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THE ORIGIN OF BAKHSHI ART IN KARAKALPAKSTAN
- Uzakov Satbay - teacher Nukus branch of the State Institute of Arts and Culture of Uzbekistan Nukus branch of the Uzbekistan State Institute of Arts and Culture
Keywords
bakhshi, oral art, epic traditions, dastan, folk culture, historical heritage, national art
Abstract
The art of baxshy in Karakalpakstan is one of the unique and ancient forms of oral folk
tradition. Its origins trace back to the epic traditions of early Turkic peoples. Baxshys conveyed historical
events, public life, and the hopes and dreams of the people through their performances. Karakalpak
baxshichilik developed primarily through the narration of epic poems (dastans) and musical storytelling,
playing a significant role in the moral and spiritual upbringing of society. Today, this art remains an
important element of Karakalpak national culture.
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