sakha and Tuva.

This is a compilation of field recordings from the Sakha and Tuva regions of Siberia. The album focuses on the intersection of sound, music, and the natural environment.