Last week in San Francisco, in the framework of the festival, organized by the world-renowned Kronos Quartet premiered work "Dance" by Firangiz Alizadeh, the composer and the People's Artist of Azerbaijan. The "Dance" is an academic work written on the basis of folk dance elements. "It's not just music, it is also a message" said the composer, noting that much attention in the dance is given to the dances hic neighboring peoples try to appropriate. The work is written for an exclusive program Quartet "Fifty for the Future", and reflects the various dance rhythms, come down to us from antiquity, handed down from generation to generation. This is not the first work by F.Alizadeh with «Kronos». Since 1993 Quartet presents works by F. Alizade "Mugamsayagy", "Absheron", "Oasis".
"Dance" was greeted very warmly by the public. The concert, which was attended by more than 500 spectators, was held in the famous San Francisco Jazz Center. In 2015, a work by F. Alizade "Seven beauties" was presented in San Diego at the expense of the showing side. Grammy Award-winning quartet "Kronos" was created in 1973 under the leadership of David Harrington. The ensemble performs works by such famous authors as Alban Berg, Anton Vebrn, Samuel Barber, Gia Kanchelli Steve Raikes, Peteris Vaskas.-0-
Culture
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Cinema has always been a mirror reflecting life’s complexities, and occasionally, it serves as a silent witness revealing profound truths. On December 25, the Nizami Cinema Center in Baku hosted a remarkable celebration of storytelling and creativity. Organized by the Azerbaijan Film Union, the event marked the conclusion of the “Dreams of Color in Black and White Letters” project, showcasing the short feature film Məhkəmə (The Trial), directed by Rovshan Isakh. More than a film premiere, the evening celebrated a collaborative journey of learning and artistic achievement.
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The glamour of the silver screen often conceals the unspoken struggles of actresses, especially as they age. Behind the bright lights and applause lies a reality marked by stereotypes, societal pressures, and diminishing opportunities. For many actresses, the passage of time not only challenges their personal identities but also threatens their professional survival in an industry fixated on youth and conventional standards of beauty.
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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.
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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.
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