In the group’s first studio album for Smithsonian Folkways, Achai beautifully illustrates the adaptability of Tuvan music organically created and deeply rooted, yet still interconnected with the sound world of the 21st century.
InstrumentsBack vocals, Bayan accordion, Beatbox, Doshpuluur, Duyuglar, Guitar, Igil, Kengirge, Lead vocals, Murgu, Shoor, Solo, Vocals, Whistling, XomusCreditsScott Alan Stewart - Producer, Sean Quirk - Producer, Annotation, Mike Monseur - Recorder, Mastering Engineer, Vladimir Mongush - Photographer, Jabari Weathers - Illustrator, James Deutsch - Editor, Marissa Walker - Editor, Krystyn MacGregor - Designer, Art director, Layout, Ben Mangold - Additional Recording, Bob Dawson - Mixing EngineeSpecificationsGenre: Central Asia, WorldReleased Year: 2017Play Time: 57 MinutesNo of Pages: 24Weight: 1 lbs Achai, the Tuvan word for father, describes a deep paternal participation in the upbringing and growth of a new generation.. It is also a fitting title for Alash’s new album to honor Kongar-ool Ondar, who served not only as a musical father for the ensemble, but also for an entire generation of Tuvan musicians. 57 minutes, 24-page booklet.