The Musical Culture of the Tatars of the Early 20th Century: Ilyasbek Kudashev-Ashkazarsky
Journal: Music Scholarship / Problemy Muzykal noj Nauki
Year: 2020

The present article examines the artistic engagements of the brilliant representative of early 20th century Tatar stage art Ilyasbek Kudashev-Ashkarazsky. Analysis is made of performances of the musical-theatrical troupe which under his leadership combined theatrical and concert divertissements with performances of vocal, instrumental and dance numbers; the troupe’s concert tour activities are described. For the first time in modern scholarship the author highlights Kudashev- Ashkezarsky’s music