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On Sunday, August 30, Altai presents a special concert with Baatarsuren Chadraabal and Rowan Hartsuiker at DOT Groningen. Known for its immersive projections and remarkable acoustics, this iconic dome creates a unique atmosphere for an evening of Mongolian music and sound.
Baatarsuren is a master throat singer and instrument maker from Western Mongolia, where the tradition of throat singing is deeply rooted. Together with Rowan, he creates rich and layered soundscapes in which voice and instrument merge into one immersive musical experience.
During the concert, audiences will journey through traditional Mongolian songs, throat singing, and instrumental music. Expect an intense and mesmerizing experience featuring khöömii (throat singing), morin khuur (horsehead fiddle), tovshuur, and Mongolian harp — sounds that resonate beautifully within the dome and transport listeners to the vast landscapes of Mongolia.
This concert is part of Baatarsuren’s European tour, organized together with Altai, featuring concerts, workshops, and cultural retreats throughout Europe.
The dome of DOT Groningen offers an almost cinematic setting where sound and space blend together. Its architecture enhances the resonance of the music, turning the concert into a deeply atmospheric and almost meditative experience.
An unforgettable evening for lovers of world music, sound, culture, and the timeless musical traditions of the Mongolian steppe.
Rowan became fascinated by the music of Mongolia around 2006 at the age of seventeen. Soon after, he traveled to Mongolia to explore the country and its culture more deeply. Since then, Mongolian music and traditions have become an inseparable part of his daily life. In 2014, he married Saran, and together they have worked ever since on their shared dream: introducing Mongolian culture and music to Europe through Altai.
Born in Chandman Sum, Khovd Province, Mongolia, Baatarsuren studied Mongolian throat singing and traditional music at the Music and Dance College in Ulaanbaatar. Over the years, he has performed with various ensembles and has grown into a respected musician, teacher, and talented instrument maker. He received several awards, including first prize in the solo category at the International Throat Singing Festival in Tuva in 2019 and second prize in 2017.
