Vagif Mustafazadeh
Azerbaijani pianist and composer
Born
March 16th, 1940
85 years ago
Died
1979
46 years ago — 39 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Azerbaijan
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A celebrated pianist and composer emerged from Azerbaijan, contributing significantly to jazz and mugham music. Pioneered the fusion of these styles, creating a unique sound that garnered international recognition. Founded the Azerbaijan Jazz Ensemble, significantly promoting jazz culture in the region. Served as a professor at the Baku Academy of Music, mentoring a new generation of musicians and composers. Established the International Mugham Festival in Baku to celebrate and preserve the traditional music of Azerbaijan.
Pioneered the mugham-jazz fusion genre
Founded Azerbaijan Jazz Ensemble
Established the International Mugham Festival
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