The history of musical art on the territory of Uzbekistan dates back many centuries. A striking piece of evidence is the unique discovery of a 3,300-year-old flute found in the village of Muminobod near Samarkand. This flute is considered an important source of information not only about the development of musical instruments in the region but also about the roots of Eastern musical culture.
In 1964, excavations related to the Bronze Age were carried out in the Urgut district of the Samarkand region. During archaeological research in the village of Muminobod, a bone flute, fragments of pottery, and other items were discovered. Even such finds as bell-shaped earrings and other ornaments in the hands of an infant buried there indicate that crafts and art flourished in this region during that period.
Currently, this flute is preserved in the Museum of the History of Uzbek Culture in the city of Samarkand. Additionally, a documentary film is planned to highlight this historical heritage, along with the creation of a modern replica of the flute.