Public Talk The Legacy Of Dmitri Shostakovich
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- Date
- 29 October
- Time
- 15:00
- Venue
- Baku Book Center
- Duration
- 45-60 minutes
Marking the 120th anniversary of Dmitri Shostakovich’s birth, this Public Talk explores the legacy of one of the twentieth century’s most influential composers, with a particular focus on his connection to Baku and Azerbaijan’s musical heritage.
Shostakovich’s relationship with Baku forms part of a wider cultural history shaped by artistic exchange, musical traditions and the lives of remarkable musicians. His work, created against a complex historical and political backdrop, continues to raise enduring questions about the relationship between art and power, individual expression and the realities of its time.
Bringing together historical insight and musical perspective, the conversation will explore Shostakovich’s place in Baku’s cultural history and consider how his music continues to resonate across generations.
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ParticipantsDmitry Sitkovetsky – Violinist and Conductor
Zumrud Dadashzade – Musicologist | Professor and Head of the Department of Music History, Baku Music Academy | Honored Art Worker of Azerbaijan