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This rare antiphonal worksong comes from Kartli in Eastern Georgia. Avery learned it in 2013 from Malkhaz Erkvanidze, a traditional singer, ethnomusicologist, and major force in the Georgian folk and sacred music revival. The text is from the perspective of a field laborer, saying, “I’m sharpening you and sharpening you, my sickle,” and describing the various goings on in and around the work field.

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from Starry Mountain Singers, released April 23, 2015
Traditional (Georgia)

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The Starry Mountain Singers, an ensemble of eight vocalists, were founded in 2010. They perform a wide range of traditional music from the United States and abroad. The group’s members share a deep love of traditional vocal styles and a dedication to studying and performing them. They'll be on tour in March 2017! ... more

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