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Georgian folk music is a sophisticated polyphonic tradition originating from the Caucasus region, historically shaped by both ancient secular customs and Eastern Orthodox liturgical practices. Find upcoming Georgian Folk concerts in London below.
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A vocal-driven, underground sound.
Georgian folk music is a sophisticated polyphonic tradition originating from the Caucasus region, historically shaped by both ancient secular customs and Eastern Orthodox liturgical practices. This genre is characterized by complex vocal harmonies, often featuring three-part textures with intricate dissonances and unique scale systems that diverge from Western tempered tuning. Typical instrumentation includes the panduri and chonguri lutes, the salamuri flute, and the doli drum, which accompany diverse regional styles ranging from melancholic work songs to high-energy dance tunes. Its distinctive harmonic language maintains a strong semantic connection to both Byzantine chant and surrounding Middle Eastern modal traditions while remaining a foundational pillar of Georgian national identity.
Also known as: Georgian traditional music, Georgian polyphonic music, Kartuli khalkhuri musik'a