Baku:People’s Artist of Azerbaijan Zaur Rzayev has passed away, as confirmed by his son to APA. Rzayev died today at the Central Oil Workers’ Hospital, where he had been undergoing treatment.
According to Azeri-Press news agency, Rzayev’s health began to deteriorate on October 14, leading to his hospitalization.
Zaur Rzayev, born on January 28, 1952, in the Kurdamir district, pursued his education at the Asaf Zeynally Music College and the Azerbaijan State Conservatory. His career included work as a soloist in various musical ensembles, and from 1994, he led the Song and Dance Ensemble of the Azerbaijani Armed Forces. In recognition of his contributions to the arts, Rzayev was awarded the title of Honored Artist in 1998 and People’s Artist in 2003.