Yunus Rajabiy’s legacy and the development of Maqom art

Abstract

This article analyzes the role of Yunus Rajabiy in Uzbek classical music and examines his scholarly and creative legacy. It evaluates Rajabiy’s work in collecting, systematizing, and transcribing maqoms into musical notation as an important stage in the preservation and development of the national musical heritage. In particular, it highlights how the written systematization of Shashmaqom strengthened the scientific foundations of maqom art. The article also demonstrates that the activities of the Yunus Rajabiy Named Maqom Ensembleb established on his initiative, contributed significantly to the stage and pedagogical development of maqom performance. The study concludes that Rajabiy’s legacy represents an important cultural phenomenon that laid a foundation for the sustainable development of national musical thought.