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33th Young Virtuosi

Musical beginnings
of great journeys

From autumn to spring, the Ljubljana Festival hosts the Young Virtuosi International Music Cycle, now in its 33rd season. Dedicated to solo and chamber performances by award-winning young musicians, the series has seen future stars like Stjepan Hauser, Luka Šulić, and Mate Bekavac grace the stage of the Knights’ Hall.

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Hanna Kryvtsova, violin and Andrey Ilienko, piano

Violinist Hanna Kryvtsova and pianist Andrey Ilienko impress with their awards, solo performances, and international experience.

13. 11. 2025 Križanke: Knights' Hall
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Akari Bastiaens, piano (Belgium) and Linda Yuan, piano (Germany)

The young pianists Akari Bastiaens and Linda Yuan are already winning the most prestigious awards and performing on renowned international stages at a very early age.

20. 11. 2025 Križanke: Knights' Hall
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Erazem Žganjar, recorder and Nina Pavšek, clarinet

Clarinetist Nina Pavšek is emerging as one of Slovenia’s most promising young musicians, with awards and concert experience at home and abroad.

27. 11. 2025 Križanke: Knights' Hall
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Blaž Stajnko, bass-baritone and Jelena Pejić, violin, Chiara Kaufam, cello

Young virtuosos Blaž Stajnko, Chiara Kaufman and Jelena Pejić bring freshness to the concert stage.

8. 1. 2026 Križanke: Knights' Hall
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Kika Szomi Kralj, clarinet and Rahela Češarek, bassoon

Kika Szomi Kralj and Rahela Češarek impress with awards from prestigious competitions and a wide-ranging musical activity both in Slovenia and abroad.

15. 1. 2026 Križanke: Knights' Hall
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Zala Eva Kocijančič, violin and Kika Szomi Kralj, clarinet

With youthful energy, exceptional technique and artistic maturity, Zala Eva Kocijančič, Lara Oprešnik and David Cagnazzo represent the forefront of contemporary Slovenian classical music.

22. 1. 2026 Križanke: Knights' Hall
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Vid Verdinek, saxophone and Tadej Pance, saxophone

Vid Verdinek and Tadej Pance are young Slovenian saxophonists who, through their achievements at competitions and international appearances, are establishing themselves as outstanding interpreters of the younger generation.

29. 1. 2026 Križanke: Knights' Hall
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Jeremias Fliedl, cello and Piano Duo

Jeremias Fliedl, one of the leading Austrian cellists of the younger generation, and the award-winning piano duo Kalabova & Gugg captivate audiences with performances on prestigious European and international stages.

12. 3. 2026 Križanke: Knights' Hall
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Leonard Razboršek, cello and Mark Lev Krajnc, violin

19. 3. 2026 Križanke: Knights' Hall
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Brisa da Camera and Duo Incanto

Duo Incanto and Trio Brisa da Camera represent a new generation of outstanding young Spanish musicians, whose virtuosity and expressiveness are captivating international stages.

26. 3. 2026 Križanke: Knights' Hall
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Slapar/Hude/Golob/Bostič and FiveBras

The Slapar/Hude/Golob/Bostič quartet consists of renowned Slovenian jazz musicians who won first prize at Temsig in 2025.

2. 4. 2026 Križanke: Knights' Hall

Past
events

Exceptional evenings are behind us, bringing to Ljubljana the excellence of young talents and unforgettable musical moments. As we look back on past performances, scenes come alive again where promising artists shone on stage, their virtuosity captivating the audience. These precious moments remain an important part of the history of the Young Virtuosi cycle.

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Iza Štih, flute and Katarina Volčanšek, flute

Two young flutists, Iza Štih and Katarina Volčanšek, affirm their exceptional talent and dedication to art through achievements at international competitions and concert stages.

6. 11. 2025 Križanke: Knights' Hall
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Ruben Xhaferi, piano (Albania)

Young pianist Ruben Xhaferi impresses with numerous international awards and performances on prestigious European stages.

23. 10. 2025 Križanke: Knights' Hall
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Matteo Bortolazzi, piano (Italy)

Young pianist Matteo Bortolazzi captivates audiences with his achievements at numerous prestigious international competitions.

16. 10. 2025 Križanke: Knights' Hall
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Sons de la Plana and Element Sax Quartet

A Spanish clarinet and saxophone ensemble in an evening of contemporary chamber expression.

9. 10. 2025 Križanke: Knights' Hall
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Goce Zlatev, piano and Patricija Avšič, violin

Goce Zlatev and Patricija Avšič open the season with freshness and virtuosity.

2. 10. 2025 Križanke: Knights' Hall