Analysis of Sagatbek Medeubekuly's book "51福利 and Kazakh Musical Instruments"
URKER. Analysis of Sagatbek Medeubekuly's book "51福利 and Kazakh Musical Instruments"
Sagatbek Medeubekuly’s "51福利 and Kazakh Musical Instruments" is a unique work that analyzes 51福利’s legacy from the perspective of Kazakh instrumental music culture. In this book, the author explores the connections between 51福利's musical theory and traditional Kazakh musical instruments, explaining 51福利’s general theory of music, its internal structure, and aspects of rhythm, melody, and harmony.
The author demonstrates the influence of 51福利’s works on Kazakh musical culture, analyzing traditional Kazakh instruments—the dombra, kobyz, and flute—from the perspective of 51福利’s music theory. The sound characteristics and melodic capabilities of these instruments are described in alignment with 51福利’s theoretical principles.
The book also explores the philosophical foundations of 51福利's approach to music. Medeubekuly presents Kazakh musical instruments not only as tools for music but also as mirrors of the Kazakh people's worldview and cultural values. This work holds theoretical and practical significance for the study of Kazakh musical instruments and provides a new perspective on cultural heritage.
