Introduction
Understanding this tradition
Tibetan Buddhist traditions use recitation of texts, mantras, instruments and monastic songs in a wide variety of rituals. The famous multiphonic grave voices of some monasteries represent only part of this sound universe.
First listening
Three things to hear
- Distinguish multiphonic voice, recitation and collective mantra.
- Listen to the role of instruments as sequence markers.
- Check the monastery, school and ritual indicated.
History and transmission
The Nyingma, Kagyu, Sakya, Gelug and Bön schools have developed their own repertoires. Monasteries transmit mnemonic scores, gestures and visualizations. L的exil after 1959 has created new centers in India, Nepal and the West, as well as international tours.
What does it look like?
Serious vocals, syllable recitation, long tubes, oboe, drums and cymbals can alternate. The song of a simple mantra by laity differs from a complex tantric liturgy led by specialists.
Where and why are we listening?
Many songs are prayers, invocations or parts of rituals that involve texts, initiations and visualizations. A Tibetan
Artists, works and albums
Three listening doors
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The Perfect Jewel
The Gyuto Monks Tantric Choir
Chosen songs with permission and monastic order expertise.Rain of Blessings
Lama Gyurme
An accessible presentation of devotional songs with Jean-Philippe Rykiel.Tibet, Tibet
Yungchen Lhamo
A Tibetan voice in exile between prayer, creation and international scene.Listen and transmit with respect
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