Culture · 7 September 2026
Leyli and Majnun — The First Opera of the East
In 1908 the Taghiyev Theatre staged the first opera of the Muslim world, written by 22-year-old Uzeyir Hajibeyli.
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Fly2Baku blog posts about “Music”: 5 article(s) on Baku and Azerbaijan — sights, travel tips and tours.
Culture · 11 August 2026
Meykhana — Azerbaijan's Poetic Battle
Long before rap battles, people on the Absheron Peninsula competed in witty improvised rhymes. This is meykhana.
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Culture · 9 August 2026
Mugham — The Soul of Azerbaijani Music
Mugham is an improvised musical art recognised by UNESCO as intangible heritage. Here is how to listen to it.
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Culture · 8 August 2026
Azerbaijani Folk Dances: What to Know
Azerbaijani dances mirror the nation's character, history and celebrations. Here are the best-known dances and where to see them.
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Culture · 6 August 2026
The Music of Azerbaijan: From the Tar to the Organ Hall
Tar, kamancha, balaban, mugham and opera — music is everywhere in Azerbaijan. A short guide for anyone who wants to hear it live in Baku.
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