On November 11, 2026, the Temirbek Zhurgenov Kazakh National Academy of Arts hosted a commemorative round table entitled “A Teacher’s Legacy Is a Gift to Future Generations”, dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the birth of Akzhar Nurmukhanuly Kapesov, an outstanding figure in the arts, distinguished educator and professor.

The main purpose of the event was to reflect on the life and professional journey of a prominent individual who made a significant contribution to the development of national art, explore his creative and pedagogical legacy, examine his educational principles, and highlight his role in mentoring and inspiring future generations of artists.

The round table was moderated by Aman Bekenuly Kulbayev, Candidate of Art History and Professor. The event opened with a screening of a documentary film dedicated to the life and professional career of Akzhar Nurmukhanuly Kapesov. The film offered participants an opportunity to revisit significant milestones in his artistic journey and professional development.

During the meeting, Yergebek Shyngys Kulbekuly, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs and Educational Methodology, delivered a speech highlighting the importance of teaching, professional continuity and responsibility in arts education. He also emphasized the essential role of preserving the experience of distinguished representatives of the arts and passing their knowledge on to younger generations.

Kabyl Zamanbekuly Khalykov, Vice-Rector for Research, Doctor of Philology and Professor, addressed the relationship between art and science, the academic study of the legacy of outstanding cultural figures, and the importance of preserving spiritual and cultural values in the collective memory of society.

Aubakir Sydykuly Rakhimov, Honoured Worker of Kazakhstan, recipient of the Order of Parasat and Professor, shared his reflections on the teacher’s personal qualities, professional wisdom and contribution to the arts. He emphasized that the true legacy of an outstanding educator is measured not only by creative achievements but also by the students they mentor and the professional school they establish.

Aliya Bakhytzhanovna Shankibayeva, Head of the Department of Stage Movement and Physical Education at the Faculty of Theatre Arts, Candidate of Art History and Professor, focused on the continuity of pedagogical traditions in theatre. She highlighted the importance of passing professional knowledge and practical experience on to younger specialists, encouraging creative exploration and preserving humanistic values in the arts.

Murat Noyanbayuly Akhmanov, Honoured Worker of Kazakhstan, recipient of the Order of Kurmet and Associate Professor, spoke about the significance of Akzhar Nurmukhanuly Kapesov’s contribution to the fields of art and education. He emphasized the importance of the educator’s legacy in shaping the professional outlook of younger generations. In his view, a genuine artistic school is not merely a collection of techniques and methods, but a comprehensive system built on professional culture, creative responsibility and ethical principles.

The commemorative round table, “A Teacher’s Legacy Is a Gift to Future Generations”, became more than a tribute to an outstanding educator. It served as an important platform for reflecting on the continuity of spiritual, cultural and professional traditions in arts education. After all, the true legacy of a teacher extends far beyond the years of their lifetime. It lives on through the achievements of their students, the professional traditions they establish, the knowledge they pass on, and the human and ethical values they instil in future generations.