Fikret Amirov 1001 Nights Apr 2026
: Ali Baba’s discovery of treasure and the help of his servant Marzhana. Musical Style & Composition
Watch a full performance of the ballet to see how Amirov's music brings the classic folk tales to life: 1001 Nights Ballet - Fikret Amirov - Kremlin Ballet YouTube• Jul 30, 2020 Fikret Amirov 1001 Nights
: The ballet incorporates segments from several iconic stories: : Ali Baba’s discovery of treasure and the
: King Shahryar, betrayed by his wife, vows to execute all the young women in his kingdom. Scheherazade (Sheherezada) intervenes to save them by telling the King captivating stories every night for 1,001 nights, eventually softening his heart and restoring his faith in love. : The libretto was written by brothers Magsud
: The libretto was written by brothers Magsud and Rustam Ibragimbekov. Legacy and Performance
: Beyond the full ballet, Amirov compiled an orchestral suite from the score, which is frequently performed and recorded independently.