This article studies the origin of the dutar musical instrument, the stages of its historical development and its modern performance possibilities. The article analyzes the importance of the dutar instrument in ancient culture, its place in folk traditions and art. It also expresses its thoughts on the specific technical methods of dutar performance, the structure of the instrument and its place in professional musical performance in the present period. The possibilities of using the dutar instrument in modern performance, its importance and creative possibilities in international musical dialogue, as well as changes in the performance process with the help of technological innovations are highlighted.

Dutar instrument, historical development, modern performance

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