LONDON, October 18. /Dunyo IA/.  With the support of the Embassy Uzbekistan and the British project Maqām Beyond Nation, a concert by the renowned Uzbek Maqom Performer, singer and musician Abror Zufarov was held in London, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

Event took place at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS University of London), with the participation of faculty, students and foreign guests.

At the beginning of the program, the participants were presented with information about the history of Uzbek national music and the art of Maqom, its scientific and theoretical foundations, performance traditions and significance in the musical culture of the East.

During the concert, Abror Zufarov demonstrated unique examples of Uzbek classical music and Maqom pieces, as well as his mastery of playing national musical instruments, allowing guests to get better acquainted with the richness and originality of Uzbekistan's musical heritage.

Professor Rachel Harris of SOAS, who specializes in the study of Maqom and the intangible cultural heritage of China and Central Asia, noted in an interview with a Dunyo IA correspondent that the concert provided an opportunity to closely experience the richness of Uzbek national music, the uniqueness of its performing style and its unique musical traditions.

According to her, during the event, faculty and students also exchanged views with the performer regarding his vocal mastery, vocal range, the specific features of performing Maqom and the utilization of national musical instruments.

Rachel Harris emphasized that such events are of significant importance not only for a deeper understanding of the musical heritage of Uzbekistan but also for academic and cultural exchange, as well as the development of international cooperation. She noted that such initiatives contribute to the strengthening of cultural ties between Uzbekistan and the United Kingdom.

Following the event, mutual interest was expressed in the further development of cooperation between SOAS and representatives of the arts of Uzbekistan.

Concert marked an important step in promoting the Uzbek musical heritage on the international arena, strengthening cultural dialogue, and expanding academic interaction between Uzbekistan and the United Kingdom.