National Music Day
September 18, Wednesday
Traditionally, on this day, thousands of people gather in front of the Azerbaijan State Conservatory (nowadays the Baku Academy of Music) named in the honor of Hajibeyov. Here, the Azerbaijan State Symphony Orchestra, also named after Hajibeyov, under the direction of Niyazi, perform the works of the composer. This was Niyazi who initiated this tradition.
National Music Day in other years
- 2021 September 18, Saturday
- 2022 September 18, Sunday
- 2023 September 18, Monday
- 2025 September 18, Thursday