Alim Gasimov to join Int’l Festival of Arts
By Laman Sadigova
The world famous mugam singer, Azerbaijani People's Artist Alim Gasimov will participate in the first International Festival of Arts "DiverseCity 2015: Kuala-Lumpur" scheduled for this September in Malaysia.
Alim Gasimov’s participation in the festival will be possible with the support of the Azerbaijani Embassy in Malaysia, and the organizer of the festival - NGO "Pusaka" (Malaysia).
The festival will be attended by dancers, musicians, writers, masters of comedy from many countries, including Azerbaijan, India, Thailand, Pakistan and Japan.
Alim Gasimov and Pakistani musicians Mehr Ali and Sher Ali will present a joint improvisation.
Gasimov perceives and presents Mugham not only as an ancient art and 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.
Gasimov was awarded the International Music Council-UNESCO Music Prize in 1999. He is also a master of the ancient Ashig folk art.
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