DESCRIPTION:
Band: Alash Ensemble
Album: Achai (Father)
Genre: Tuvan Overtone Singing
Country: Russia
Year: 2015

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* http://www.alashensemble.com/CDs.htm
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* http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/alashensemble3
* https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/achai/id988547793


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ALASH are masters of Tuvan throat singing (xöömei), a remarkable technique for singing multiple pitches at the same time. What distinguishes this gifted trio from earlier generations of Tuvan throat singers is the subtle infusion of modern influences into their traditional music. One can find complex harmonies, western instruments, and contemporary song forms in Alash’s music, but its overall sound and spirit is decidedly Tuvan.

The ensemble is named for the Alash River, which runs through the northwestern region of Tuva. The Alash River has also inspired a couple of Tuvan songs which carry its name.

The members of Alash are:
Bady-Dorzhu Ondar: vocals, igil, guitar. Kyzyl Arts College, East Siberia State Academy of Culture and Art.
Best soloist, 2005 All-Russian Festival of traditional ensembles and orchestras. Best in Maxim Dakpai xöömei competition, 2006. Named People’s Xöömeizhi, 2007. Grand prize, International Xöömei Symposium, 2008.
Ayan-ool Sam: vocals, doshpuluur, igil, guitar. Republic School of the Arts, Kyzyl Arts College, Moscow State Pedagogical University. First prize, International Xöömei Symposium, 2008. Named People’s Xöömeizhi, 2015.
Ayan Shirizhik: vocals, kengirge, shyngyrash, shoor, murgu, xomus.
Kyzyl Arts College, East Siberia State Academy of Culture and Art. Second prize, International Xöömei Symposium, 2008. Named Distinguished Artist of Tuva, 2009.
Sean Quirk: interpreter and manager. Studied music in Tuva on a Ful
bright fellowship. Named Distinguished Artist of Tuva, 2008.

Alash's 3rd studio album, "Achai - Father" is dedicated to the memory of our teacher, Kongar-ool Ondar. The album touches on the passing of tradition from father to son, from one generation to the next. Featuring traditional Tuvan songs with innovative arrangements by Alash as well as Alash originals, the album represents another step forward in Alash's quest to expand the borders of Tuvan tradition while retaining a firm grip on its roots.
Alash also adds some innovation with a delectable dash of Baltimore Beatbox, courtesy of master vocal percussionist Shodekeh.


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Odarladyp Semirtiili "Let's Fatten the Livestock" - Tuvan herders move with their animals according to the season. Tuvan winters are very cold and summers are very hot. In summer the herders take their animals high in the mountains where it's cool. There they can rest and restore themselves after a long winter.
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Tracklist:
1. Oglumga (For My Son)
2. Odarladyp Semirtiili (Let's Fatten the Livestock)
3. Dongup Xonar Boldum-na be? (Don't Let Me Freeze)
4. Flute Box
5. Karachal
6. Mezhegei
7. Chügle Sen Sen
8. Kosh-oi and Torgalyg
9. Kara Kush
10. Igil / Xöömei Solo
11. My Throat / The Cuckoo (featuring Shodekeh)
12. Achai (Father)
13. Sula Salyp Beerel Chonum (Relax)

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