Your release feed

The Sound of Dombra

“The Sound of Dombra” is a curated journey into the heart of Central Asian string music, centering on the dombra — a long-necked lute that’s deeply tied to Kazakh folk traditions. This playlist blends raw archival recordings with modern interpretations, offering everything from quick-paced küys and ancient epic scenes to meditative termé and folk vocals. It features both solo instrumentals and collaborative pieces, with artists like Kurmangazy Sagyrbayuly, Aitolkin Toktagan, and Mamer showcasing the instrument’s range.

Tracks like “Two Rivers” by IZ and Mamer and “Dombıra” by Arslanbek Sultanbekov sit alongside traditional gems such as “Adai” and “Qosbasar,” while vocal performances from Aygül Qosanova and Säwle Zanpeyisova add lyrical depth. The inclusion of maqam-inspired compositions and variations from across the region builds a broader sonic context. Whether rooted in nomadic storytelling or contemporary experimentation, each piece reflects the vibrant life and culture surrounding this iconic instrument.

RecentMusic users are tracking 50 The Sound of Dombra artists for new releases, and have access to the full timeline of 53 releases .

Join them and feed your new music addiction, and add the The Sound of Dombra artists you love!

Get Started Browse Releases
Playlist Artists Spotify Logo
Abdullâh Nazriev 1 track
Abdurahim Hamidov 2 tracks
Abdurahim Hamidov and Shuhrat Razzaqov 1 track
Abiken Khasenov 2 tracks
Abilkaiyr Zharashan 2 tracks
Aitolkin Toktagan 1 track
Aizat Yusupdzhanova 2 tracks
Alexei Yefremenko 2 tracks
Almas Almatov 1 track
Aq-Zhusan Imanghazy-qyzy 1 track
Ardak Issataeva 1 track
Arslanbek Sultanbekov 2 tracks
Asylbek Akhatov 1 track
Aygul Ulkenbaeva 1 track
Aygül Qosanova 1 track
Aytzan Toqtaganov 1 track
Bayan Musaeva 1 track
Bekbolat Tilewkhanov 1 track
Berik Züsipov 2 tracks
Bilal Alpanovic Ïsqaqov 1 track
Bilal Ïsqaqov 1 track
Davlat Nazriev 1 track
Edil Basygaraev 1 track
El'miyra Zañabergenova 2 tracks
Ervena Orgaeva 1 track
GOBI PROJECT 1 track
IZ 3 tracks
Isma'il Nazriev 1 track
Jaule Bakshi 1 track
Kabylqumar Karipbekov 1 track
Karsimbaj Akhmedzjarov 1 track
Kazakh folk 3 tracks
Kaïrat Aïtbaev 1 track
Kurmangazy Sagyrbayuly 1 track
Maitres De La Dombra 3 tracks
Mamer 6 tracks
Marat Nukeev 2 tracks
Nurghanym Zheksenbaï 1 track
Qarsïmbay Akhmedzarov 1 track
Qayrat Baybosïnov 1 track
Rustem Kulshebaev 2 tracks
Safdar Tawakuli 1 track
Sawdakas Balmagambetov 2 tracks
Sheraly Juraev 1 track
Shuhrat Razzakov 1 track
Säwle Zanpeyisova 2 tracks
Talasbek Asemkulov 1 track
Ulzhan Baibussynova 1 track
Uzbek maqam ensemble 1 track
Zheldibayev Abdimomyn 1 track