In 2024, 250 cultural events were held in 9 cultural centers. The number of spectators was 26,079.
Among them, large-scale cultural events can be noted:
In connection with the 220th anniversary of the birth of Kunanbai Oskenbayuly and the 75th anniversary of the birth of the singer and composer Zhanibek Karmenov, a competition of regional artists' creativity on the theme "The Great Steppe Hero" was held in March of this year with the aim of developing national art and culture, nurturing feelings of patriotism and Kazakhstani patriotism in the younger generation. According to the competition regulations, 10 art groups from 9 rural districts took part in the competition. On May 21, the final gala concert of the art lovers' competition dedicated to the Day of Culture and Art Workers was held in the district House of Culture. Following the results of the competition, the winners were awarded diplomas of the district akim and special prizes. A cultural evening "Singing Man - Zhanibek" was held, dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the birth of the singer, writer, Honored Artist of the Kazakh SSR Zhanibek Karmenov. Artists of the Semipalatinsk State Philharmonic named after Amre Kashaubayev and the folk song and dance ensemble "Kalamkas" took part in the cultural event. A festive evening was held on the theme "A person's name is created by labor ...", dedicated to the 63rd anniversary of the retirement of the soloist of the folk song and dance ensemble "Kalamkas" Toleukhan Kosmanavt Sagidollaevich and the chairman of the board of the folk song and dance ensemble "Kalamkas" Adkey Marat Kuanyshovich. head of the Toktamys rural club.At the evening, the district akim Meirzhan Serikbosynovich awarded Adkey Marat Kuanyshovich, the head of the Toktamys village club, with the medal "Abai elinin el arakshy" for his significant contribution to the cultural sphere of the village.
On May 18, in honor of the International Museum Day, the State Museum-Reserve of Abai "Zhidebay-Borili" in Semey hosted the opening of the exhibition "Kunanbai - the man who glorified Alash", dedicated to the 220th anniversary of the birth of public figure Kunanbai Oskenbayuly. During the event, artists of the folk song and dance ensemble "Kalamkas" performed. The director of the museum Ulan Bolatovich Sagadiev presented the medal "Abai Museum" to the soloist of our ensemble Toleukhan Kosmonavt, a cultural figure of the Republic of Kazakhstan, who has been performing the image of Abai for about 30 years. A large-scale cultural event "Baba Toiy-El Toiy" dedicated to the 220th anniversary of Kunanbai Oskenbayuly was held. Theatrical performances on the theme "From the child of Kunanbai to the wise Kunanbai" were shown with the participation of artists of the district. During the event, the team of the folk song and dance ensemble "Kalamkas" was presented with a special gift from the akim of the Abay district Nurlan Telmanovich Urankhaev - the keys to the bus. A creative evening of the song "My soul is kindred with art" was held, dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the birth of one of the founders of the folk song and dance ensemble "Kalamkas", Honored Worker of Culture of the Kazakh SSR Tamara Khauskyzy Kuzbayeva. winner of the medal "Shapagat" and the medal "Veteran of Labor". was held. At the festive evening, the district akim Meirzhan Serikbosynovich gave a congratulatory speech and presented the “Abai” medal from the Abai Museum.On September 26-27, a concert of the folk song and dance ensemble "Kalamkas" was held as part of the final award ceremony dedicated to the 220th anniversary of the birth of public figure Kunanbai Oskenbayuly. On October 25, on the Republic Day, a festive meeting was held in the district House of Culture. During the event, the winner of the "Kurmet" order, Honored Cultural Worker of the Republic of Kazakhstan, director of the "Abai District House of Culture" Oryngozina Laura Sovetovna, Honored Cultural Worker of the Republic of Kazakhstan, winner of the "Shapagat" medal, soloist of the folk song and dance ensemble "Kalamkas" Kuzbayeva Tamara Khausovna, winner of the "Excellent Worker of Culture of the Republic of Kazakhstan" badge, performer of the image of "Abai" Toleukhan Cosmonaut Sagidollauly spoke. The soloist of the folklore song and dance ensemble "Kalamkas" was awarded the "Honorary Citizen of the Abay District" badge by the district akim M. Smagulov.
We are carrying out a number of works to revive the culture of the district.
In general, each specialist in various areas of the cultural sphere is entrusted with great responsibility. In accordance with modern requirements, the ensemble members are engaged in creative work and are preparing for new ideas. Each song performed on stage is accompanied by a compositional performance. The performance is interesting not only for its idea and content, but also for the way it is staged and played, and each song, harmoniously and harmoniously combined in all aspects, captivates the audience, while maintaining its artistic integrity.
A cover artist is someone who performs a melody and lyrics in his “own” version of a musical composition, changing the tone and color of the song and adding additional arrangements. Currently, the cover artist of our ensemble Tannur Dzhaksybekov has recorded cover versions of the songs “Bir razy kyz” and “Balausa”, which are posted on the websites of Abay films, Agugai, Muzik.kz, “Baij music”, winning the hearts of listeners. .
The song “Abai Region” by local composer Kentau Nazarbek, written to the words of poet Tolegen Zhangaliev, was arranged at a high level by the musical director of our regional ensemble Damir Bekmukhanbetov and performed by the male quintet “Kalamkas”. "folk song and dance ensemble. This song was to the liking of the author and causes applause from art lovers.
The artists of the House of Culture are working hard, preparing for all the anniversaries held in accordance with the significant calendar of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Since the Abay district is a sacred place where three giants were born, it is known that honored guests from all over the republic and the world come to the village of Zhidebay in our district every day to pay tribute to their ancestors, large-scale events are held. in the Abay district. It has become a normal duty of cultural figures to greet and see off guests in front of the Zhidebay Museum with their art, demonstrating the culture and hospitality of the country.
In the future, systematic work will be continued in the Abay district to implement state policy in the field of culture, provide cultural services to the population, and meet the spiritual needs of the population. This year, systematic work will be carried out to achieve the high goals and objectives that we have set for ourselves in promoting our national culture.