Boston Mongolian Artsong Ensemble

 We perform to preserve the legacy of Mongolian art songs, 

sharing their timeless healing power to inspire, connect, and restore. 

Exciting News! The Boston Mongolian Artsong Ensemble is honored to have won the prestigious Passim Iguana Music Fund 2024! This incredible sponsorship will bring our vision to life as we record our groundbreaking album—the first-ever classical collection of Mongolian art songs recorded outside Mongolia by an ensemble of international musicians, both Mongolians and non-Mongolians. 

Mission of the project

The Mongolian Artsong Project is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich heritage of Mongolian art songs through classical music. By collaborating with composers, instrumentalists, and vocalists, the project brings these traditional songs to new audiences, blending ancient melodies with classical music arrangements. 

Through performances, recordings, and educational initiatives, the project highlights the cultural significance of Mongolian music while fostering connections with other musical traditions, such as Native American music and middle eastern music, to celebrate shared themes of nature and spirituality. The mission is to ensure these healing and endangered art forms remain vibrant and appreciated globally.

Mongolian art songs are more than music—they are a profound expression of nature, spirituality, and human connection. Rooted in centuries-old traditions, these songs possess a unique ability to heal, offering solace and emotional renewal. By performing and preserving these precious works, we aim to share their transformative power with the world, ensuring their legacy endures for generations to come.

Sample Video Recording

The Golden Treasure

This art song, adapted from the Mongolian movie Golden Treasure, tells the story of a girl raised as a boy—a common practice in Mongolia—who expresses her heartfelt wish to embrace her femininity, experience love, and enjoy the unique strengths and blessings bestowed upon women.

Collective Bio of the Artists

The Mongolian Artsong Ensemble is a unique collaboration of classically trained musicians dedicated to preserving and reimagining the rich musical heritage of Mongolia. United by a shared passion for cultural exploration and artistic excellence, the ensemble showcases the profound beauty of Mongolian traditional songs through classical performance techniques.

At the heart of the ensemble is internationally acclaimed mezzo-soprano Narantsetseg Ren, whose deeply emotive voice brings life to Mongolia's timeless melodies. Raised in the Mongolian grasslands, Narantsetseg’s artistry bridges the traditional and the modern, reflecting her profound connection to the songs of her homeland.

Accompanying her is virtuoso pianist Nomin Samdan, a highly accomplished musician from one of Mongolia’s most distinguished musical families. With her exquisite technique and profound sensitivity, Nomin enhances the ensemble’s ability to evoke the spiritual depth and emotional resonance of Mongolian artsongs.

Together, the ensemble explores themes of love, nature, and resilience, blending the raw beauty of Mongolian melodies with the precision and sophistication of Western classical music. Their performances aim to bridge cultural boundaries, creating a harmonious dialogue between East and West that resonates deeply with audiences worldwide.

Ensemble Artists

Narantsetseg Ren

Mezzo-Soprano

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Nomin Samdan

Collaborative Pianist


Tyler Michael James

Cellist


Batu Bagen

Mongolian Horse Fiddler

Throat Singing Vocalist


Danilo Bonina

Violinist


Mrityunjay Sathyanarayanan

Composer


Our Upcoming New Album 

(Exp. February 2026)

Album Title: When the Moon Rises on the Grasslands (Сар талд мандах үед/
ᠰᠠᠷ ᠲᠠᠯᠲᠤ ᠮᠠᠨᠳᠠᠬ ᠦᠶᠦᠳ)

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Questions

The Boston Mongolian Artsong Ensemble is proudly managed by Narantsetseg Studio LLC.

Contact manager@narenmusic for any questions and to get more information!