@@kazumakiryu3397 it cost $1500 with freight, it arrived with a bit of damage, I would advise you to get a hard case if you buy one which will probably cost an extra $200
My home page suggested The Hu to me. I was like, awesome UA-cam, how did you know? Since then I have been reading and watching videos about Chinggis Khaan, and I have decided to learn to play Morin Khuur in my fifties. I keep thinking too bad there was no internet when I was young. Seeing the rest of the world makes life so much more worthwhile.
Thanks for a great in-depth explanation into this wonderful and unique Mongolian musical instrument! Never would've known without your explanations how very differently it's played than other stringed musical instruments! Wish you all the best in your endeavors in the field of your pursuit!
I bought a morin khuur in UB many years ago, but couldn't find a teacher. So happy, you explain so well....I can't wait to go home from work and try it again! I also love your playing. So beautiful!
thank you! I bought my morin khuur in Nei Mongu amost 20 years ago and had to watch 'Story of the Weeping Camel' in an attempt to learn to play it - need more lessons like this!
My first encounter with the Morin Khuur was when I heard The Hu a few years ago. Then I stumbled over a video by Sun Kuaikuai. I was attracted to her eyes and beauty, but it only took me a few seconds to realize that she is also a skilled Morin Khuur player. So I looked up more of her videos on UA-cam and Baidu. I must say that I like the sound of the Morin Khuur but I don't know very much about it, so I find it very interesting when I come across videos like this one. I haven't had time to go through your channel yet so I don't know if you have more videos like this one, but I hope you will post more similar videos. The bow look like a modern cello bow while, like you said, the traditional bow is more like an arc. Is there any difference whatsoever between the two bow types when you play? Does the Morin Khuur come in different sizes, like alto, tenor, baryton? If so, how do you refer to them in Mongolian? I understand that the strings are made from hair from a horse's tail. How are they treated and made into strings? How do you string and tune the Morin Khuur? When and where did the Morin Khuur first occur and how and how wide did it spread in the world? Thank you for the video and for reading this lengthy comment.
Differences between the two bow types: Traditional arc-like bow is not tension adjustable, no standard size. Modern bow is made in one general size, and it's adjustable on the tension, allow you to change the bow tension based on your repertoires. Does the Morin Khuur come in different sizes? Traditionally, morin khuur doesn't have a standrad size, people make thier own instruments, some are tall and some intruments are small. Academically, students commonly uses standrad sized Morin Khuur, those instruments are come from factories. As I said in the video, you could see two standrad size of morin khuur nowadays, one from the Country Mongolia, another one from South Mongolia (both developed around 1980s). As for horse hair strings and bow, it's a lot to cover, like knowing which hair is best for bow and strings, cleaning, preparing and tensioning the hair,etc. Two ways of Morin Khuur Tuning: Perfect Forth and Perfect Fifth. I don't know exactly when and where did the Morin Khuur first occur, but we have lots of folklores towards our musical instruments' and its history. I'll have to research more on this topic. Hope I answered some of your questions, if you are interested, you could sign up for my morin khuur lessons, I'm teaching in Chicago area in person and others locations through online lesson.
I am just in the building stage of a Morin Khuur. Usually i build guitars. As soon as it's done, i'm sure questions will arise. 😅 thank you for the video. Great content.
hello from new zealand ive recently been working on a project that has left me with spare materials and so i plan to construct a morin khuur myself [for the most part] and learn it,
i love how many variation of sounds it can make for such simple yet beautiful instrument with only two strings, there is a Scandinavian instrument called a "tagelharpa" it can have 3 or 2 I've seen some with 4 strings it sounds quite similar.
Your video is very interesting ! 😍 In my Conservatory, 30 cellos will play a musical fairy tale about your instrument and your culture. Best regards from France !
@@naizalhargana The story : At the eastern end of the Central Asian steppes, far from any sea, is a large country, made up of mountains and arid plains but also vast forests and steppes as far as the eye can see, a paradise for wild horses. In this country, which is called Mongolia, there are huge plateaus in altitude where you come across antelopes, yaks, camels, hundreds of lakes and where an eternal blue sky is reflected. Sukhé, a little shepherd, discovers a pretty little white colt one morning under a tree...
Thank you so much! Such an amazing instrument! I would LOVE to learn to play the morin khuur... unfortunately, there are no teachers around where I'm based... :(((
@@naizalhargana do you know if it is possible for me to order a morin khuur online so that im able to learn? your playing was inspiring it motivated me to want to learn
Hello Naizal, I love this morin khuur after listening to the HU :). I really want to learn it. I'm in California, are you somewhere nearby so I can take some lessons from you?
I must say...I am intrigued. I've been researching bowed instruments and even bought a Chinese erhu. I am curious as to what the strange fingering (the index finger placed inside and against the side of the strong) achieves that makes it essential to playing the morin khuur. Can not the same be achieved by simply touching the strings cello- or erhu-style? If not, can you say WHY not?
Morin khuur has its own unique playing style and asthetics which cant not be compare with ER HU or Cello, thoes are great as well. I didn't quite understand your questions clearly, please be more specific.
Does this instrument commonly have a deeper tone a la a kind of cello sound or more of a violin sound? I've heard both in the Mongolian music I listen to. Does the soundbox size determine the tone?
the traditional way of tuning is lower, soundwise similar to a cello. Academically it is tuned to F and B flat in Mongolia(Wide sound box), and G and C in Inner Mongolia(Thin sound box).
Thank you for the explanation. I have been looking on the internet for a long time for such a manual. Do you teach the game on morin khuur over the internet?
My big issue is finding resources to learn songs. I already know cello so I am doing well with the bowing aspect of it, and I am getting more comfortable. My issue is mainly finding and understanding repertoire. Do you have any resorces?
Can you apply what you learn from the Morin Khuur to instruments such as the Kobyz? the reason I ask is because I really want to learn how to play the Kobyz but cannot find anyone that shows how.
Is it easy to make the same sound from Tangger Cavalry - Lone Wolf. Many interessing use of the instrument there, much from 1:50 and to the end. I also want to buy Morin Khuur and Tagelharpa, have any reliable place to buy Morin Khuur?
Hi Philip, Morin khuur blends pretty well with different styles of music. Tenger Calvary is a great example of having folk instruments into heavy metal set. One of the pioneer band inspired lots of Mongolian rock metal bands on their sound design. The Morin Khuur Part of [Lone Wolf] is not that hard to play. For your Morin Khuur purchase, I have no experience shopping Morin khuur online, so couldn’t tell which website is reliable. I suggest find your instrument through someone you know personally.
@@naizalhargana I agree, have listen them for a long time, very sad about Nature, was so much potensial there and i wanted to watch the band. Nine Treasures. Think it will be easier for me to learn Morin Khuur/Tagelharpa im not so good for other instruments
@@matheusborgesdacosta5647 I don’t recommend any website at this time since most of them ship directly from Mongolia. it’ll take forever to get your instrument until lockdown is over.
I had just bought a Morin Khuur from China Inner Mongolia but there isn't much lessons on Morin Khuur. Will you be doing lessons on youtube and/or be contactable? Thanks Much.
@Naizal Hargana Thank you Sir, but I already found a teacher in Singapore. I also left some enquires msg on your Facebook. I do love your presentation and hope you will release tutorials on youtube. 🙏
I will buy a Morin Khuur but It will be my first instrument and I don't have any knowledge about buy an instrument. I have a lot of questions in my mind. There is only one Morin Khuur seller in my country. They have 3 types of Morin Khuur and These Morin Khuurs have different voice ranges, necks and body sizes. I don't know which one will be best to buy. Can somebody help me?
Hello, I'm happy to answer your questions about purchasing a Morin Khuur. I'm curious that what is the location or store you said selling three types of Morin Khuur based on the ranges? That's not common at all, I have seen only a few ensembles using bass and high register Morin Khuur for their specific setting.
@@naizalhargana I'm really thankful for your reply. I mean beginner, standard and professional version by saying three types. As i said I don't have any knowledge so maybe they can mean another thing I don't know. But they was saying their Morin Khuur have different voice ranges and body sizes. I was planning to buy beginner version but after that I couldn't be so sure about that. Whatever, I'm from Turkey. If you want I can give store name or share some sound recording of their instrument with a link.
I just bought my first Morin Khuur so your lesson was very informative, I live in Australia so I’m pretty sure not many Morin Khuur players over here!
Nice, you gotta be the one in Australia!
@@naizalhargana no Bukhu Ganburged from Mongolia is the first in Australia
Was it expensive and how do u get them to Melbourne
@@kazumakiryu3397 it cost $1500 with freight, it arrived with a bit of damage, I would advise you to get a hard case if you buy one which will probably cost an extra $200
@@markeastonlimousine I don’t have that kind of money 💀💀
Waaaa you are so talented ( and handsome too) 🥰🥰🥰
I'd love to hear more of you playing Morin Khurr, love it ❤️❤️❤️
My home page suggested The Hu to me. I was like, awesome UA-cam, how did you know? Since then I have been reading and watching videos about Chinggis Khaan, and I have decided to learn to play Morin Khuur in my fifties.
I keep thinking too bad there was no internet when I was young. Seeing the rest of the world makes life so much more worthwhile.
Really appreciate your very clear explanation! Thanks from China (here for 35 years)
Thanks so much. I play a Western fiddle. Morin Khuur is amazing, and your skill is off the charts!
hey love from Turkey when heard the sound of the morin khuur i feel like i am riding a horse lol
I'm thinking of starting morin khuur. It is such an awesome instrument. Thanks for this video!
Thanks and Best Luck with learning Morin Khuur, feel free to ask questions :)
Thank you from S,C.USA
Thanks for a great in-depth explanation into this wonderful and unique Mongolian musical instrument! Never would've known without your explanations how very differently it's played than other stringed musical instruments! Wish you all the best in your endeavors in the field of your pursuit!
Greetings from China. Really appreciate your very clear explanation!
Hello from Byrayt republick! You amazing!
I bought a morin khuur in UB many years ago, but couldn't find a teacher. So happy, you explain so well....I can't wait to go home from work and try it again! I also love your playing. So beautiful!
Thank you very much for this. It's a beautiful instrument with precious little on it in English
thank you! I bought my morin khuur in Nei Mongu amost 20 years ago and had to watch 'Story of the Weeping Camel' in an attempt to learn to play it - need more lessons like this!
This honestly deserves more views! Great video!
Thanks and glad you enjoyed it :)
My first encounter with the Morin Khuur was when I heard The Hu a few years ago. Then I stumbled over a video by Sun Kuaikuai. I was attracted to her eyes and beauty, but it only took me a few seconds to realize that she is also a skilled Morin Khuur player. So I looked up more of her videos on UA-cam and Baidu. I must say that I like the sound of the Morin Khuur but I don't know very much about it, so I find it very interesting when I come across videos like this one. I haven't had time to go through your channel yet so I don't know if you have more videos like this one, but I hope you will post more similar videos. The bow look like a modern cello bow while, like you said, the traditional bow is more like an arc. Is there any difference whatsoever between the two bow types when you play? Does the Morin Khuur come in different sizes, like alto, tenor, baryton? If so, how do you refer to them in Mongolian? I understand that the strings are made from hair from a horse's tail. How are they treated and made into strings? How do you string and tune the Morin Khuur? When and where did the Morin Khuur first occur and how and how wide did it spread in the world?
Thank you for the video and for reading this lengthy comment.
Differences between the two bow types: Traditional arc-like bow is not tension adjustable, no standard size. Modern bow is made in one general size, and it's adjustable on the tension, allow you to change the bow tension based on your repertoires.
Does the Morin Khuur come in different sizes? Traditionally, morin khuur doesn't have a standrad size, people make thier own instruments, some are tall and some intruments are small.
Academically, students commonly uses standrad sized Morin Khuur, those instruments are come from factories. As I said in the video, you could see two standrad size of morin khuur nowadays, one from the Country Mongolia, another one from South Mongolia (both developed around 1980s).
As for horse hair strings and bow, it's a lot to cover, like knowing which hair is best for bow and strings, cleaning, preparing and tensioning the hair,etc.
Two ways of Morin Khuur Tuning: Perfect Forth and Perfect Fifth.
I don't know exactly when and where did the Morin Khuur first occur, but we have lots of folklores towards our musical instruments' and its history. I'll have to research more on this topic.
Hope I answered some of your questions, if you are interested, you could sign up for my morin khuur lessons, I'm teaching in Chicago area in person and others locations through online lesson.
I would love to learn more! Thank you
Awesome video , this is a beautiful instrument. Please could you recommend a website to buy a good one from.
Finally, an instrument to go along with khöömi.
I am just in the building stage of a Morin Khuur. Usually i build guitars. As soon as it's done, i'm sure questions will arise. 😅 thank you for the video. Great content.
Nice, I'd like to see your fiddle once it is done~
More videos about morin huur and igil pls
Thanks, see you all soon!
How much is it? Do you sell it?. I wanna to have once, it’s sound is so beautiful
hello from new zealand ive recently been working on a project that has left me with spare materials and so i plan to construct a morin khuur myself [for the most part] and learn it,
Best Luck~
i love how many variation of sounds it can make for such simple yet beautiful instrument with only two strings, there is a Scandinavian instrument called a "tagelharpa" it can have 3 or 2 I've seen some with 4 strings it sounds quite similar.
tahnk you!
Sain Bain uu uu Naizal , do you plan to make teaching videos of the Morin khuur in the not so far future?
Your video is very interesting ! 😍 In my Conservatory, 30 cellos will play a musical fairy tale about your instrument and your culture. Best regards from France !
Thanks so much. Can you share more information about the music and the event you mentioned? I’d love to check those out.
@@naizalhargana The story : At the eastern end of the Central Asian steppes, far from any sea, is a large country, made up of mountains and arid plains but also vast forests and steppes as far as the eye can see, a paradise for wild horses. In this country, which is called Mongolia, there are huge plateaus in altitude where you come across antelopes, yaks, camels, hundreds of lakes and where an eternal blue sky is reflected. Sukhé, a little shepherd, discovers a pretty little white colt one morning under a tree...
Thank you so much! Such an amazing instrument! I would LOVE to learn to play the morin khuur... unfortunately, there are no teachers around where I'm based... :(((
Get the fiddle and I'll teach you online LOL
@@naizalhargana that would be awesome! But is this doable at all?
@@aleksandrawodarczyk6612 yes, do you have your fiddle yet?
@@naizalhargana not yet. Putting some amounts aside every month to be able to buy it
@@naizalhargana do you know if it is possible for me to order a morin khuur online so that im able to learn? your playing was inspiring it motivated me to want to learn
i would love to know more about igil :) i bought one since a month and some good guidance mightbe definitely helpful
Nice! Good to hear you got the instrument. Btw, I checked your music, was so great !
@@naizalhargana thank you 🤗🤗
🤚
Hello Naizal, I love this morin khuur after listening to the HU :). I really want to learn it. I'm in California, are you somewhere nearby so I can take some lessons from you?
Yes, The Hu is definitely a great band to proud of. Btw, I'm in the Chicago area. The online class is available.
@@naizalhargana Didn't realize you are only few hours from me.
Today I bought one myself Hope I learn how top Play this Instrument
I will be very thankful sir if you will make Chinggis khanii magtaal tutorial on Morin khuur... please please
lol, I'll put it on my list, lots of works to be done
Thought you are from northern Mongolia :)
from the south kkk
is what you played at 1:12 an improv song or does it have a name, if its improv; great job sounds beautiful
kinda improvised while demonstrating the instrument, but it sounds almost like durvun oird, a traditional piece
I must say...I am intrigued. I've been researching bowed instruments and even bought a Chinese erhu. I am curious as to what the strange fingering (the index finger placed inside and against the side of the strong) achieves that makes it essential to playing the morin khuur. Can not the same be achieved by simply touching the strings cello- or erhu-style? If not, can you say WHY not?
Morin khuur has its own unique playing style and asthetics which cant not be compare with ER HU or Cello, thoes are great as well. I didn't quite understand your questions clearly, please be more specific.
@@naizalhargana I have myself to blame, I suppose. I apologize for that. Let me rethink my questions(s) and reach out again soon.
Does this instrument commonly have a deeper tone a la a kind of cello sound or more of a violin sound? I've heard both in the Mongolian music I listen to. Does the soundbox size determine the tone?
the traditional way of tuning is lower, soundwise similar to a cello. Academically it is tuned to F and B flat in Mongolia(Wide sound box), and G and C in Inner Mongolia(Thin sound box).
Thank you for the explanation. I have been looking on the internet for a long time for such a manual. Do you teach the game on morin khuur over the internet?
Yes, you could contact me on FB ~
@@naizalhargana Done! :)
My big issue is finding resources to learn songs. I already know cello so I am doing well with the bowing aspect of it, and I am getting more comfortable. My issue is mainly finding and understanding repertoire. Do you have any resorces?
Nice to hear you are looking deep. I do have printed scores and books with me. Let me know if you have questions on your Morin Khuur learning journey.
Can you apply what you learn from the Morin Khuur to instruments such as the Kobyz? the reason I ask is because I really want to learn how to play the Kobyz but cannot find anyone that shows how.
Hi, the instrument structures are pretty similar, but the Kobyz fingerstyle and holding position is different due to its size.
Is it easy to make the same sound from Tangger Cavalry - Lone Wolf. Many interessing use of the instrument there, much from 1:50 and to the end.
I also want to buy Morin Khuur and Tagelharpa, have any reliable place to buy Morin Khuur?
Hi Philip, Morin khuur blends pretty well with different styles of music. Tenger Calvary is a great example of having folk instruments into heavy metal set. One of the pioneer band inspired lots of Mongolian rock metal bands on their sound design.
The Morin Khuur Part of [Lone Wolf] is not that hard to play.
For your Morin Khuur purchase, I have no experience shopping Morin khuur online, so couldn’t tell which website is reliable. I suggest find your instrument through someone you know personally.
@@naizalhargana I agree, have listen them for a long time, very sad about Nature, was so much potensial there and i wanted to watch the band. Nine Treasures. Think it will be easier for me to learn Morin Khuur/Tagelharpa im not so good for other instruments
Where can I buy this strument? So beautifull!
Hey there. if you are in the US, I could get one for you, let me know
@@naizalhargana Im from Spain! Is this a problem? :(
@@matheusborgesdacosta5647 oh, sorry. I dont know anyone from Spain play Morin Khuur though
@@naizalhargana thanks for yout atention! Do you recomend any website?
@@matheusborgesdacosta5647 I don’t recommend any website at this time since most of them ship directly from Mongolia. it’ll take forever to get your instrument until lockdown is over.
did you play durvun oirad on the igil?
Nope, haven’t make a recording of that.
@@naizalhargana it sounds like you played it In the video at 1:10.
I had just bought a Morin Khuur from China Inner Mongolia but there isn't much lessons on Morin Khuur. Will you be doing lessons on youtube and/or be contactable? Thanks Much.
Hi, I teach both in person and online lessons, please contact me through facebook if you are interested~
@Naizal Hargana Thank you Sir, but I already found a teacher in Singapore.
I also left some enquires msg on your Facebook.
I do love your presentation and hope you will release tutorials on youtube. 🙏
Hello, are you related to Tamir hargana?
My brother
@@naizalhargana do you do online lessons? I can't find a morin khuur teacher in Southern California :(
@@14words4ever Hey there, Yes, I'm teaching both in-person and online in the Chicago area. Please let me know through Facebook.
Where to buy one?
I saw some posts on eBay, but not sure about the makers. dont buy them
Where I can get one and can I learn from you?
Yes, I’m teaching Morin khuur lessons, you could contact me on FB ~ thanks
I will buy a Morin Khuur but It will be my first instrument and I don't have any knowledge about buy an instrument. I have a lot of questions in my mind. There is only one Morin Khuur seller in my country. They have 3 types of Morin Khuur and These Morin Khuurs have different voice ranges, necks and body sizes. I don't know which one will be best to buy. Can somebody help me?
Hello, I'm happy to answer your questions about purchasing a Morin Khuur. I'm curious that what is the location or store you said selling three types of Morin Khuur based on the ranges? That's not common at all, I have seen only a few ensembles using bass and high register Morin Khuur for their specific setting.
@@naizalhargana I'm really thankful for your reply. I mean beginner, standard and professional version by saying three types. As i said I don't have any knowledge so maybe they can mean another thing I don't know. But they was saying their Morin Khuur have different voice ranges and body sizes. I was planning to buy beginner version but after that I couldn't be so sure about that. Whatever, I'm from Turkey. If you want I can give store name or share some sound recording of their instrument with a link.