Shakhidi, Ziyadullo Mukadasovich
(1914–1985)
Shakhidi [Shuhkheedée], Ziyadullo Mukadasovich (4–21/5–4–1914, Samarkand; 2–25–1985). Comp. and perf. on folk instruments. Father of T. Shakhidi . Studied comp. with Balasanyan and Lensky (mid–1940s), then continued his training with Fere at the M. Cons., grad. 1957. Is best known for his popular songs. Also played an important role in the development of professional music in Tadzhikistan. Works: Sort by:DefaultTitleDateAscendingDescending op.: Komde and Madan (1960, M), Slaves (1980); mus…