On 21–23 October 2026, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, is hosting the international seminar “Traditional Communities and AI.” The Faculty of Arts at Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University is represented by Zh. N. Shaigozova, Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences and Professor in the Department of Art Education, and Laura Kakimova, Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences and Professor in the Department of Music Education and Choreography.

The event is organised by the Aigine Cultural Research Center (Kyrgyz Republic) and hosted at the Institute of Cultural Studies and Intangible Cultural Heritage of Uzbekistan. The seminar focuses on the use of artificial intelligence in researching, documenting and safeguarding traditional cultural practices.

Professor Zh. N. Shaigozova of the Department of Art Education is participating in professional discussions on the relationship between traditional communities and artificial intelligence, the use of digital technologies in cultural research, and the safeguarding of intangible cultural heritage.

Professor Laura Kakimova of the Department of Music Education and Choreography presented a paper entitled “The Music Educator and Artificial Intelligence.” Her presentation examined the accuracy of AI-generated interpretations of musical traditions and the educator’s role in transmitting cultural heritage. Drawing on Kazakh kui, traditional songs and ritual music, she addressed potential distortions of cultural context, the need to verify sources, and the importance of preserving regional and performance traditions.

Particular attention was given to the “AI — Music Educator — Learner” model of interaction. Within this model, the educator provides expert assessment of digital materials, explains the artistic meaning of musical works, and shares practical experience through live performance.

The participation of Faculty of Arts representatives in the seminar supports the exchange of research experience and strengthens international cooperation in arts education and the safeguarding of cultural heritage.