November 8, 2026
Workshop
Mongolian Jaw Harps Workshop
Discover Three Traditional Mongolian Jaw Harps at Leuven Leisure, Belgium • Led by Mongolian jaw harp master Beatbox Ray
Discover the unique sound world of 3 Mongolian jaw harps
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Join us for an inspiring day exploring one of Mongolia's most fascinating musical traditions. During this hands-on workshop, you'll discover three different traditional Mongolian jaw harps, each with its own distinctive sound, playing technique, and musical character.
Under the guidance of Beatbox Ray, one of Mongolia's pioneering beatbox artists and founder of the Mongolian Ethnic Jaw Harp Players Association, you'll learn the fundamentals of playing the iron jaw harp, bamboo jaw harp, and the unique Mongolian bow harp. Throughout the day, Ray will also perform a selection of his own musical pieces, demonstrating the remarkable versatility and expressive possibilities of these traditional instruments.
Whether you're a complete beginner or already have musical experience, this workshop is designed to be accessible, interactive, and above all: enjoyable.
About the Venue
Located in the heart of Leuven on the historic Grote Markt, The Loft is a cozy workshop space situated beneath the wooden beams of an 18th-century building. Its intimate atmosphere makes it an ideal setting for cultural exchange, making music and learning.
Address: Boekhandelstraat 1, 3000 Leuven, Belgium
Program overview
Throughout this full-day workshop, participants will explore the basics of all three traditional Mongolian jaw harps through practical exercises, demonstrations, and group playing sessions. Beatbox Ray will introduce essential playing techniques, breathing, rhythm, and the characteristic sounds of each instrument.
What makes this workshop truly unique is Beatbox Ray's innovative musical approach. Alongside traditional techniques, he will demonstrate how modern beatbox can be combined with jaw harp playing, opening up exciting new creative possibilities.
All instruments will be available to use throughout the workshop. After the workshop, participants will have the opportunity to purchase authentic Mongolian jaw harps directly from Beatbox Ray. These handcrafted instruments are rarely available in Europe, making this a unique chance to begin or expand your own collection.
Date
November 8, 2026
Tijd
12:00 - 18:00
Locatie
Boekhandelstraat 1 (Grote Markt), 3000 Leuven
Price
€160
Duration
13:00 - 17:30
Language
English
Ervaring
Deze workshop is geschikt voor complete beginners én voor wie al wat ervaring heeft. Muzikale of zangervaring is niet nodig.
Included:
- Day workshop with Beatbox Ray
- Use of three traditional Mongolian jaw harps during the workshop
- Live musical demonstrations throughout the day
- Opportunity to purchase authentic Mongolian jaw harps directly from Mongolia
- Coffee, tea & refreshments
Bedankt voor jouw interesse! We nemen z.s.m contact met je op over jouw vraag.
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Het programma:
16.00 uur
Welkom met Mongoolse thee
16.30 uur
Start workshop deel 1
18.00 uur
Heerlijk gezamenlijk Mongools diner
19.00 uur
Start workshop deel 2
20.30 uur
Afronden avond
Het programma:
13.00 uur
Welkom met Mongoolse thee
13.30 uur
Start workshop
13.30-14.00 uur
Uitleg en presentatie over keelzang & boventonen algemeen
14.00-14.30 uur
Diverse oefeningen: Boventoonzang
14.30-14.45 uur
Korte pauze
14.45-15.15 uur
Diverse oefeningen: Keelzang techniek #1 ("Shakha Khuumei")
15.15-15.30 uur
Korte pauze
15.30-16.00 uur
Diverse oefeningen: Keelzang techniek #2 ("Kharkhiraa Khuumei")
16.00-16.30 uur
Afronden workshop
The Program:
Day 1
13.00
Welcome with traditional Mongolian tea
14.00
Start of Workshop #1
14.00-16.00
Plenty of time for the workshop
16.00
End of Workshop #1
17.00-18.00
Enjoy a delicious traditional Mongolian dinner
19.00
Start of Workshop #2
19.00-21.00
Plenty of time for the workshop
Avond
Free time
Day 2
08.30-09.15
Traditional Mongolian breakfast
9.30 uur
A relaxing nature walk
10.00 uur
Start of Workshop #3
10.00-12.00
Plenty of time for the workshop
12.00-12.30
Lunch
12.30 - 14.00
Free time
14.30
Start of Workshop #4
14.30-16.30
Plenty of time for the workshop
16.30
Closing of the workshop weekend
Het programma:
Dag 1
12.00 uur
Welkom met traditionele melkthee
13.00 uur
Start workshop #1
13.00-15.00 uur
Genoeg tijd voor de workshop en mogelijkheden om via de muzikanten meer te leren over muziek in Tuva!
15.00 uur
Afronden workshop
16.30-17.30 uur
Genieten van een heerlijk diner!
18.30 uur
Start workshop #2
18.30-20.00 uur
Genoeg tijd voor de workshop
Avond
Afronden
Dag 2
08.30-09.15 uur
Traditioneel ontbijt
9.30 uur
Wandeling in het prachtige en zeer unieke arboretum (bomenpark) van onze buren
10.00 uur
Start workshop #3
10.00-12.00 uur
Genoeg tijd voor de workshop
12.00-12.30 uur
Lunch
12.30 - 14.00 uur
Vrije tijd
14.30 uur
Start workshop #4
14.30-16.30 uur
Genoeg tijd voor de workshop
16.30 uur
Afronden
Het programma:
Dag 1
13.00 uur
Welkom met Mongoolse thee
14.00 uur
Start workshop #1
14.00-16.00 uur
Workshop #1: Wat zijn boventonen (theorie/demonstraties), hoe zing je boventonen (praktijk)
16.00 uur
Afronden workshop
17.00-18.00 uur
Genieten van een heerlijk Mongools diner!
19.00 uur
Start workshop #2
19.00-21.00 uur
Workshop #2: Keelzangtechniek ontdekken en combineren met boventoonzang
Avond
Vrije tijd (ofwel rust moment, ofwel samen genieten / jammen, etc!)
Dag 2
08.30-09.15 uur
Typisch Mongools ontbijt
9.15 uur
Onder begeleiding van Giovanni maken we onze eigen boventoonfluit
11.00 uur
Start workshop #3
11.00-13.00 uur
Workshop #3: Lage keelzangtechniek ontdekken + de basis van boventoonfluit spelen leren
13.00-13.45 uur
Lunch
13.45 - 14.15 uur
Vrije tijd
14.15 uur
Start workshop #4
14.30-16.30 uur
Workshop #4: Herhalen van alle zangoefeningen + verdere focus op het bespelen van boventoonfluit
16.30 uur
Afronden
Het programma:
Dag 1
14.00 uur
Welkom op traditionele wijze + muziek + kennismaking
16.00 uur
Start workshop #1
16.00-18.00 uur
Genoeg tijd voor de workshop en mogelijkheden om via Saran meer te leren over Mongolië!
18.30 uur
Afronden workshop
18.45-20.00 uur
Genieten van een heerlijk diner!
20.15-21.00 uur
Live huiskamerconcert door Mongoolse gastmuzikanten
Avond
Enkele typische traditionele spelletjes + vrije tijd
Dag 2
08.30
Typisch Mongools ontbijt, waar jullie mogen assisteren in bereiding
9.30 uur
Ontbijt
10.15 uur
Wandeling in het prachtige en zeer unieke arboretum (bomenpark) van onze buren
12.30 uur
Start workshop #2
14.30 uur
Genieten van een heerlijke lunch!
15.30 uur
Mooie foto maken op traditionele Mongoolse wijze (voor wie wil!)
16-17.00 uur
Afronding
The Program:
Day 1
14.00
Welcome with traditional Mongolian tea
16.00
Start of Workshop #1
16.00-18.00
Plenty of time for the workshop, with opportunities to learn more about Mongolia from Saran.
18.30
End of Workshop #1
18.45-20.00
Enjoy a delicious dinner
Evening
Free time
Day 2
08.30
Traditional Mongolian breakfast preparation (participants are welcome to help)
9.30
Breakfast
10.15
A relaxing nature walk
12.30
Start of Workshop #2
14.30
Enjoy a delicious lunch
16-17.00
Closing of the workshop weekend
Who makes this possible?
Beatbox Ray
Musician
Beatbox Ray (Narandelger Byambaa) is one of Mongolia's pioneering beatbox artists and the founder of both the Mongolian National Beatbox Association and the Mongolian Ethnic Jaw Harp Players Association. His unique performances combine beatbox with traditional Mongolian jaw harps and other indigenous instruments, creating a distinctive musical style that bridges ancient traditions and contemporary music. As both a performer and teacher, he has represented Mongolia at festivals and cultural events throughout Asia and Europe.
Rowan Hartsuiker
Host @ Altai
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.