Today we will greet you with the performances of Art Group "Guru Songs" from Inner Mongolia, China. The group has appeared on various scenes since 2009. On their tenth anniversary, the performers were highly praised with Golden medal and Grand Prix nomination Golden "Orpheus" in the IX edition of the "World Folk" Championship. The group became the Absolute World Champion of Folklore for 2019, taking first place in the final standings and received Golden medal, "Golden Orpheus" and a check in amount of 1000 Euro.

On the stages of the World Championship, the group showed traditional solemn Ordos songs preserved only in the Hangjin area. The group is named after tunes known as "guru" which means nation and country.

Art director of "Guru Songs" is Mr Murun and he has shared: "These songs are ancient, they tell ancient stories with their long tunes. They are performed during ceremonies and celebrations. They have declared our National Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2008. All members are wearing national costumes and they are playing national Mongolian instruments." 

Learn more about the history of Inner Mongolia and enjoy the performances from the Absolute World Folklore Champions in 2019.

Enjoy watching!