The current year has become a special one for the orchestras of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Two significant anniversaries coincided this year: the 10th anniversary of the Military Orchestral Center of the National Guard and the 60th anniversary of the orchestra of military unit 5573.

Over the years of independence, the military orchestral service has reached a qualitatively new level. The establishment of the Military Orchestral Center of the National Guard in 2015 became a powerful impetus for the development of this field. Today, the National Guard includes 17 military orchestras that harmoniously combine art and military discipline. More than 320 professional musicians—officers and contract servicemembers—serve in these ensembles, making a valuable contribution to the common mission. The Military Orchestral Center is currently headed by Major Olzhas Kudaikulov.

A special place within this large structure is occupied by the orchestra of military unit 5573—a collective with a rich history and a distinguished past. With more than half a century of history, the orchestra has for 60 years worthily represented the law enforcement forces both on parade grounds and at major concert venues, enhancing their authority through the power of musical art.

“In every march performed by this orchestra, one can feel the breath of history; in every ceremonial piece—the spirit of today’s servicemember; and in every concert—confidence in the future. The work of several generations of musicians has been united in this ensemble, which continues to maintain a high professional level today,” noted Major Olzhas Kudaikulov.

It should be noted that the orchestras of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan provide musical accompaniment for more than seven thousand events annually. In addition, the orchestras of the law enforcement forces successfully perform at prestigious international festivals such as Amur Waves, Kazan Fanfares, Astana Samaly, Trumpet of Peace, and Vivat, Saint Petersburg!, worthily representing Kazakhstan’s cultural and military potential on the international stage. Kazakhstan also traditionally hosts the Äskeri Kernei festival, organized by the National Guard orchestra.

Thus, alongside the fulfillment of service and combat missions, the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan continues to develop and make its meaningful contribution to the arts.

Press Service of the National Guard

Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1125626?lang=kk