Over 700 years of tradition in South Asian culture is represented in the Maha Gita, an album recorded by traditional Burmese singers in Myanmar.
Synopsis
Over 700 years of tradition in South Asian culture is represented in the Maha Gita, an album recorded by traditional Burmese singers in Myanmar.
Synopsis
Khing Zin Shwe and Shwe Shwe Khaing gather in a recording studio in Myanmar to create an album of the Maha Gita, or Great Songs, a tradition that has thrived for over 700 years. Their project aims to preserve this vital aspect of South Asian culture within a predominantly Buddhist nation. Through their music, they seek to reach audiences beyond Myanmar, celebrating the rich heritage of Burmese singing and its significance in contemporary society.
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Why Watch
- Meet Khing Zin Shwe and Shwe Shwe Khaing in Myanmar.
- Find out about the Maha Gita's 700-year history.
- See traditional Burmese music in a recording studio.
Did You Know
- The Maha Gita has been part of South Asian culture for over 700 years.
- The film features Khing Zin Shwe and Shwe Shwe Khaing as lead singers.
- Voice Over the Bridge has a runtime of 24 minutes.
- The documentary was directed by Ernest Hariyanto.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the main traditional singers featured in the documentary?
Khing Zin Shwe and Shwe Shwe Khaing are the main traditional singers featured.
What cultural aspect do Khing Zin Shwe and Shwe Shwe Khaing aim to preserve?
They aim to preserve the Maha Gita, or Great Songs, which have been significant in South Asian culture for over 700 years.
In what year was the documentary 'Voice Over the Bridge' released?
The documentary was released in 2009.
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