Background
Eshpai, Iakov was born on October 29, 1890 in the village of Kokshamary, Kazan’ Gouvernement.
Eshpai, Iakov was born on October 29, 1890 in the village of Kokshamary, Kazan’ Gouvernement.
Father of the composer A. Eshpai. Collected and researched Mari folk songs. Arranged and recorded over 500 Mari songs.
Wrote music for folk orchestra, choral music, and pieces for the piano.