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Ilisarniq Workshop: Throat Singing

In this hands-on workshop, you will learn fundamentals of Inuit throat singing with Charlotte Qamaniq, whose throat singing career has led to three Juno Award nominations. Topics covered will include the history behind the practice as well as the basics of technique and traditional songs. Charlotte will guide you through various exercises and vocal warm-ups to help you develop the skills to produce the different sounds and rhythms of Inuit throat singing.

Throughout the workshop, you will have the opportunity to practice your new skills by singing and experimenting with other participants. This workshop is open to all skill levels and ages, including children!

Location: Zoom


Charlotte Qamaniq is a North Baffin Inuk performance artist, actor, and contemporary and traditional throat singer hailing from Iglulik, Nunavut. She is best known for her work in the throat singing duo Silla, and in twice Juno nominated band Silla and Rise.


The Ilisarniq Series is a series of workshops for all Inuit artists, curators, writers, and art administrators to learn new skills and expand their practices organized by the Inuit Art Foundation and Inuit Futures in Arts Leadership. Join us for practical tips on how to apply for funding, price your work, make new kinds of work and more!