The Theme of Patriotism and Heroism in Vasif Adigozalov's Work

The article presents 4 great works of Vasif Adigozalov, a prominent representative of the Azerbaijani school of composition, created at the end of the 20th century – “Yurd of Fires” (1988, words: R.Z.Khandan), “Karabagh Shikastesi” (1989, words: T.Elchin), “Canaggala – 1915” (1988, libretto: S. Duru, text: Mehmet Akif Ersoy), “Caravan of Sorrow” (1999, words: R. Rza) oratorios are analyzed in terms of vocal-symphonic works of Azerbaijan. In the article, the themes of patriotism and heroism take special importance in the oratorio genre of the composer's works written in the oratorio genre in the 90s of the 20th century, in connection with the bloody and tragic events that took place in the history of Azerbaijan. Vasif Adigozelov's creativity is wide, and the topics he addresses are colorful. Looking at the catalog of works created by the composer, you can't help but be amazed. Vasif Adigozalov wrote two operas - "The Dead" and "Natevan", musical comedy - including "Grandma's royal bird", "Haji Kara" (co-author R. Mustafayev), "Let's divorce, we will marry", "Take your share, call uncle" etc. ., as well as the oratorios "Odlar yurdu", "Karabagh shikastesi", "Çanakkale-1915", "Caravan of Sorrow", 3 symphonies, "Segah" mugham-symphony, "Stages", "Africa is struggling", etc. he is the author of symphonic poems, 6 instrumental concerts, many chamber-instrumental works, songs and romances, music written for dramas and movies.