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By Nazrin Gadimova

Azerbaijani mugham (folk music) singer Alim Gasimov will give a concert in Iran on May 13.

Known as Azerbaijan's Living National Treasure, Gasimov will perform at the Milad Hall of the Tehran International Permanent Fairgrounds.

Gasimov perceives and presents mugham not only as an ancient art and a part of Azerbaijan's musical and cultural heritage but also as a constantly developing tradition. His performing style is unique, as it combines deep knowledge of centuries-old rules of mugham with challenging innovations. It is distinguished by extreme intensity, which mesmerizes audiences.

He has been passionate about mugham since early childhood, but initially Gasimov sang mugham merely for his own enjoyment.

In addition to performing with the famous Silk Road Ensemble, Gasimov performed with the Kronos Quartet as part of his collaboration with the Aga Khan Music Initiative in Central Asia. In 2010, Gasimov recorded the song titled "I'm your Goddess" with world-famous French DJ David Vendetta. Oriental tunes mixed with modern techno music are harmoniously combined in the song.

Gasimov, 55, was awarded the International Music Council-UNESCO Music Prize in 1999. He is also a master of the ancient Ashig folk art.