23 October, the International Mugam Center hosted the opening ceremony of the International Jazz Festival, which runs until November 2. The festival is arranged by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, as well as Azerbaijani Culture Foundation.
At the festival in the Heydar Aliyev Palace, the International Mugham Center and Jazz Center musicians will perform, such as Joshua Redman, Kenny Garrett, Avishai Cohen, Marcus Miller, Bob James, David Sanborn and Christoph Czech.
At the same time, solo programs by known Azerbaijani artists, such as Salman Qambarov, Emil Afrasiyab, Mirjavad Jafarov and young jazz musicians will be performed.
This is the 11th in a row jazz festival in Baku. This time the festival was opened by Joshua Redman. -16D04-
Culture
-
In the bustling streets of Baku, where fashion is as dynamic as the city's skyline, a quiet revolution is taking place. Despite Azerbaijan's strides in waste management, the issue of clothing and textile waste persists, casting a long shadow over environmental progress.
-
Despite its rich historical past in Azerbaijan, donation culture faces numerous problems in modern times. Issues such as transparency in reaching the target audience, declining public trust, and the absence of sustainable support mechanisms are major challenges in this field. Additionally, the weak promotion of donation culture prevents its broader acceptance and development within society. Both education and modern solutions are crucial to enhance the social impact of donations.
-
On a crisp December weekend, the Passage1901 venue in the heart of Baku came alive with the buzz of creativity, commerce, and community. The “Bizimkilər” (Ours) Festival, a celebration dedicated to supporting local brands, artisans, and small businesses, made its long-awaited return on December 14 and 15. With a fresh two-day program, the festival proved once again to be a vibrant platform for artistic expression, local entrepreneurship, and philanthropy.
-
In a vibrant tribute to one of Azerbaijan’s most beloved artistic figures, the Scientific-methodical and Advanced Training Center on culture (MEMIM), in collaboration with the Azerbaijan State Art Gallery and the Union of Azerbaijani Artists, concluded the "Tablolarda Nağıllar" (Fairy Tales on Canvases) exhibition-competition on December 13, 2024. The event celebrated the 115th anniversary of People’s Artist Səttar Bəhlulzadə, whose timeless work continues to inspire generations.
Leave a review