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Azerbaijan State Ensemble of Folk Dances meets dance lovers again after 36 years on May 26 at Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Open Air Theater. Don't miss this amazing show!
The “Azerbaijan State Ensemble of Folk Dances” was established in 1970.
The founder of the ensemble is Azerbaijan's most well-known choreographer and state artist, Alibaba Abdullayev. Folk artist Halilzade Rufat has been the president of the community since 2018.
From the day it started its activities until today, the dance group brings the beauty and elegance of Azerbaijan's unique choreography, traditions, distinctive clothing, local rhythm, music and national dances to the stage.
The ensemble has performed in 60 countries around the world.
The dance group traditionally participates in "Azerbaijan Culture Days" festivals in many countries. It has been awarded gold medals in many international festivals.
In addition, the repertoire of the ensemble includes many Azerbaijani composers such as U. Hajibeyli, F. Amirov, S. Rustamov, T. Guliyev, R. Jahangirov, R. Hajiyev, H. Hanmammadov, A. Alizadenin, E. Sabitoğlu, T. Hajiyev, V. Adigoselov. The compositions of many composers were used in dances.
For their great contributions to the development of national culture, the Azerbaijan State Ensemble of Folk Dances was honored with the Medal of Honor in 1991.
Azerbaijan State Ensemble of Folk Dances has planned concerts and shows in many countries this year, as in previous years, in order to introduce Azerbaijan's richest dance and music culture to the world.