HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT OF INSTRUMENTS OF THE TURKIC PEOPLES OF CENTRAL ASIA (using dutor instruments as an example)

The most ancient and unique musical art manifests itself as a common language for all peoples, regardless of national and cultural trends. Through musical performance, people express their thoughts, feelings and views on life. Its formation and development directly affect the history of nations and peoples, their social, cultural and religious values. Music mainly consists of sounds, but its essence is not limited to sounds alone. The diversity of types of music creates great opportunities for its scientific study.

This article analyzes the historical formation, development and performance traditions of dutar-like instruments (Uzbek, Uyghur, Tajik, Turkmen, Karakalpak dutars), common among the peoples of Central Asia. The role of instruments in the art of maqom and folk music, their technical characteristics and role in preserving cultural heritage are highlighted.