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Christmas is all about spending time with loved ones and creating memories that will last forever.   

Nothing is more likely to get you in the mood for the holiday season than a spectacular concert.

Music lovers have gathered at YARAT Contemporary Art Space to soak up the festive atmosphere of live music.

Christmas show brought together young talents Alp Aliyev, Fagan Hasanli, Emil Ahmadzadeh, Togrul Abdullayev, Madina Shahgeldiyeva, Gambar Mammadov and Lumineux Chamber Orchestra.

The concert was filled with fun, beauty and musical moments of splendour.

A crackling fire in the background of a stage and dazzling Christmas tree created special atmosphere of holiday time.  

First, Fagan Hasanli (piano) thrilled the audience with his musical virtuosity. The musician shared the stage with incredible violinist Togrul Abdullayev.

The extraordinary talent and virtuosity of Emin Ahmadzadeh (piano) and Gambar Mammadov (bassoon) also did not go unnoticed. The young musicians astonished the audience with a magnificent performance. 

The unstoppable energy and blazing virtuosity of Madina Shahgeldiyeva (kamancha) left everyone speechless.

Next, Alp Aliyev (piano) and Togrul Abdullayev (violin) delivered a very touching performance. The musicians were met by thunderous, long-lasting applause. 

The most impressive moment of the show happened near the end, when two wonderful pianists surprised the audience with rock and roll music. The mastery of improvisation and pure passion of musicians mesmerized the audience.

The piano duo created emotionally stirring music that captivated listeners.

Marvelous show ended with brilliant performance of Lumineux ensemble. The artistic director of the choral ensemble is Naala Baratelia. 

This warm and engaging performance filled the hall with Christmas spirit.

This Christmas the talent of young musicians went on show in all its splendor. 

An evening of poetry has been somenly held in the Baku branch of First Moscow State Medical University after I. M. Sechenov.

The event was organized on the initiative of Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation Leyla Aliyeva.

Speaking at the event, rector of the Baku Branch, professor Aziz Aliyev expressed his gratitude to Leyla Aliyeva for her invaluable contribution to increasing students’ interest in poetry.

In her speech, Leyla Aliyeva stressed the significance of the health professionals.

Then, students of the Sechenov University Lala Isayeva, Nurana Alakbarova, Vusala Huseynova recited Leyla Aliyeva’s poems "Where are you, the most beautiful human of the world?", "We do not believe" and "Time, stop, please".

Future physicians Tamerlan Rustamov, Lala Isayeva and Yagub Karimov also read out their own poems.

At the end of the evening, Leyla Aliyeva presented her books. She  also photographed with participants of the event.

The Nigerian students of Baku Higher Oil School (BHOS) performed Azerbaijan’s legendary folk song - Sari Gelin.

At the event held at Baku Higher Oil School on the occasion of the Day of Solidarity of World Azerbaijanis and New Year, 2nd year students of Petroleum Engineering Department, İnyama Somtochukwu Chidinma and Ezinne Ezuma Jessica, and 3rd year students of Chemical Engineering Department, Huseynli Gunel and Askerzade Nilufər, performed the folk song before the audience.

The foreign students spend 3 days to learn to sing this song in Azerbaijani language.

They noted that while studying at BHOS they became closely familiar with Azerbaijani language and history and that they were deeply impressed by the national spiritual values of our country.

“The words and music of the Sari Gelin song are very beautiful. The story of this folk song is also very interesting. In general, Azerbaijan has a rich history, national music and national dances. And we lean them because we love them”, İnyama Somtochukwu Chidinma said.

The State Committee for Family, Women and Children Affairs has unveiled the number of women entrepreneurs in Azerbaijan.

Report informs citing the Committee that, as of October 1, 2019, the number of registered women entrepreneurs reached 196,030 people.

Notably, the figure made 73,469 in 2012. On average, over the past seven years, the number of women entrepreneurs has almost tripled.

President Ilham Aliyev has congratulated the world Azerbaijanis on the occasion of 31 December, the Day of Solidarity of World Azerbaijanis.

The congratulatory message reads:

“Dear compatriots!

Dear fellow countrymen!

I cordially congratulate you on 31 December, the Day of Solidarity of Azerbaijanis of the World, the day epitomizing the national and spiritual integrity of the Azerbaijani people. I convey my most sincere wishes to all of you.

This historic day, which was first celebrated on the initiative of great leader Heydar Aliyev, is annually celebrated by our people with great enthusiasm as a symbol of the indestructible unity of millions of our compatriots living in foreign countries around the ideology of Azerbaijanism and their loyalty to the motherland.

After the restoration of state independence, Azerbaijan, having demonstrated organized unity and solidarity at the moments of historical trials of our recent past, achieved great development and success in all areas.

Today, due to our independent domestic and foreign policy, growing international authority, economic, political and military power, the Azerbaijani state has entered a new stage in its development. Our country, the initiator and participant of many global transnational and regional projects, makes a significant contribution to the energy security of the world and has become an important transit and logistical center of the region. Our rich natural resources and economic potential provide a reliable basis for further strengthening the geostrategic position of Azerbaijan, and we will continue a consistent policy in this direction.

The systemic reforms carried out in the socioeconomic, political and legal spheres and in public administration and the more active involvement of youth devoted to the ideals of national independence and possessing a modern worldview bring us ever closer to the set goals of strategic development. As a result of successful policies of the country, strong public and political stability and national-spiritual harmony have been ensured and the well-being of our citizens has significantly improved.

At a time when complex ethno-political processes, confrontations on religious and confessional grounds, humanitarian disasters take place in certain regions of the world, Azerbaijan is a unique space where stability, ethno-religious tolerance and multicultural traditions have been preserved. The hosting of numerous authoritative international events discussing peace and security issues of concern to people, the problems of inter-civilizational dialogue, including the second summit of religious leaders of the world, the 17th Summit of the heads of state and government of countries participating in the Non-Aligned Movement and the transfer of chairmanship in it to the Republic of Azerbaijan for the next three years is a clear example of the international authority of our state. It is no coincidence that our capital Baku, which is now one of the most beautiful cities in the world, has become a center of important calls for peace and tranquility on a global scale.

The declaration of the “Year of Nasimi” in Azerbaijan on the occasion of the 650th birthday anniversary of brilliant Azerbaijani poet Imadaddin Nasimi is one of the significant pages of our public and cultural life this year. A variety of events held within the framework of the "Year of Nasimi" in our country and beyond were further demonstration of the universal significance of Azerbaijani culture.

A fair settlement of the Armenian-Azerbaijani Nagorno-Karabakh conflict and restoration of our territorial integrity remain a fateful task for us. The military and economic power of our state, our gradually strengthening positions in the international arena and active political and diplomatic efforts have been mobilized to resolve this painful problem in accordance with the national interests of Azerbaijan. The successes achieved by our army at the frontline in recent years also show that the day is not far off when Karabakh, the original and eternal Azerbaijani land, will be liberated from the enemy and historical justice will triumph.

Currently, the Republic of Azerbaijan is experiencing a period of brilliant and sustainable development. Our compatriots living in different parts of the world, whose hearts are full of love for Azerbaijan, also do not remain aloof from these historical processes, their great achievements in the progress of our people and in communicating the truth about Azerbaijan to the world community are highly appreciated.

I do hope that along with integration into the life of the countries our compatriots live in, they will also maintain their national identity, moral values and attachment to their historical Motherland, demonstrate a unity of action and ideas, indestructible solidarity in the name of the present and bright future of Azerbaijan. I am sure that our numerous diaspora organizations in foreign countries will continue to make determined and patriotic efforts in the name of these goals and will always enhance the glory of our people and state.

I wish you success on this path, good health, happiness and prosperity to your families.

Happy holiday!”

Schedules for Azerbaijani schools working five and six days a week have been set.

Report informs that in line with the changes to the calendar, the schedule of classes for December 28 and 29 is defined as follows:

"Schools with a 5-day working week will have classes on December 28 instead of January 3 next year. Meanwhile, the classes scheduled for January 6 will be held on December 29.

"Moreover, on December 29, schools with a 6-day working week will have classes scheduled for January 3. January 4 and 6 are school days for the 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th grades."

One of the most long-awaited summer festivals prepares a great surprise for all music lovers in Russia.

Zhara Music Festival will be held in Sochi on n March 14, bring together famous singers Grigory Leps, EMIN, Sergey Lazarev and many others. The event will be hosted by Yulia Baranovskaya and Konstantin Tarasyuk.

The new high-tech venue of the WOW Arena promises to accommodate more than 3,000 spectators.

Meanwhile, the festival`s fifth edition will be held in Baku from July 29 to August 2, 2020.

Zhara offers an unforgettable experience for everyone.The festival features numerous spectacular shows and much more.

The festival is co-organized by People's Artist of Azerbaijan Emin Agalarov, Honored Artist of Russia Grigory Leps, founder of Russkoye Radio and Zolotoy Grammofon award Sergei Kozhevnikov.

More than 200 singers and bands took part in this year’s festival. The event opened with a gala concert, at which famous artists performed their hits.

Chingiz Mustafayev, Monatik, Philipp Kirkorov, A’Studio, Vera Brezhneva, Bosson, Rita Dakota, Dmitry Matatov, Mozgi, Glyuk’oza, Nikolay Baskov, Kristina Orbakaite, Burito, Emin Agalarov, Elina Chaga, Zivert, Aleksandr Panayotov, Slava, Grigory Leps, Ani Lorak, Lolita, Sergey Lazarev, Albina Janabaeva, Max Barskikh, Artik & Asti, Olga Buzova, Alessandro Safina and others were among them.

Pop stars of the 1990's rocked the stage at on July 26. 

Emin Agalarov, Aleksandr Panayotov, Aleksey Chumakov, Anzhelika Varum, Ani Lorak, Anna Sedokova, Anya Shulgina, Vladimir Presnyakov, Glyuk’oza, Danil Buranov, Jasmin, Irina Dubtsova, Kristina Orbakaite, Natali, Natalya Podolskaya, Nikolay Baskov, Slava, Stas Piekha, Philipp Kirkorov, Yulianna Karaulova, Yuliya Kovalchuk and others performed at the concert. In addition, creative evenings of such singers as Grigory Leps, Stas Mikhaylov and Lyube rock band were held as well.

Best singers of the 2000s amazing music lovers the next day. 

Aleksandros Tsopozidis, Aleksey Chumakov, Ani Lorak, Band`Eros, Glyuk’oza, Grigory Leps, Geegun, Irina Dubtsova, Karina Khvoynitskaya, Kravts, Lolita, Mari Kraymbrery, Nastasya Samburskaya, Slava, Timur Rodriguez, Yulianna Karaulova, Yuliya Kovalchuk, A`Studio, Dan Balan, Elvira T, Jah Khalib, Monatik, Mozgi, Aleks Malinovski, Aleksandr Panayotov,and others performed that night. At the same time, Leningrad band gave a fascinating concert on the Caspian coast. 

Emin Agalarov, Timati, Nazima, Ternovoy, Doni, Misha Marvin, Klava Koka, Natan, Griqory Leps, Geegan, Molly, Loboda, HammAli i Navai, CYGO, Mari Kraymbreri, Rauf, Faiq, Zomb, Nyusha, Lyubov Uspenskaya, Rasa, Kosmos Girls, Elvin Grey, Ellai, Mot, Aisel, Asammuell, Babek Mammadrzayev, Samra, Fika, Isayya, Evgeniya Mayer, Velvet, Aleksandr Panayotov, Slava, Yuliya Kovalchuk, Jony, Elman, Andro, Gemini, Alessandra, Anna Sedokova, Timur Rodrigez, Tereza and Serebro  closed the festival with spectacular concert.

A grand concert of Emin Agalarov has been held at Heydar Aliyev Palace. This year EMIN turned 40 years old, and for his fans, the concert was a great chance to congratulate singer.

The audience greeted the beloved musician with a storm of applause. EMIN thrilled the audience with his greatest hits. Each performance featured dazzling video installations.

This was the musician's last concert this year. Speaking about the show, EMIN stressed that the concerts in Baku are specially important for him.

"There are a lot of friends and relatives in the hall, which imposes even greater responsibility. Thank you for being here!", he added.

While performing the song "Still", the singer went to his fans in the hall.

Notably, "Still" is a special song in the musician’s work as it is the title track of his first album. His first studio album "Still" was released in 2006, selling in the first six months 70,000 copies in Russia, and an additional 30,000 in CIS countries.

At the concert, EMIN also performed the songs from his new album as well as the song "My Azerbaijan". 

The breathtaking show left everyone speechless. The concert was warmly welcomed by the music fans.  

Agalarov's interest in music began in the high school years in the U.S. After graduating from high school, he returned to Russia, where he continued composing songs. In 2005 he began working with his vocal and music teacher, the renowned Azerbaijani singer Muslim Magomayev, to whom he pays tribute at his concerts.

EMIN's media appearances include BBC Breakfast, Extra, ITV's Daybreak, Fox, Entertainment Tonight, Pro 7, The Today Show, E!, among others. He's been featured in The Sunday Times, The Sun, Bilt, Wall Street Journal, The Independent, GQ, Esquire, OK!, etc.

Agalarov is also one of the organizers of Zhara International Music Festival which has turned into annual gathering of celebrities.

In 2018, Emin Agalarov was named People's Artist of Azerbaijan.

World-famous Azerbaijani singer Diana Hajiyeva has released a new mini-album. The album "Skins" features three tracks - Underworld, Innosence of Inner Sense and Natural Selection.

"This year I have started creating art works. I became a resident of YARAT Contemporary Art Space and took part in two exhibitions, which inspired me to release a new album. It features soundtracks not only for my art works, but also the works of the other artists," said Dihaj.

As singer says, it all started with music piece for art work "Innosence of inner Sense" by talented artist Nazrin Mammadova, followed by the soundtrack for a video mapping presented by Dim Baidachnyi and Dmitry Vusatiy at the Kyiv Lights Festival.

The song "A Natural Selecti" was composed for the singer's art work displayed at "Forget What You Know, See Who I Am " exhibition, organized by YARAT`s ARTIM Project Space.

Through these songs, the singer protests against gender-based and domestic violence. The music album is available on Bandcamp.

Diana Hajiyeva is a member and the lead vocalist of the group Dihaj. A live trio, comprised of two other musicians: Ali (drums) and Anar  (electric guitar), with Diana herself producing and providing lead vocal.

Dihaj broke through with their 2014 single "I Break Again" co-written by Diana and world famous jazz pianist Isfar Sarabski.

Their single "Complain" is the first track from their debut album "T.E.O.S" released in July 2017.

The band participated at the international festivals in the Netherlands, Lithuania and Georgia.

Ethereal guitar sequences, melancholic breathy vocals punctuated by progressive drum patterns create a peculiar sonic texture, which DIHAJ describes as “immersive doom pop”.

Diana represented Azerbaijan in the Eurovision Song Contest 2017 with the song "Skeletons" finishing in 14th place.

The song, Skeletons, performed by Dihaj, told the story of a strong woman who is passionate about a bad guy. The performance featured a chalk board behind singer DiHaj. She wrote a text on this board during her act. At the end of the song, the walls came down.

Azerbaijan State Chamber Orchestra invites you to enjoy music pieces by young composers on January 13, 2020.

The concert will take place at the State Philharmonic Hall within "Youth Support "project.

The orchestra will be conducted by a graduate of the Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory, winner of international competitions Orkhan Gashimov.

The work of Arzu Abbasova "Duo cello" for two cello and orchestra will be performed by Honored Artists Alexey Miltykh (cello) and Eyyub Aliyev (cello).

The concert will feature Mozart's "Concerto for Violin, Piano and Orchestra" as well as Adil Babirov's " Prelude-Scherzo".

The evening will be addressed by well-known musicologist, teacher at Azerbaijan State University of Culture and Arts Sarah Muradova.

Azerbaijan State Chamber Orchestra was founded by Fikrat Amirov and Gara Garayev in 1964.

The orchestra has successfully toured many countries, including Russia, Poland, Turkey, etc.

The Chamber Orchestra also performed at the concerts dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the Independence of Azerbaijan organized in Berlin, Paris and Rome in 2011.