On November 21, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Russia Esen Aidogdyev, together with his colleagues from the embassy, visited the Center for Oriental Literature of the Russian State Library in Moscow, where the art and book exhibition "Reflection" has been taking place since November 16
They say that there is no greater happiness for a composer than to know that the music he wrote is considered popular. Truly, this can be said about the works of the outstanding Turkmen composer Rejep Rejepov. Many of the works he created have long since become popular with the people. He is a great professional in his field, a magnificent melodist, teacher, author of a huge number of works and simply a kind and sincere person
And this autumn, the chamber ensemble department of the Maya Kulieva TNC held a preventive festive concert dedicated to Music Day. The organizer of the event is senior teacher of the conservatory, diploma winner of international competitions Faramazova Stella Vladimirovna. As befits a real professional and great artist, she and her colleagues spent their professional holiday on stage
Anatolia, where various civilisations have crossed paths since prehistoric times, established some of the oldest settlements on earth, and experienced many firsts in human history, boasts unique treasures from these ancient cultures today. The richness of these lands is gradually being brought to light with excavations that span 12 months under the leadership of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. This year, experts made significant discoveries that will impact the world of history again. In parallel, efforts are ongoing to repatriate artefacts illegally taken abroad.
Many Turkmen artists, writers and musicians draw inspiration and spiritual strength from the creative heritage of the great poet and thinker of the East, Magtymguly Fragi. The ideas, thoughts and emotions of the classic poet resonate with new vigour in the works of composers, embodied in various formats - from short pieces to operas.
In the Jingyuetan scenic spot in Changchun, northeast China's Jilin province, a fountain show captivated many tourists. In the center of a square, Chen Jiamin, a tourist from Heilongjiang province, which neighbors Jilin, was posing for photos with the performers of the fountain show.
Assos, turning its face to the deep blue waters under the shadow of ancient olive trees, is an Aegean jewel at the foot of Mount Ida.
I have known the famous conductor Nury Mukhyev for a long time, since my student years. Halypa is a mentor, that's how the students respectfully call him. He is always friendly to everyone and always in a good mood.
The State Symphony Orchestra of Turkmenistan took part in the World Orchestra Festival in Vienna and presented national music at prestigious venues in the Austrian capital
On July 13-14, 2024, in the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan, as part of the gastronomic festival “Tasty Kazan”, the 300th anniversary of the birth of the great Turkmen poet Magtymguly Fragi was also celebrated.
It’s true what they say: “Whatever you name the yacht, that’s how it will sail.” Quite recently, a new project, the musical group “Masterpieces of the Classics,” was launched and had its first free voyage. And the debut concert that took place the other day is clear proof of this.
The first of April is a day that invades our daily lives, reminding us of a cheerful and carefree view of the world. This day is filled with playful pranks and jokes. But where did this funny tradition come from, and why has it become so popular, including in Turkmenistan?
Novruz Bayram is one of the most beloved and revered holidays in Turkmenistan and other countries where Turkic-speaking people live. It is celebrated on March 21 and marks the arrival of spring, the awakening of nature and the beginning of a new year according to the natural calendar. The celebration of Novruz Bayram is a centuries-old tradition that dates back to ancient times.
He is known as an author of literature for children, a poet, novelist, playwright and screenwriter. However, those who are familiar with his work are also aware of another facet of him. He is seriously engaged in literary experiments, composing poetry in avant-garde poetic trends and styles. Many of his neo-poems have been published in books, as well as newspapers and magazines in our country. The topic of today's interview with Hemra Shirov is experimental poetry.
The delegation of the Getty American Museum (Los Angeles, California) is again in Ashgabat these days. The next visit was organized as part of the joint work with the State Museum of Turkmenistan on the conservation and restoration of a unique artifact – an image of the Buddha's head, a fragment of sculpture found in Ancient Merv and dated to the 5th century.
