Bibigul Akhmetovna Tulegenova (born December 16, 1929) is a legendary Kazakh opera singer (lyric soprano), teacher, People's Artist of the USSR, one of the most significant figures in the history of Kazakh music. Her name has become a symbol of the highest skill, and her voice has won over listeners far beyond the borders of Kazakhstan.

She was born in 1929 in Semipalatinsk (now Semey, Kazakhstan) into the family of a folk musician. From childhood, she showed a love for music, and her talent was noticed at a young age. In 1954, she graduated from the Kazakh Conservatory (now the Kazakh National University of Arts), where she studied with the famous teacher Kulyash Baiseitova.

Her professional career began at the Abay State Opera and Ballet Theater, where she performed leading roles in classical and national operas. Among her best roles are Sarah in the opera “Birzhan and Sarah”, Azhar in “Abai”, Tatyana in “Eugene Onegin”. In addition to opera, Bibigul Tulegenova actively performed Kazakh folk songs, giving them special expressiveness and depth.

Her unique timbre, purity of intonation and deep emotionality made her one of the best singers in the Soviet Union. She performed on the world's largest stages, representing Kazakh culture in Europe, America and Asia. For her services, she was awarded many awards, including the title of People's Artist of the USSR (1967), orders and prizes for her contribution to the development of art.

In addition to her brilliant career as a singer, Bibigul Tulegenova was engaged in teaching, training young vocalists and passing on her invaluable experience. Her name has become a legend, and her voice remains a symbol of the beauty and greatness of Kazakh vocal art. An international vocal competition is held in her honor in Kazakhstan, and her work continues to inspire new generations of musicians.