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In this workshop, Shohret Nur will demonstrate the techniques of Uyghur dutar and elucidate the different approaches to artistry embodied by two master Uyghur musicians: Musajan Rozi and Abduréhim Héyt. Beginning with details of his own musical life in Kashgar, Shohret will explain how the techniques of these two masters represent the distinct ways of playing dutar in northern and southern Xinjiang, and how these diverse sounds are attached to the peoples across this vast and culturally diverse region. With specific examples, he will analyze details of pieces in the region’s repertoire and provide deeper insight for audiences interested in the music of Central Asia. This event welcomes public participation with self-brought dutars. The speaker will teach hands-on techniques.
Bio
A Uyghur native from Kashgar, Shohret Nur (شوھرەت نۇر) is a music virtuoso on dutar and rawap. He studied these two Uyghur signature instruments at Xinjiang Arts Institute (新疆艺术学院) and was trained as a professional artist at the Institute’s acclaimed nationwide orchestra. Shohret earned a bachelor’s in ethnomusicology at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University in 2019. He then won a number of awards from the artistic authorities in both Xinjiang and Turkey, notably in music competitions showcased at Istanbul’s Sultan Ahmet Square and in a meritorious demonstration to the Turkish leadership. Shohret is now a leading artist at various ensembles across Turkey and the U.K., including the Istanbul Uyghur Sanat Ensemble and the Miras Silk Road Ensemble. Shohret is currently a research associate at SOAS, University of London.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
1630 Schoenberg Music Bldg, Los Angeles, CA, United States, California 90095, 445 Charles E Young Dr E, Los Angeles, CA 90095, United States,Los Angeles, California, Beverly Hills
