The bakshy or bakhshi ( ) are traditional Turkmen musicians. Historically, they have been traveling singers and shamans, acting as healers and spiritual figures, and also providing the music for celebrations of weddings, births, and other important life events.
Traditionally, the bakshy or bakhshi ( ) were traveling singers and shamans in Turkmen culture. They served as both healers and spiritual leaders, performing at celebrations like weddings, births, and other important life milestones.