The institute of National varieti Art named after Botir Zakirov under the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan

The History of the foundation of the Institute of National Variety named after Bоtir Zokirov.

   Uzbek pop music, despite its relative popularity, has a certain historical basis. The bright performing potential, rich and productive scope of the first pop artists, who played a decisive role in its formation and early development, formed the basis of modern Uzbek singing and became important factors in the development of this layer of folk art as a new and folk art of the 20th century. Among such people was Botir Zokirov (1936.04.26.-1985.23.1), World stage star of the 20th century, famous artist, talented creator. His creative phenomenon literally became the motivation for the qualitative improvement of modern Uzbek musical culture and art of the twentieth century.

    Botir Zokirov is known among our people as an accomplished pop singer. However, during his short life (49 years), his works in drama, directing, cinema, prose, and fine arts were marked by great talent. The originality of B. Zokirov’s talent served as the basis for the formation of a bright and unique school of pop interpretation, as well as the birth of such a mature pop group as “Music Hall,”   the only one in our Republic, but also throughout Asia in general.

 With his initial experience in the pop genre, Botir Zokirov was one of the first who defined the national image of the Uzbek pop music at the stage of its formation through the “complicated path” of comparing and identifying the complexity of the artistic styles of oriental performers, their common and individual characteristics, similarities and differences, a combination of oriental and Western singing traditions.

        Based on the results achieved over many years of tireless work,                      self-improvement, creative activity in the ensemble and pop symphony orchestra,   Botir Zokirov’s unique “individual” style of performance was created. Each work performed by the singer on stage is felt with the heart and sincerely expressed in a “painful” voice. A singer who has the ability to stage songs through one tone, a certain melodic line that is in harmony with the orchestra. An important aspect of Botir Zokirov’s performing style is his high artistic taste and culture, and from the point of view of interpretation, he has received recognition from international experts. By decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan dated August 26, the famous artist, People's Artist of Uzbekistan Botir Zokirov (1936-1985) was awarded by the Order “Respected by people and Homeland.”

 “With his enormous talent, unique and inimitable creativity, he laid the foundations of the Uzbek stage, his incomparable contribution to the development of national culture, the spread of its glory among the peoples of the world, his unforgettable services in educating the younger generation in the Spirit of love and loyalty to the Motherland, that was described in awarding document.

   In accordance with the Decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan  No.5261 dated October 16, 2021, the Institute was created in order to create national schools of pop performance, train highly qualified specialists, accelerate the development of national pop art through the effective use of scientific potential, as well as by the Decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan dated October 2, 2020, in accordance with decision No. PQ-4908 “On the wide celebration of the 85th anniversary of the birth of the People’s Artist of Uzbekistan Botir Zakirov”,in  according to the decree an Institute called the National Institute of Variety Arts which was created in honor of the famous artist named after     Botir Zokirov at the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan.

  National Variety Institute named after Botir Zokirov is a state higher educational institution working in the field of vocational education and issuing state diplomas to graduates in 2 areas of higher education (bachelor's and master's degrees).

 The Institute trains qualified specialists in scientific and pedagogical skills in the field of  pop art, creates ample opportunities for them to engage in scientific and creative activities, and trains specialists in several narrow specialties directly related to the direction of domestic pop art.

  The educational process of this institution combines two areas: science and art, creative activity and practical technologies. In 2 faculties and 9 departments of the institute, students are trained in Uzbek and Russian languages in 6 areas of education and 5 specializing spheres. The institute trains specialists in such areas as musicology, composition and arrangement, performance on pop instruments, pop singing, musical sound directing, training of pop performance teachers.

  Today, more than 470 students study at the institute in bachelor’s and master’s degrees. In practice, they are provided with scholarships and social assistance on the basis of regulatory documents. Today, a high level of education is ensured by the merits of highly qualified teachers. At the Institute today, out of 97 teachers, there are 1 Doctor of Science, 5 Candidates of Science, 9 professors, 11 associate professors and more than 70 teachers awarded honorary titles.

The International Relations Department of the Batir Zokirov National Institute of Musical Art under the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan hereby informs foreign citizens wishing to study at the institute of the following:

Education at the Bachelor's level is on a tuition-fee (contract) basis, and the tuition fee for 1 year is set at 3,300 USD. Accommodation is provided. The fee for the dormitory is set at 500,000 UZS per month.

Education at the Master's level is also on a tuition-fee (contract) basis, and the tuition fee for 1 year is set at 3,600 USD. Students at both Bachelor's and Master's levels can use the library and phonotheque (audio library) free of charge. Instruction is conducted in Uzbek and Russian. Upon successful completion of your Bachelor's or Master's degree, you will be awarded a diploma in Uzbek, Russian, and English.

Application submission and entrance examinations for the Bachelor's level take place every year from June 25 to July 5. Applications for the Master's level are accepted from July 1 to July 30.

An entry visa to the Republic of Uzbekistan will be issued to you for a period of 1 month. Within this timeframe, you will take the examinations, sign the contract, and complete the official paperwork. In order to obtain an entry visa to the Republic of Uzbekistan, you must send the following documents (translated into Russian or Uzbek and certified by a state notary office) to the address of the Batir Zokirov National Institute of Musical Art under the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan:

• Copy of national passport

• Copy of diploma (degree/certificate)

• 10 photos (size 3x4 cm)

• Certificate of employment (reference from workplace)

• Medical certificate

• Resume / CV

The Institute has established close cooperative relations with the world's leading higher education institutions of music and art, particularly with prestigious conservatories and academies in Russia, Europe, and Central Asian countries. Within the framework of this cooperation, master-classes, experience exchange programs, and cultural projects are being implemented. Notably, a memorandum of cooperation has been signed with the Gnesin Russian Academy of Music.

The Department of "Uzbek Language, Sports, and Social Sciences" at the institute has organized English language courses and a "Speaking Club".

The institute of National varieti Art named after Botir Zakirov under the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan