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Abstract

The wedding ceremony of the Kazakh people is an important part of the national culture, it is not only a family and social value, but also an indicator of national identity and the spiritual foundations of society. The relevance of the study is determined by such issues as distinguishing between the personal feelings of a person and the common collective content in song “Synsu”, and how much the Kazakhs are trying to preserve their cultural identity in the context of modern globalization.

The ritual song "Synsu" is one of the traditional folk songs of the Kazakh people, a sad song sung at the wedding ceremony when saying goodbye to relatives, parents and the place of birth. The content of the song clearly shows the girl’s feelings of farewell, the sorrow of separation, her tears, and emotions. The reason for this is that, in the past, girls were often married off to distant regions; leaving their homeland, and being unable to see their parents and relatives for a long time reflect the girl’s inner feelings and emotions.

On the other hand, the ritual song "Synsu" is one of the most important traditions of our people, which has been passed down from ancient times through the continuity of generations. The purpose of the song can be seen as both a ritual and social act that legitimizes the transition of a girl from one social space to another. To this end, the song "Synsu" can be considered as a common spiritual value, which is educational, aimed at preserving the unity of the people on the basis of common interests. "Synsu" is not only a farewell song of the bride, it is an artistic expression of the people, which unites the individual and the people.

Today, the ritual song "Synsu" has a new meaning, the song not only returns to the wedding of the Kazakhs, but also acquires a deep symbolism within the framework of the national revival. Young Kazakhs want to include traditional rituals at weddings that remind them of who they are and where they come from. This interest is not just a fleeting fashion, but young people’s efforts to find their identity in the context of globalization while maintaining a connection to their roots.

Keywords: ritual song, song transformation, wedding ceremony, cultural identity, national