Nomadak Tx

Spain 2006 / 86min. Basque, Spanish, Gujerati, Hindi, Tsaatan, Bereber, French, Saharaui, Suomi, English, Mongol with English subtitles.
Director Raul de la Fuente / Producer Igor Otxoa

Wonderful visuals, music and experiences in intriguing places around the globe contribute to this exciting journey which starts when two musicians carve a txalaparta out of wood.

This traditional Basque instrument is played by two people at the same time; the music arises from their encounter. It does not belong to either, but originates from their dialogue. In search of new authentic sounds, the musicians travel to different parts of the world: to India to visit Mumbai and its passionate artists, spend time in the ancient village of Adivasi, go to a Sami community and perform with some great singers in Africa. In the Arctic Circle they play on ice and wood and chant various traditional songs.

Whether on the Mongol steppe, driving through Algeria, in the Arctic, or in urban or tribal India, seeing the musicians engineer versions of their instrument out of local materials and hearing the magnificently resonant sounds is a feast for the senses. The musicians have a lot of fun on their travels and bring smiles to their co-opted performers, their audiences, and no doubt their film viewers. Each encounter results in unique music, and each is a surprising and exhilarating experience.

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