Another “Night of Karabakh” charity concert held at the initiative of Karabakh Revival Fund

On July 8, the fifth edition of the “Night of Karabakh” charity concert was held at the initiative and organization of the Karabakh Revival Fund, with support from the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Azerbaijan State Academic Philharmonic Hall named after Muslim Magomayev.

The concert was made possible thanks to the sponsorship of the “Tamstore” supermarket chain, “Azerlotereya” OJSC, and “Huner Group” company, as well as media support from “Azerbaijan Television and Radio Broadcasting” CJSC and the State Agency for Advertisement of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

The event was attended by government officials, representatives of donor companies and Fund partners who have supported restoration efforts in the liberated territories, as well as prominent cultural and artistic figures.

Speaking at the event, Chairman of the Executive Board of the Karabakh Revival Fund Rahman Hajiyev emphasized the primary goal of the concert and underlined the importance of fundraising for Karabakh’s ongoing restoration:

“Following the historic victory of our heroic Army in the Patriotic War under the leadership of the Victorious Commander-in-Chief, President Ilham Aliyev, Karabakh has entered a new phase of restoration, revival, and development. The unity of the state, private sector, and society - and their solidarity in rebuilding the liberated territories - is of vital importance. As a Presidential Decree-established body, the Karabakh Revival Fund has launched various projects to attract donations and encourage civic engagement. ‘Night of Karabakh’ is one such initiative.”

Hajiyev expressed gratitude to all supporters - those who helped organize the concert and those who contributed by purchasing tickets for the cause.

The event continued with a moving artistic performance featuring world-renowned tenor and People’s Artist Yusif Eyvazov, Honored Artist Afag Abbasova, and soloists Mahir Taghizade and Aytaj Shikhalizade, who performed pieces by international and Azerbaijani composers. The concert was accompanied by the Symphony Orchestra of the Azerbaijan State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater, conducted by Mustafa Mehmandarov.

Following the performance, an official reception was held during which the Karabakh Revival Fund presented special plaques and certificates of appreciation to its partners, donors, and performers in recognition of their support and solidarity.

Two photo exhibitions were also organized in the foyer of the Philharmonic Hall: “Urbicide in Karabakh”, depicting the destruction caused by Armenian forces during the occupation, and “From Tragedy to Triumph”, highlighting the ongoing reconstruction and restoration efforts in the liberated territories.

It is worth noting that four similar concerts were previously held: two in Baku (2022 and 2024), one in Ganja (2023), and one in Shusha (2024).

Nearly 400,000 AZN raised from the concerts between 2021 and 2024 was directed toward the restoration of cultural heritage sites, including the Imarat Complex of Panah Ali Khan in Aghdam and the purchase of a Yamaha grand concert piano for the city of Shusha.

More than 73,000 AZN raised from this year’s concert will be allocated to the creation of Occupation and Victory Museum Complexes in the liberated territories—projects designed to commemorate the glorious Victory in the Patriotic War and honor the memory of Azerbaijan’s martyrs.