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201460 minGdocumentary

Music History Indigenous Histories

Yoik

201460 minGdocumentary

One of the oldest music cultures in Europe faces a history of oppression while expressing joy and affection through the traditional Sámi yoik.

Music History Indigenous Histories

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Maj Lis Skaltje

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One of the oldest music cultures in Europe faces a history of oppression while expressing joy and affection through the traditional Sámi yoik.

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Maj Lis Skaltjedirector

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Maj Lis Skaltje's 2014 documentary "Yoik" presents the rich musical tradition of the Sámi people, one of Europe's oldest music cultures. The film contrasts the joy and humor found in yoik with the historical oppression faced by its practitioners. Through personal stories and musical expressions, it reveals how the Sámi have navigated their cultural identity and found a unique musical path that celebrates their connection to nature, animals, and community.

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