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Miao Mouthorgans & Other Rare Instruments in Guizhou, Sichuan, China
On a new compilation tracking the performances of various mouth organ groups in the region, Sub Rosa head Guy Marc Hinant levels a timely critique at the commodification of southern Chinese traditional styles native to Guizhou Province. Though he uses the term Miao here, he also reflects on the label's unfortunate popularisation as a product of global market economisation, a trend which between 2006 and 2013 he witnessed first hand, having lived in the area of Dali, Yunnan. This arresting eight-track compilation follows Hinant's very real effort to champion authentic, non-commercial musicians over and above ethno-touristic copycats and recuperators, resulting in this reverent, on-the-ground collection of wedding dances and travelling songs.
A1
Unknown Artist - Miao Three Mouthorgans (Guizhou)
A2
Unknown Artist - Hua Miao Wedding Dance (Sichuan)
A3
Unknown Artist - Hmoob Dongliang (Guizhou)
B1
Unknown Artist - Hua Miao Hulushen (Sichuan)
B2
Unknown Artist - Hmoob Mouthorgans (Guizhou)
B3
Unknown Artist - Gelao Gupiaoqin (Guizhou)
B4
Unknown Artist - Galao Canon Singing (Guizhou)
B5
Unknown Artist - Shui Miao Travelling Song (Guizhou)

