Once again about the symbiosis of mugham and opera in Azerbaijani composers’ works

Abstract

The article explores the role of mugham in the musical and theatrical compositions of Azerbaijani composers. The genre of mugham played a significant role in the emergence of Azerbaijani opera in the early 20th century and influenced the formation of its artistic features throughout its further development, defining its national uniqueness. This influence manifested itself not only in the whole opera structure (for example, in “mugham” operas), but also in the musical language and, more broadly, the stylistics of Azerbaijani opera. The nature and extent of this genre’s impact varied among composers of different generations, reflecting historical circumstances and the evolutionary paths of Azerbaijani musical art throughout the 20th century.