(MENAFN- AzerNews) Russia's Channel One will air a documentary "The Best Voice of
the Earth" dedicated to Azerbaijan's prominent singer Muslim
Magomayev on August 30. The film tells about the main life stories
of Muslim Magomayev, Azernews reports.
Muslim Magomayev would have turned 81. Named the "King of
Songs", he always mesmerized the overjoyed audience with his
fascinating baritone.
The legendary 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.
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