"Harmonika Fest", the first International Accordion Music Festival in Montenegro, a professional event that affirms accordionists of all profiles and nurtures artistic accordion playing, will be held in Tivat on May 23rd and 24th. The festival is organized by the Non-Governmental Association "Harmonika Montenegrina" from Podgorica, in cooperation with the Tivat Cultural Center, which is also the general sponsor of the festival.
Over the past fifteen years, the festival has grown into a prestigious event dedicated to the art of the classical accordion, recognized throughout Europe. Thanks to the participation of the world's most eminent artists, pedagogues and young talents, Harmonika Fest has positioned itself as an event that combines competitive, concert and educational segments. Through performances by top performers, master classes, scientific lectures and exchange of experiences, the festival represents a unique platform for professional development and artistic development, with a special focus on the promotion of the classical accordion.
This year's edition of the festival will feature a performance by one of the world's most prominent jazz accordionists: Renca Ruđerija from Italy, whose gala concert at the opening will further confirm the international reputation and artistic quality of the event.
In addition to the opening ceremony, the festival program includes competitions in several categories, performances by young Montenegrin accordionists, all-night concerts, master classes, scientific lectures and presentations.
The festival was supported by: Municipality of Tivat, Academy of Music, University of Montenegro, Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in Montenegro, company M Tel.
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