Uzbek pianist Behzod Abduraimov describes his musical journey, from humble beginnings in Tashkent to performing in storied venues around the world.
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From learning basic scales with his mother in Tashkent to refining his artistry under world‑renowned mentors in the United States, Uzbek pianist Behzod Abduraimov has built a career on some of the world’s most celebrated stages.
In this episode of Changemakers of Uzbekistan, he recalls how his first teacher, Tamara Popovich, laid his technical foundation, and how later studies with compatriot Stanislav Ioudenitch shaped his understanding of styles and composers.
Abduraimov describes the responsibility performers carry as a bridge between composer and audience, spending countless hours interpreting scores to awaken emotions in listeners.
He shares the challenges of constant travel and the thrill of achieving childhood dreams, performing at Carnegie Hall, the Sydney Opera House, and beyond - proving that music transcends borders, politics, and time, while proudly carrying his Uzbek heritage worldwide.
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