Bakir Tazhibaev — Poet, Composer, Playwright | 100th Anniversary 2026

Official cultural archive of Bakir Tazhibaev (Бәкір Тәжібаев, 1926–1994), Kazakh poet, composer, and playwright. Commemorating 100 years of legacy — 1926–2026.

About Bakir Tazhibaev

Bakir Tazhibaev was one of Kazakhstan's most celebrated artists of the 20th century. Born in 1926, he authored over 150 songs, 20 plays, and numerous poems that captured the spirit of the Kazakh steppe. His song "Aliya" remains one of the most beloved compositions in Kazakh musical heritage.

Archive

Browse songs, poems, plays, and manuscripts from the Bakir Tazhibaev cultural archive. Ask questions powered by AI, explore an interactive biography timeline, and discover digitized historical texts.

Centenary Celebration 2026

2026 marks the 100th anniversary of Bakir Tazhibaev's birth. This platform is dedicated to preserving and sharing his enduring contribution to Kazakh culture, literature, and music.