SCIENTIFIC ANALYSIS OF MAQOM SYSTEM, CULTURAL IDENTITY, PEDAGOGY AND THE LEGACY OF YUNUS RAJABIY IN MODERN UZBEK MUSIC

Abstract

This article explores the maqom system as a fundamental component of Uzbek musical heritage through the scientific legacy of Yunus Rajabiy, while also addressing its role in cultural identity, pedagogy, and contemporary musical development. The study integrates analytical, historical, and ethnomusicological approaches to examine the structural complexity of maqom, its transformation in the context of globalization, and its educational significance. Special attention is given to Rajabiy’s contribution to the systematization and preservation of Shashmaqom, as well as the continuation of his artistic school in modern Uzbek music. The findings reveal that maqom is not only a musical system but also a dynamic cultural phenomenon that continues to evolve while maintaining its traditional foundations.