Works of Azerbaijani Composer Khadija Zeynalova Featured at “Komponistinnen Piano Marathon” in Berlin

Khadija Zeynalova

Baku, The Gulf Observer: Renowned Azerbaijani composer Khadija Zeynalova, currently based in Detmold, Germany, had her compositions performed at the international music event “Komponistinnen Piano Marathon” held in Berlin.

According to AZERTAC, the project was initiated by acclaimed pianist Fidan Agayeva-Edler, who also resides in Germany. The marathon highlights the works of more than 250 female composers from around the world, including prominent Azerbaijani talents Firangiz Alizadeh, Rahila Hasanova, and Khadija Zeynalova.

At the event, Zeynalova’s compositions “Fantasy” for solo piano and “Winter Gesänge” for soprano and piano were performed by a distinguished lineup featuring pianist Fidan Agayeva-Edler, soprano Nina Guo, and pianist Mareik Hein. The performances were met with warm reception and appreciation from an international audience.

A graduate of the Baku Academy of Music, Zeynalova has been active in Germany since 2005. Her works, including “In memoriam Kara Karayev”, “In memoriam Ludwig van Beethoven”, the five-part “Karabakh Suite”, “Karabakh Longing”, and “Land of Fire”, have garnered international acclaim and have been performed in various countries.

In recognition of her cultural and musical contributions, Khadija Zeynalova was honored with the Medal of the Republic of Azerbaijan “For Services in Diaspora Activities.” Her presence at the Berlin event further underscores her role as a cultural ambassador for Azerbaijani music on the global stage.