Baghdad: The cultural and artistic community gathered today to bid farewell to the late Maestro Abdul Razzaq Al-Azzawi in a procession marked by respect and admiration. The event highlighted the significant impact he had on Iraqi artistic and musical circles throughout his lifetime.
According to National Iraqi News Agency, the funeral was attended by prominent figures such as Qasim Taher Al-Sudani and Fadhil Al-Badrani, Undersecretaries of the Ministry of Culture, along with Dr. Faiz Taha Al-Obaidi, Director General of the Department of Musical Arts. The gathering included numerous artists, musicians, academics, and students of the deceased, as well as many of his admirers and friends. They honored him with expressions of loyalty and gratitude, reflecting on his humanitarian nature and the rich artistic career he led.
Those in attendance emphasized that the passing of Maestro Abdul Razzaq Al-Azzawi is a significant loss to the Iraqi cultural and musical landscape. His enduring artistic contributions and profound influence on the generations he mentored were highlighted. They noted that his creative achievements will continue to be a part of Iraqi cultural memory, and his name will remain a symbol of dedication and devotion to art and music.