DOI: https://doi.org/10.36719/2706-6185/52/94-99
Zemfira Babayeva
Nakhchivan State University
PhD student
https://orcid.org/0009-0001-8634-6955
vusala.nasir@icloud.com
The Compositional Legacy of Nariman Mammadov
Abstract
Nariman Mammadov is one of the distinguished representatives of the Azerbaijani school of composition, contributing significantly to various areas of national musical culture. His creative output encompasses a wide range—from vocal and symphonic music to mugham interpretations and theatrical compositions. Mammadov’s works stand out for their synthesis of Azerbaijani folk elements with classical European musical forms. He also played a key role in the notation and analytical study of mughams, thereby contributing to the preservation and transmission of this ancient art to future generations. His ballets, oratorios, symphonies, children’s songs, and theatrical music have become valuable not only for performance but also for music education and scholarly research. This article offers a systematic overview of Nariman Mammadov’s compositional legacy, exploring the roots of his musical language and artistic vision. The study encompasses his multi-dimensional activities as a composer, educator, and music theorist.
Keywords: Nariman Mammadov, composer, Azerbaijani music, mugham, symphonic creativity, ballet music, vocal cycles, pedagogical work