Saken Maygaziev

Saken Maigaziev is a Kazakh singer, teacher and public figure who has made a significant contribution to the development of Kazakh pop music music. For decades, he has remained one of the brightest representatives of the national music scene, successfully combining traditional and modern trends in his work.

Since 2001, he has been a soloist of the popular ensemble MuzART, which played an important role in the popularization of Kazakh pop music. The group not only brought a new look to the country’s music industry, but also maintained connections with folk songs.

traditions. Their repertoire includes both modern pop compositions, and arrangements of folk songs, which allowed

attract a wide audience and preserve the national musical heritage.

In addition to performing activities, Maigaziev pays great attention to pedagogy and education of a new generation of artists. He works as a teacher at the Republican College of Variety Circus Arts and the Kazakh National Academy of Arts, where he holds the position of vice-rector for creative work and international relations. His professional training includes not only vocal training skill, but also scientific activity – he defended his dissertation on the topic “Kazirgі kazakh pop music ethnofolklore tendencies”, exploring the development of ethnofolklore elements in modern Kazakh pop music.

His contribution to the culture of Kazakhstan has been recognized with many awards, including the State Youth Prize "Daryn", the title "Honored Worker of Kazakhstan", and medal “Halyk Algysy”. His activities cover not only the stage, but also teaching, research work and social activities, contributing to the development of the country's musical art.