A tribute evening to Rasul Rza, the late Azerbaijani poet, on occasion of his 100th birthday, was held yesterday at the Muslim Magomayev Azerbaijan State Philharmonic Hall.
The exhibition at the foyer showcased the photos from the poet`s private archives. The evening has brought together a number of people close to the late poet, including his family and high profile literary, artistic figures, a larger number of poetry lovers.
Also in attendance were Deputy Prime Minister Elchin Efendiyev, Humanitarian and Political Department of Azerbaijan Presidential Body Chief Fatma Abdullazade, minister of culture Abulfas Garayev, rector of Baku branch of the Lomonosov Moscow State University, professor Nargiz Pashayeva, MPs.
People`s Writer Anar, the late poet`s son, said series of events to mark the jubilee of Rasul Rza are being held both in Azerbaijan and abroad. The participants emphasized that one of the outstanding poets of the 20th century - Rasul Rza infused a fresh spirit into the modern Azeri poetry thus winning the repute as an innovative poet. Also among the speakers was Yagub Deliomarogly, who said Rasul Rza`s poetry is beloved by Turkish people.
Throughout the program, slides were shown from Rasul Rza`s life. Famous actors Fakhraddin Manafov, Mehriban Zaki, Amina Yusifgizi, Khuraman Gasimova and others participated in the evening by reading several of Rasul Rza`s poems and singing the songs on his lyrics.

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