About the artists: The Gyuto Monks come from the Gyuto Tantric Monastic University in India. They’re celebrated for overtone singing, where multiple pitches are produced simultaneously, a hallmark of tantric practice and sacred sound. Their discography ranges from early landmark releases to modern collaborations and archival recordings that Smithsonian Folkways has helped preserve. They’ve contributed to film soundtracks such as Kundun and Seven Years in Tibet and collaborated with influential artists like Mickey Hart of the Grateful Dead.
Discography highlights include: Music of Tibet (1967), Tibetan Tantric Choir (1987), Freedom Chants from the Roof of the World (1989), The Perfect Jewel: Sacred Chants of Tibet (2002), and Tibetan Chants for World Peace (2008). Contemporary releases and archival tracks continue to appear on major platforms including Bandcamp and Apple Music, with robust official information at Gyuto.org and the Gyuto Foundation.
Upcoming tour info: In 2025, the Gyuto Monks released The Monks Breathing Technique on October 3, and are scheduling a Byron Bay residency in Australia from early October to early November, as well as a performance in Philadelphia in February 2025. For precise dates, venues, and ticket availability, check our listings and linked official sources. We’ll keep you posted with any date changes or rescheduled events.
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