HISTORICAL ASPECT OF THE AZERBAIJANI-RUSSIAN MUSIC RELATIONS (ON THE EXAMPLE OF DAYS OF CULTURE OF THE RUSSIAN SOVIET FEDERATIVE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC IN AZERBAIJAN TURNED 1972)
The Days of Literature and Art of the RSFSR of 1972 in Azerbaijan, which have become a real festival of art, are highlighted. The media of Azerbaijan described in detail the events of historical significance for our musical culture. The article provides a detailed list of concerts with the participation of Russian groups. It is emphasized that, along with the works of Russian and foreign composers, Russian musicians performed the works of Azerbaijani composers. The first symphony of D.D. Shostakovich sounded in Baku for the first time, and his presence at the premiere caused a great resonance in the republic. The value of D.D. Shostakovich for the musical culture of Azerbaijan is great. Famous Azerbaijani composers K. Karaev and D. Hajiyev were among his students. D.D. Shostakovich tirelessly followed the successes for many years and patronized the Azerbaijani composer school in many respects. It reveals the historical role of National Leader Heydar Aliyev in organizing this event, which contributed to the strengthening of Russian-Azerbaijani cultural ties.