Kurmangaza (1818-1889). Name of the great Kazakh classic composer Kurmangaza world renowned. It brought an invaluable contribution to business of development of the Kazakh instrumental music. He is called "father" кюя. Kurmangaza's kyuyakh transferred thoughts in the, moods and dreams of the people of the time. In sounds of its melody it was possible to feel beauty and breath of the Kazakh steppe. The well-known kyu of "Saryark", "Aday", "Serper", "Kishkentay" and others are priceless spiritual heritage. Kurmangaza - the unique musician, pride of the Kazakh people.