Short bio Tolib Shakhidi
Full biography Tolib Shakhidi
Tolib Shakhidi was a prominent composer, conductor and folklorist from Uzbekistan. He was born on January 12, 1928 in Tashkent and grew up in a household that was steeped in the rich musical traditions of Central Asia. His father was a skilled musician who taught him the basics of the Tar, a traditional stringed instrument, and exposed him to a variety of local melodies and rhythms.
Shakhidi went on to study at the Tashkent State Conservatory, where he honed his skills in classical music composition and conducting. He eventually rose to become a highly respected figure in the world of music, both locally and internationally, earning a reputation as one of Uzbekistan's most talented composers.
Throughout his career, Shakhidi remained committed to preserving and promoting Uzbekistan's rich musical heritage. He collected and recorded hundreds of traditional Uzbek folk songs and melodies, and incorporated these elements into his own works, creating a unique sound that combined classical and folk styles.
Among Shakhidi's most notable works are his operas, ballets, and symphonies, which are infused with the rhythms and melodies of Uzbekistan. He also composed numerous pieces for traditional Uzbek instruments such as the Tar, the Sato, and the Doira.
In addition to his work as a composer, Shakhidi was also a dedicated educator. He taught at the Tashkent State Conservatory for over thirty years, mentoring generations of aspiring musicians and composers.
Shakhidi passed away on January 14, 2013, leaving behind a rich legacy in the world of Uzbek music. His contributions to the preservation and elevation of Uzbekistan's musical culture remain an inspiration to musicians and audiences alike.
Compositions featuring Tolib Shakhidi
# | Name | Duration | Genre | Year |
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1 | Clarinet Concerto | 18:18 min | Concerto | 2010 |
2 | Playing Backgammon, for piano | 3:15 min | Keyboard | 2008 |
3 | Sufi and Buddha, picture etude for piano | 5:34 min | Keyboard | 2002 |
4 | Siyavush, ballet | Ballet | 1992 | |
5 | Sado, symphonic poem for orchestra | 9:36 min | Orchestral | 1984 |
6 | Rubai Hayam, ballet | Ballet | 1980 | |
7 | Death of Ursurer, ballet suite for orchestra | 10:09 min | Orchestral | 1978 |
8 | Darius, symphonic picture for orchestra | 8:45 min | Orchestral | - |
9 | The March, for orchestra | 1:55 min | Orchestral | - |
Albums featuring Tolib Shakhidi
# | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
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1 | Kirill Volkov, Tatiana Chudova, Tolib Shakhidi, Yuri Vorontsov, Alexei Sergunin, Alexei Sysoyev – Anthology Of Piano Music By Russian And Soviet Composers, Vol. 7, Part Two, From 1991 To Now(CD, Album) | 2014 | Мелодия | |
2 | Tolibkhon Shakhidi – Valery Gergiev, London Symphony Orchestra, Mariinsky Theatre Symphony Orchestra – Valery Gergiev – Tolibkhon Shakhidi(CD, ) | 2012 | Мелодия | |
3 | Symphonic Music. Vocal Pieces. "Kalif-Stork" Opera Extracts(2×CD, Album) | 2003 | Not On Label (Толиб Шахиди Self-released) | |
4 | Symphonic Music. Live in Moscow 06.12.1999(CD, Album) | 2002 | Not On Label (Толиб Шахиди Self-released) | |
5 | Symphonic Music And Ballet Extracts(CD, Album) | 2002 | Not On Label (Толиб Шахиди Self-released) | |
6 | Тихая Музыка / Камерная Симфония «Чарх»(LP) | 1990 | Мелодия | |
7 | А. Латиф-Заде, Т. Шахиди – Камерная Симфония Для Струнного Оркестра Симфония-Элегия Для Струнного Оркестра, Арфы И Литавр(LP, Stereo) | 1990 | Мелодия | |
8 | Симфония № 2 "Таджики" / Поэма Для Симфонического Оркеcтра "Садо" / Вторая Сюита Из Балета "Рубай Хайяма"(LP) | 1985 | Мелодия | |
9 | Смерть Ростовщика фрагменты балета,Макомт№2,Камерные Произведения(LP, Album, Stereo) | 1984 | Мелодия | |
10 | Я. Сабзанов / С. Хамраев / Ф. Бахор / Т. Шахиди – Симфонические Произведения Композиторов Таджикистана(LP, Compilation) | 1982 | Мелодия | |
11 | Фрагменты Балетов / Балетная Сюита / Празднество(LP, Mono) | 1981 | Мелодия |
Videos featuring Tolib Shakhidi
Фрагменты из балета "Рубаи Хайяма"
Толиб Шахиди - Государственный Оркестр России.
Балетмейстер: С.Азаматова
В ролях:
Ситовая,Муза-Малика Саби
">Фильм-балет РУБАИ ХАЙЯМА•Film-ballet RUBAI HAYYAMA
#балет #ballet
Фильм-балет "Рубаи Хайяма" с яркой музыкой композитора Толиба Шахиди
Балетмейстер: С.Азаматова
В ролях:
Ситовая,Муза-Малика Саби
Опера Калиф Аист
Т Шахиди
Либретто: Владимир Чайковский
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