Uzbek culture is known for its vibrant music, dances, painting, unique cuisine, and traditional clothing. The national music of Uzbekistan covers a variety of subjects and genres, with songs and performances that are part of customs, traditions, labor processes, ceremonies, and entertainment. Different types of songs like Koshuk, Lapar, Ulan, yalla, and epic legends known as "dastans" are integral parts of the Uzbek musical heritage. "Makoms" represent the classical fund of professional music in Uzbekistan.