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| Memorial Event for Rafiq Babayev in Baku Jazz Centre by Baku Jazz Center  On 30th March the Jazz Centre organised a memorial evening dedicated to legendary Azerbaijani jazz pianist, composer and arranger, Rafiq Babayev. His family, friends and admirers were invited and were shown a film about the life and work of a musician who was struck down in his prime. Rafig Babayev's tragic death shook both Azerbaijan and the wider world. The explosion in the Metro abruptly ended the life of a wonderful musician and man of great humour who had lived a full and creative life. He could have done a lot more for his art and for the rising generation.Director Eldar Guliyev said, "Rafig claimed that he would express himself as a patriot by his creativity. He believed that only a creative person could be useful to his country!" The death of Rafig, a peace-loving man of the highest sentiments, aroused revulsion against evil and violence, war and terrorism. Rafig Babayev was one of those strong personalities who will live in the memory forever. write your comments about the article :: © 2006 Jazz News :: home page |