A nationwide dombyra challenge, dedicated to thecelebration of equinox, renewal, and kindness, tookplace in Kazakh schools and vocational education institutions. Renowned kui songs by Kazakhcomposers, including ‘Balbyrauyn,’ ‘Adai,’ and ‘Saryarka,’ were simultaneously performed by over127,000 people.
Organizers highlighted that such initiatives help instill patriotism among young Kazakh citizens as well as preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of the nation.
“The Kazakh folk wisdom says: ‘A Kazakh personfinds his true self through playing the dombyra’. Of course, there are many Kazakh traditionalinstruments, including kobyz, shan-kobyz, zhetigen, and others. However, the dombyra holds immensesignificance for the Kazakh people. This instrumenthas been passed down to us by great composerssuch as Kurmangazy, Tattimbet, and Dauletkerei. Everyone should know how to play it, includingchildren, who help promote our culture and art byplaying the dombyra abroad,” said school principalFarkhad Sabiyev.
“My older sister plays the dombyra excellently. I got attracted to the instrument and decided to learnit too,” a young dombyra player said.
“I learned to play the dombyra when I was inelementary school. Today, I am participating in thechallenge along with 350 children. I am really excited about it,” shared another player.
Editor: Аяз Назерке
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