The embodiment of the 20th January tragedy in Azerbaijani music

Abstract

The article examines the works of Azerbaijani composers dedicated to the bloody January events. Compositions reflecting dramatic events are reviewed in two categories: symphonic and choral. Along with the song, symphonic and other genres of composers` works which were dedicated to the tragic events, the symphonies of J.Hajiyev, A.Rzayev, O.Kazimi, choral works of V.Adigozalov, A.Mirzayev and others are specially shown.