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Summer 1998 (AI 2.2)
Azerbaijan International
Photo: Oleg Litvin
Courtesy: British Petroleum
Jujalarim - Children's
Drumming Ensemble in front of Baku's most recognizable landmark,
"Maiden's Tower". The word "Jujalarim" refers
to a favorite, rhythmic, little children's song called "Little
Chickens" in Azeri.
These young drummers are part of a long tradition of song and
dance groups founded in the Children's Palace in 1937. They have
performed in many international festivals and competitions over
the years. Last fall, after winning a national competition in
Baku, they went to be part of Azerbaijan's first representative
group at the 21st Aberdeen International Youth Festival, August
4-14, 1993, thanks to a cultural program sponsored by British
Petroleum. |
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