Korčula, with its romantic streets and squares, is the perfect setting for intimate classical music concerts, a tradition that has continued for years every July and August. This August, the spotlight is on Opera Week, featuring a stunning musical performance that began two years ago with the premiere of the comic opera "The Siege of […]
Ivan pl. Zajc's opera Nikola Šubić Zrinjski stands as the most celebrated and iconic piece of Croatian musical theatre. With its deep historical connotations, the work has earned the status of a national treasure and continues to hold an enduring place in the country’s cultural heritage. Though musicologists and critics have discussed certain flaws in […]
Fisherman’s Night in Lumbarda is a beloved event that celebrates the rich maritime heritage of the local community. Held under the starlit sky along the picturesque waterfront, Fisherman’s Night brings together locals and visitors alike for an evening of festivities dedicated to the sea. During Fisherman’s Night, the aroma of freshly grilled fish fills the […]
This opera is one of many partially forgotten or lost Croatian operas, or in this case, destroyed. The score and nearly all orchestral parts were lost in the devastating fire that consumed the Croatian National Theatre in Split in 1970, with the building's reconstruction taking until 1979. Thankfully, the Yugoslav Composers’ Society had printed a […]
Fisherman’s Night in Lumbarda is a beloved event that celebrates the rich maritime heritage of the local community. Held under the starlit sky along the picturesque waterfront, Fisherman’s Night brings together locals and visitors alike for an evening of festivities dedicated to the sea. During Fisherman’s Night, the aroma of freshly grilled fish fills the […]
Croatian Baroque Ensemble & Cultural Artistic Society Moreška Ivan Josip Skender, conductor __________________ About the festival: The Korkyra Barouque Festival has established itself as one of the finest early music festivals in Croatia with consistently high standards of performance, artists and beautiful venues. The Festival was founded in 2012. under the artistic direction of Saša […]
Join us for an unforgettable evening with the renowned Croatian pop singer and songwriter, Hari Rončević! Born in the beautiful city of Split, Hari has captivated audiences with his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics for decades. After spending 13 years in Zagreb, he returned to his beloved hometown in 2020, bringing with him a renewed […]
About the Festival: The tradition of this festival was started in 1997 aith the goal of showcasing all the sword dance groups of Korčula Island. Its primary goal was to perserve the island's unique traditional and historical heritage of sword dancing. The festival was held annually from 1997 to 2004, paused for a decade, and […]
Musica cubicularis (Slovenia) Helena Bregar, soprano Domen Marinčič, viola da gamba Tomaž Sevšek, harpsichord and organ Rossi, Cesti … __________________ About the festival: The Korkyra Barouque Festival has established itself as one of the finest early music festivals in Croatia with consistently high standards of performance, artists and beautiful venues. The Festival was founded in […]
About the Festival: The tradition of this festival was started in 1997 aith the goal of showcasing all the sword dance groups of Korčula Island. Its primary goal was to perserve the island's unique traditional and historical heritage of sword dancing. The festival was held annually from 1997 to 2004, paused for a decade, and […]
Croatian Baroque Ensemble London Handel Players Adrian Butterfield, violin & direction (UK) Vocal soloists Mary Collins, Steven Player, baroque dance (UK) Mary Collins: choreography, stage direction Purcell __________________ About the festival: The Korkyra Barouque Festival has established itself as one of the finest early music festivals in Croatia with consistently high standards of performance, artists […]
Early voices (Norway) Bach & surprise … __________________ About the festival: The Korkyra Barouque Festival has established itself as one of the finest early music festivals in Croatia with consistently high standards of performance, artists and beautiful venues. The Festival was founded in 2012. under the artistic direction of Saša Britvić and with financial support […]