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Genghis Blues -- the movie! At once whimsical and profound, Genghis Blues chronicles the journey of blind blues legend Paul Pena as he discovers the ancient art of Tuvan throat singing and participates in the national competition. Belic's brand of freestyle filmmaking brings an infectious energy to this documentary, which is both a powerful, personal portrait of a musician and the story of a unique cultural exchange. Where Pena suffers personal injustice from being black and disabled at home, he experiences overwhelming acceptance, respect, and admiration in Tuva. Belic's playfully earnest camera captures Pena's excitement as he travels through the country, experiencing the drama of competition, witnessing spectacular performances, and astounding audiences with his musical ability. Genghis Blues is a testament to the transformative powers of music. The DVD contains additional footage: an interview with the filmmakers, and concert performance.
Genghis Blues Live in Concert. Paul "Earthquake" Pena, fresh from his triumphant conquest of Tuva (finishing first in the kargyraa division, and winning the crowd favorite award), charms the audience at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana with Kongar-ool Ondar. During some of the songs, images of Tuva are shown MTV-style. 63 great minutes.
Huun Huur Tu - DVD is here at last...
The next best thing to going to Tuva is... well, see for yourself!
Volume 1 includes a 1991 variety show and 1992 wrestling final. Highlights include Maxim Munzuk (star of Dersu Uzala) and his wife in parody and in person; a racy skit, Lama's Sin, and Tuvan hip-hop. 1 hour 40 minutes. ( Read the guide )
Tuva TV! All in color, with guides to help you understand the program!
Volume 2 features the 1992 hoomei festival, led off by 12-year-old Shaktar Shulban performing kargyraa. Shows all the great stars of throat singing. Includes Tuvan music videos. 2 hours. ( Read the guide )
Tuva TV! All in color, with guides to help you understand the program!
Volume 3 chronicles the visit by the XIVth Dalai Lama to Tuva. Uncut footage. 2 hours. ( Read the guide )
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The Story of the Weeping Camel DVD
$27.95
Tuva - Shamans and Spirits is an expedition from the capital of Kyzyl to isolated nomadic yurts of the central Asian steppes and remote alpine mountains where the Tuvan people are rediscovering their ancient Shamanic and Buddhist rituals and healing arts. We witness previously forbidden ceremonies, interviews with Shamans and Lamas, Tuvan throat-singing, nomadic feasts, and the daily life and celebrations of the people. VHS. 55 minutes.
