The 14th Gabala International Music Festival will commence on
July 24, under the initiative and organization of the Heydar Aliyev
Foundation, with support from the Ministry of Culture of the
Republic of Azerbaijan, the Uzeyir Hajibeyli Baku Music Academy,
and Gilan Holding, Azernews reports.
This year, the festival carries special significance as it
coincides with the 140th anniversary of the birth of the legendary
Azerbaijani composer Uzeyir Hajibeyli. To mark this milestone, the
festival will be held in celebration of Hajibeyli’s legacy, with
the opening ceremony featuring a performance of his iconic
composition “Cəngi.”
In addition to honoring Hajibeyli, the festival will also
commemorate the anniversaries of two other distinguished
Azerbaijani musicians: the 100th birthday of pianist and educator
Rauf Atakishiyev, and the 90th birthday of celebrated composer
Vasif Adigozalov. Both will be honored with special concert
programs.
Running until July 29, the city of Gabala will once again become
a vibrant hub of music, welcoming renowned performers, emerging
young talents, and musical ensembles from around the world.
Since its inception in 2009, the Gabala International Music
Festival has become a prominent venue for global musical dialogue,
bringing together diverse voices from the world of classical music.
Beyond being a celebration of classical masterpieces, the festival
serves as a cultural bridge—uniting nations, transcending borders,
and creating unforgettable moments through the universal language
of music.
This year, the festival achieved a notable first. Traditionally
held only in summer, it delighted audiences earlier this year with
the debut of the “Winter Tale” International Music Festival in
February, offering a new dimension to its seasonal programming.
The summer edition, in keeping with tradition, promises a series
of dazzling performances and will continue to enrich Azerbaijan’s
vibrant cultural calendar.
All concerts throughout the festival are open to the public free
of charge.
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