To mark the 30th anniversary of the Constitution, the talented seniors of the Center for Active Longevity presented a festive concert for city residents on August 30–31, with more than 150 participants showcasing their artistic talents. One of the highlights was the concert «Ata zań – Táýelsiz el tuǵyry» where the capital’s seniors displayed a fashion show of national costumes decorated with traditional ornaments. The folklore ensemble «Ǵasyrlardyń sazy» performed the folk song «Kerim-aw, aıdaı», while Gulbarshyn Mataeva of the «Ádemi» ensemble delighted the audience with «Búlbul» and «Qyrmanǵa kel qalqataı». The veterans’ ensemble «Esil tolqyndary» performed «Araılı Astana». Under the direction of Ainur Raıymbekova, the dance club «Jańa tolyqyn» presented the «O, madam», performed by dancing seniors.
On August 31, at the city community festival «Birge myqtymyz!», held at Beeline Arena, the Center’s dance groups presented their program. Performers from the Almaty and Nura districts impressed the audience with bright cultural shows and special performances. The concert program featured national dances performed by veterans’ dance groups. For example, the «Qyzdaraı» dance group from Nura district, winner of several international competitions, performed «Tamasha», a dance that reflects the beauty of the Kazakh steppe.
The dancers from Almaty district presented «Star waltz of love» and «Weekend dance». Additionally, performers from Nura district staged a choreographic piece to Saken Seifullin’s song «Taw ishinde», combining traditional art with modern choreography. The legendary «Qara jorga» received a storm of applause from the audience.
The festival also hosted a fair by the art therapy club of Almaty district, where local artisans showcased their handmade crafts. Over the two days, seniors who practice Aikýne and Nordic walking presented sports demonstrations, encouraging city residents to lead a healthy lifestyle. Athletic seniors from the Saryarqa and Baıqońyr districts also joined a festive flashmob.
The concert left vivid impressions and brought joy to both residents and guests of the capital.
