Vienna, February 1, AZERTACA concert marking the 70th birthday of famous Azerbaijani pianist, People's Artist, Rector of Hajibeyov Baku Academy of Music Farhad Badalbayli was held at the Azerbaijan Culture Center in Vienna, Austria. Opening the ceremony, director of the Culture Center Leyla Gasimova highlighted the life and activity of well-known Azerbaijani musician. She congratulated Azerbaijani pianist, composer, public figure Farhad Badalbayli on his 70th birthday. Starting of as a pianist, then touring around the world, Farhad Badalbayli eventually became one of the most prominent public figures of Azerbaijan. Azerbaijani musical culture successfully develops around the world. President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev presented "Istiglal" Order to People's Artist, outstanding pianist Farhad Badalbayli. Elgun Niftali Special Correspondent