German and Klavdia Khatylaev, Sakha musicians (Special Event)

Music from SakhaFrom the Siberian Far East in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), German and Klavdia Khatylaev are a husband and wife duo of musical artists. Their spiritual folk music expresses a deep connection to the land and to the nomadic traditions of the Sakha (Yakut) people. The Khatylaevs utilize traditional techniques of the nearly lost musical practices of Sakha. Their music includes imitations of nature such as the songs of birds and horses' hooves on frozen lands, as well as ecstatic breathing and shamanic spirit calls. They began their musical odyssey in 1987 and were the first to rejuvenate several Sakha musical instruments that had almost disappeared. These include several string and drum-based instruments. They also play the khomus (Jaw harp, Jew?s harp) as true virtuosos. Their technique and style is a combination of innovation and tradition, enabling new forms of musical expression to harmoniously blend with an understanding of their cultural history.?$10 donation admission. Town of Glen Echo residents free, as usual, in thanks to allowing us to use your town hall.Photo: Ethno musicians Klavdia and German Khatylaev from Sakha Republic (Siberia, Russia)