Top Performers of Traditional Ballads Unveiled at the Iasi Festival
In the heart of Yakutia, the cultural hub of Siberia, the annual "Dyürüsken kuolas" folk song competition took place during the celebration of Ysyakh Tuimaady-2024 in Us Khatin. This year's event was a resounding success, bringing together a diverse array of talented performers from across the region.
The adult category saw intense competition, with several groups vying for the top spot. In the end, it was the group "D'Zillertaler" who emerged victorious, taking home the first place prize. Close behind were the family ensemble "Udyuor utuma" from Yakutsk, who claimed the second place, and the ensemble "Dyieréei" from Megino-Kangalassky ulus, who secured the first place.
The third place among adult folk ensembles was shared by two groups: "D'Kün kyirpahtera" from Tomponsky district and the folk ensembles "Tuyaraar" and "Tolomon", Yakutsk College of Culture and Arts named after A.D. Makarov. Another group, "Dyaagay" from Gorny ulus, also took home the third place.
The event was not just a competition, but a means to reconnect with Yakut folk music, fostering a sense of unity and cultural pride among the participants. Many found the competition to be impactful and immersive, with one member of the "Dyaagay" ensemble expressing the importance of preserving Yakut traditions.
In the schoolchildren category, the competition was just as fierce. The students of the 2nd "b" class of MBOU "Saha gymnasium" in Yakutsk and "Dyöngküüdé kytalyktara" from Nюrbinsky district both claimed the second place, while the first place was awarded to a school ensemble whose name was not specified in the provided text.
Unfortunately, no specific winners were mentioned for the youth category in the information provided.
The "Kylaan Chypchaal" nomination was awarded to the ensemble "Wolban" from Tatтинsky district, recognising their exceptional contribution to Yakut folk music.
The "Dyürüsken kuolas" folk song competition serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Yakutia and the passion of its people for preserving and celebrating their traditions. With each passing year, the competition grows in size and significance, promising a bright future for Yakut folk music.
