Specific Characteristics of the Uzbek Epic

Abstract

This article discusses the emphasis on words and music in the performance of epics in Khorezm, the fact that each melody has a special name, so the memorization of melodies puts more responsibility on the bakhshi, the repertoire ofBakhshis and performance skills. Besides, Bakhshi must have faith and energy in his profession. Suyav Bakhshi from Khorezm Muhammad Rahimkhan sang the epic "Erogli" for 21 nights at Soniy-Feruz. It has been suggested that the skill of the bakhsh depends on many things, starting with tradition. The article also cites examples of the fact that the tradition of singing epics has been passed down from generation to generation for centuries, and talented bakhshis have constantly improved it, but the personal skills of the performer are realized only within the tradition. Interesting information is given about the inability of the performer, who did not know the secrets of epic poetry, to demonstrate his skills, the fact that this mystery is mainly reflected in the composition of the epic, and in folklore this phenomenon is called an epic pattern.