Roza Tazhibaevna Baglanova (1922–2011) is a legendary Kazakh singer, People's Artist of the USSR, one of the most famous performers of Kazakh folk and pop songs. Her name has become a symbol of steadfastness, talent and dedication to art, and her voice has captivated listeners around the world.

She was born on January 1, 1922 in the Kyzylorda region. From childhood, she showed musical talent, and after graduating from school she entered the Tashkent Textile Institute. However, the war changed her fate - during the Great Patriotic War she performed with concert brigades in front of soldiers at the front, raising their fighting spirit.

After the war, her career developed rapidly. She became a soloist of the Kazakh State Philharmonic, and then the State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater. Her repertoire included both Kazakh folk songs and pop works in various languages, including Russian, Uzbek, Korean, Chinese and even German.

Roza Baglanova triumphantly performed on the world's largest stages, including the Kremlin, Berlin, Paris, Prague, Vienna, Warsaw and Beijing. Her hallmark was the song “Ah, Samara-gorodok”, which she performed with special warmth.

For her contribution to the development of art, she was awarded many awards, including the title of People's Artist of the USSR (1967), the Order of Lenin, the Order of Otan and other high state awards. Despite her venerable age, she continued to perform, remaining true to her calling.

Roza Baglanova left a deep mark on the history of Kazakh culture. Her voice, filled with warmth and strength, remains part of the heritage of Kazakhstan, and her name is forever inscribed in the golden fund of world musical culture.