Today at Abai University, a master class was conducted by an outstanding representative of the art of aitys, a renowned poet and mentor, a member of the Writers’ Union of Kazakhstan and the International Union of Aitys Poets and Zhyrshy-Terme Performers, Daubai Mamytuly. The purpose of the master class was to improve the aitys techniques of future artists, develop their improvisational skills, and enhance stage culture and mastery of speech.

During today’s public lecture, Daubai Mamytuly shared the intricacies of the art of aitys and presented meaningful insights on developing improvisational performance and shaping stage culture. In particular, he focused on the features of melodic modes (maqam), achieving harmony between musical instruments and voice, maintaining confidence on stage, as well as cultivating linguistic purity and speech culture. He also emphasized the importance of preserving national identity during aitys, combining tradition with modern requirements, and establishing a spiritual connection with the audience.

“Aitys is the legacy of the people. When a poet steps onto the stage, he speaks not only on his own behalf, but on behalf of his people, his land, and his spirit. Therefore, an aitys poet must first and foremost be honest in word, deep in thought, and pure in intention,” said Daubai Mamytuly.

At the end of the event, the head of the Orazaly Dosbosynov Center for Young Poets, Aitugan Zhetebayev, presented Daubai Mamytuly with a letter of appreciation on behalf of the Chairman of the Board — Rector for the meaningful public master class.

Special guests at the educational meeting included well-known journalist and poet Kenzhe Orazai, journalist and Mukagali studies scholar Akhmet Eleusiz, as well as historian-ethnographer and literary scholar Nurlan Sarsenbayev. They shared their views on the importance of aitys in preserving national spirit, the power of the spoken word, and the continuity between literature and journalism, offering valuable advice to students.

It should be noted that Daubai Mamytuly is a graduate of the university, a distinguished master of aitys, and the mentor of the passionate and eloquent poet Orazaly Dosbosynov. He knew Orazaly from childhood, contributed to his creative development, and guided him toward the big stage. He is also the mentor of well-known poets such as Zhumatai Ospanuly and Bakyt Zhagypar.

Today, Daubai Mamytuly is an Honored Worker of Culture and a recipient of the “Aktanger” scholarship. He continues to work tirelessly to promote national art and instill spiritual values in the younger generation.

“Abai University” Media Center