Soname Yangchen
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1973 (age 42–43)
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Soname Yangchen, born in 1973 in Tibet is a Tibetan singer and a songwriter.
Biography
Soname Yangchen was born in 1973 in the Yarlung Valley at the time of the Cultural Revolution in Tibet, into a noble family, poorly regarded by the Chinese government. As a child, she was passionate for singing, and was sent during 7 years at her aunt in Lhasa. At the age of 16, she left Lhasa and crossed the Himalayas by foot to reach India. Her singing talents were "discovered" during a spontaneous performance at a friend's wedding, and she started singing professionally in England, becoming known worldwide, touring Europe, appearang at Festivals in Australia and other places. She began by interpreting traditional songs of her grandmother, and then songs of her compositions. As of 2014, she has published 2 books.In 2003, she gave a gala at the Royal Opera of London.[1]
Publication
- Soname Yangchen, Vicki Mackenzie, Child of Tibet, 2006, London : Portrait, ISBN 0749950978
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