Ansambl: Ay Qelbi Kovrek Sevil

The group’s name was inspired by Jafar Jabbarly’s play Sevil , symbolizing the liberation and modernity of the Azerbaijani woman. Their repertoire famously synthesized traditional Azerbaijani mugham with American jazz, soul, and psychedelic rock.

Sədaqət Dadaşova, Sevil Allahverdiyeva, Rəna Talıbova, Dilarə Cahangirova, and Rəna Hüseynova. Director: Vagif Mustafazadeh (Piano/Leader). Ay Qelbi Kovrek Sevil Ansambl

Lead vocalist and Vagif’s wife, recognized as the first woman to sing professionally in the jazz-mugham style. The group’s name was inspired by Jafar Jabbarly’s