(MENAFN- AzerNews) Azerbaijan's prominent singer, Muslim Magomayev (1942-2008) will
receive a star at the Sea Breeze Walk of Fame on August 21.
People's Artist of the USSR Tamara Sinyavskaya, who was a spouse
of the legendary singer, is expected to participate in the
ceremony, Azernews reports.
The event will be organized as part of the Sea Breeze Walk of
Fame project at 18:30 next to The GRAND project. Entrance is free
for all visitors.
Note that well-known singers Engelbert Humperdinck and Nani
Bregvadze have previously received their stars on the alley.
Sea Breeze Walk of Fame is an attraction dedicated to
outstanding and famous artists, musicians, actors and artists both
in Azerbaijan and around the world. The street alley will present
stars with personalized autographs.
Muslim Magomayev's music takes a special place in the history of
the Azerbaijani culture.
The singer grew up in a creative environment: his father was a
theater artist while his mother was a dramatic actress.
Muslim Magomayev's grandfather is considered one of the founders
of modern Azerbaijani classical music.
In 1964, Magomayev left for a one-year internship at the Milan
Opera House La Scala.
In 1962, Magomayev first appeared in Moscow, where he performed
during the Days of Azerbaijani Culture. He sang an aria from
Gounod's Faust, and the song "Do the Russians Want War?" that left
no one indifferent.
World-famous baritone successfully toured across Italy, France,
Bulgaria, Finland, Canada, the United States, Cuba, and other
countries.
Magomayev was also known as a composer, wrote several film
soundtracks and songs. He composed songs, soundtracks, and music
for theatrical performances. In addition, he played in films and
acted as a host in television and radio broadcasts.
In 1966 and 1969, Magomayev performed in Paris Olympia with
great success. At the very young age of 31, he was awarded the
title of People's Artist of the USSR.
After so many years, Muslim Magomayev's fans all over the world
continue to admire the prominent singer.