Inner Steppe

Behind the music:

Mongolian throat singing, also called khoomei, is a vocal technique where one singer produces a low drone while shaping higher whistle-like tones at the same time. It developed among nomadic herders as a way to echo natural sounds like wind, flowing water, and animal calls. Different styles focus on chest, throat, or nasal resonance, each creating a distinct tone color. The practice is closely tied to daily life, spiritual beliefs, and respect for the landscape. Today it is still taught orally and recognized worldwide as an important cultural tradition.