Raif Aliev: «Crimean Tatar music must preserve the national spirit»

Raif Aliev celebrates his 70th birthday these days. The talented musician, often called the «Golden Trumpet of Crimea,» has dedicated his entire life to art. Growing up in a musical family, he has not parted with his instrument since the age of seven and has been a soloist in the «Khaitarma» ensemble for three decades.