This article studies the issues of musical interpretation of images of historical figures in the work of Uzbek composers Mustafa Bafoyev and Khabibullo Rakhimov. The content and essence of historical images in their works, their uniqueness in musical language and artistic expression are analyzed. The possibilities of incorporating historical events into musical works and thereby illuminating national values are considered. Conclusions are drawn that the authors skillfully interpreted the issues of preserving the historical memory of the people and passing on the aesthetic heritage to generations in their works. The article also shows the contribution of these works to the development of modern musical culture.

Uzbek composers, Mustafa Bafoyev, Khabibullo Rakhimov

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