Kosovo is a dynamic destination where tradition meets modern creativity, and its vibrant calendar of events reflects the country’s youthful energy and rich cultural roots. Among the standout happenings is Sunny Hill Festival in Pristina, a world-class music event founded by global pop icon Dua Lipa, which brings top international artists and thousands of fans to the capital each summer. Also gaining traction is NGOM Fest in Prizren, where music, nature, and activism come together in a unique blend, set against the stunning backdrop of the Sharr Mountains. For cinema lovers, the Dokufest International Documentary and Short Film Festival is a must-attend — turning the historic city of Prizren into a lively hub of film screenings, workshops, and late-night riverfront gatherings.
Kosovo also proudly celebrates its deep-rooted cultural heritage through events that honor its history and traditions. The Etno Fest in Kukaj village revives traditional rural life with folk music, artisanal crafts, and local cuisine in an authentic mountain setting. Meanwhile, Anibar Animation Festival in Peja showcases the power of animated storytelling, bringing together artists and audiences from across Europe. Whether you’re drawn by the sounds of global music, the depth of Balkan tradition, or the energy of emerging creatives, Kosovo’s events offer a fresh and unforgettable way to experience its unique identity and warm hospitality.
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Kosova KamerFest 2019 – Datat e Koncerteve / Concert Dates
September 17, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - November 17, 2019 @ 9:30 pm
Festivali Ndërkombëtarë i Muzikës Kamertale
International Chamber Music Festival
KOSOVA KAMERFEST 2019
Edicioni i 20 / 20th Edition
17 Shtator – 17 Nëntor / 17 September – 17 November
PRISHTINA, KOSOVA
Drejtoreshë Artistike / Artistic Director
Sihana Badivuku
Lokacioni / Location:
Amfiteatri i Ri i Bibliotekës Universitare /
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library: 17, 18 Shtator / September
Amfiteatri i Ri i Bibliotekës Universitare /
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library:
04 , 09, 15 18, 22, 30 Tetor / October
Amfiteatri i Ri i Bibliotekës Universitare /
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library:
05,08,11,12,13 Nëntor / November
Youth Center/red hall: 16 Nëntor / November
Music school –Prizren :17 Tetor / October
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KOSOVA KAMERFEST OPENING EVENING
1ST FESTIVAL CONCERT – 17 September 2019
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library at 20.00
KAMERFEST FIREWORK
“Vision of Tchaikovsky Competition Laureate”
DENIS SHAPOVALOV , violoncello, Russia
KAMERFEST STRING ORCHESTRA, Kosova
Vivaldi, Rossini- Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Shapovalov
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2ND FESTIVAL CONCERT – 18 September 2019
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library at 20.00
“CELLO MAGIC SOUL”
DENIS SHAPOVALOV , violoncello, Russia
DANIELA DIKOVA, piano , Bulgaria
Boccherini, Mendelssohn, Martinu, Tchaikovsky , Brahms, Rachmaninov, Debussy, Shostakovich, Prokofiev
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3RD FESTIVAL CONCERT – 04 October 2019
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library at 20.00
TRANSATLANTIC BEAUTY: EUROPE & AMERICA IN SONG
CATHERINE WETHINGTON, soprano USA
DEREK HAN, piano USA
Guest artist:
ZANE ABAZI, flute KOSOVA
Handel, Delibes ,David, Benedict, Beach, Herbert,
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4th FESTIVAL CONCERT – 09 October 2019
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library at 20.00
SCHUBERT” TROUT” vs MENDELSSOHN PIANO SEXTET
DEREK HAN & STRING TRIO KOSOVA
DEREK HAN, piano USA
STRING TRIO KOSOVA
SIHANA BADIVUKU, violin
BLERI`M GRUBI, viola
ARISTIDH PROSI, violoncello
Guest artists:
Arben Ademi, viola
Fraim Gashi, double bass
Schubert, Mendelssohn
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5th FESTIVAL CONCERT – 15 October 2019
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library at 20.00
ERIC COURREGES & FRIENDS
ERIC COURREGES, violoncello, France
KLEVIS GJERGJI, piano, Albania
VENERA KAJTAZI, flute Kosova
SIHANA BADIVUKU, violin, Kosova
BLERIM GRUBI ,viola Kosova
Beethoven, Debussy, Faure, Saint-Saens, Massenet,Gounod, Hummel
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6th FESTIVAL CONCERT – 18 October 2019
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library 20.00
PIANO TRIO EVENING
BALKANIKA TRIO
YESIM GOKALP, piano, Turkey
OZAN SARI, violin, Turkey
ANTONIO GASHI, violoncello, Kosova
Baran, Rachmaninov, Piazzola ,Bartok
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7th FESTIVAL CONCERT – 22 October 2019
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library at 20.00
DUO “ZANA & ZANA”
Cristal voice transformations in arias & songs
ZANA ABAZI -RAMADANI, soprano Kosova
ZANA BADIVUKU-BASHA, piano, Kosova
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8th FESTIVAL CONCERT – 30 October 2019
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library at 20.00
AN ANTONIO PIANO DUO
ANA JOSIMOVSKA, piano,North Macedonia/Italy
ANTONIO CAGNAZZO, piano Italy
Faure,Ravel, Stravinski,Rachmaninov
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9th FESTIVAL CONCERT – 05 November 2019
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library at 20.00
ARSKOSOVA 2019 MUSIC COMPETIITON WINNERS
“Young spirits & hopes”
ERA KUME, piano Albania (3rd prize)
LEONARDO DIMOSKI ,violin,North Macedonia
Guest piano accompanist:
FJORDA VEIZAJ,piano Albania
Bach,Kreisler,Vieuxtemps,Vieniaesky
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10th FESTIVAL CONCERT – 08 November 2019
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library at 20.00
THANK YOU AMERICA !
PRISHTNA BRASS ENSEMBLE
PRISTHINA BRASS, Kosova
(Popular works and arrangements of Kosova & American music)
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11th FESTIVAL CONCERT – 11 November 2019
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library at 20.00
“VIOLINO-VIOLINISSIMO “
Cycle concerts of Young ArsKosova Grand Prix laureates & young violinists
“Clara Schumann together with Brahms”-200 years of Clara Schumanns’s anniversary
RRON BAKALLI,violin,Kosova
ARBERESHA SHEHU,piano Kosova
PLEURAT DOLI,violin ,Kosova
NITA GRUBI,piano,North Macedonia
ANDI DURAKU,piano Kosova
KLAUDIO ZOTO,violoncello Albania
Clara Schumann, Brahms
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12th FESTIVAL CONCERT – 12 November 2019
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library at 20.00
“VIOLINO-VIOLINISSIMO “
Cycle concerts of Young ArsKosova Grand Prix laureates & young violinists
ESTA KOSOVO STRING ORCHESTRA
MEGI REXHEPI, clarinet, Kosova
ARSM GASHI, violin, Kosova
LEUFAT BUQUKU , violin Kosova
LEONADO DIMOSKI, violin,Kosova
MARGARET BURNS, violin,Ireland/North Macedonia
Stamitz,Vivaldi
13th FESTIVAL CONCERT – 13 November 2019
The New Amphitheatre of UP Library at 20.00
AUSTRIAN ARTISTS FOR KAMERFEST
PACIFIC QUARTET VIENNA
CHIN TING-HUANG,vl1
ESZTER MAJOR,vl,2
YUTA TAKASE,vl-a
SARAH WEILENMANN,violoncello
Beethovwn,Kodaly ,Mendelssohn
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14th FESTIVAL CONCERT – 16 November 2019
Youth center-red hall at 20.00
20 YEARS COLLABORATION OF KOSOVA KAMERFEST & KOSOVO PHILHARMONY
30 ANNIVERSARY CAREER OF VIOLIST BLERIM GRUBI
KOSOVO PHILHARMONY
SIHANA BADIVUKU violin, Kosova
BLERIM GRUBI viola , Kosova
GREGORY CHARETTE , conductor USA
J.Ch.Bach-Casadesus,Mozart,