Genghis Blues (1999)

07/19/1999 (US) • 1h 27m

Documentary, Music

Overview

Blind blues musician Paul Pena is perhaps best known for his song "Jet Airliner". In 1993, Pena heard Tuvan throat singing over his shortwave radio and subsequently taught himself how to reproduce these extraordinary sounds. This documentary follows him to Tuva, where he takes part in a throat singing competition. Languages featured in the film include English, Russian and Tuvan.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

blues

tuva

throat singing

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