Dear Friends,
Dear IJHS Members,
Hopefully your year has been wonderful and spent it with many great moments playing the jew's harp.
The THIRD edition of our newsletter magazine is out now. You can download your online copy from here:
As the year comes to a close, we find ourselves reflecting on what an exciting journey it has been for jaw harp enthusiasts worldwide. From intimate gatherings in Tyrol to vibrant festivals and competitions in Mongolia, Prague, and Sicily’s legendary Marranzano World Festival, jaw harp has proven its extraordinary ability to connect kindred spirits across the globe. These events are a meeting ground for unique individuals who share a passion for their favourite instrument. Some even wear their love for the jaw harp on their skin, as showcased in our feature article exploring the world of jaw harp tattoos. For those bitten by the travel bug, the jaw harp offers the perfect excuse to explore. Shi Tou’s wonderfully illustrated article takes you to the land of the Yi people in China. Join Sören Birke on his fascinating journey to Yakutia, detailed in his travel diary.
So, why not wrap up your year with a dose of inspiration? Dive into these stories of jaw harp activities and let them ignite your own passion for adventure and music!
On behalf of the board of our Society and the editorial team of BOING, I wish you a happy, successful New Year, filled with a lot of great jew's harp music.
Sincerely,
Áron Szilágyi
Editor in Chief & General Secretary of the International Jew's Harp Society
Information should be sent to this address for the next issue, due out in spring 2025: aron@doromb.com
