The programme
A week of focused work: individual lessons, group sessions, time to practice. Three participants, one mentor.
Bosnia has a living accordion tradition: the instrument is present in concert halls and village celebrations alike. This programme draws on that proximity.
Repertoire
Work on self-chosen repertoire, interpretation, and performance practice. Contemporary extended techniques: drone tones, vocal integration, reed box manipulation. Improvisation sessions. The week closes with a public concert.
Professional practice
Concert planning and programming. Recording and label research. Festival applications. Press and media relations. Honest conversations about the realities of a musical career.
Mentor
Goran Stevanović
Accordionist · Hannover
Goran Stevanović's repertoire extends from early music to contemporary works, including collaborations with George Lewis, Aleksandra Vrebalov, and Markus Stockhausen. Performances include Bruckner Festival Linz, Young Euro Classics Berlin, and solo appearances with NDR Radiophilharmonie. He founded the concert series melaTONin and the multimedia project Circling Realities.
Next edition
The second edition is in preparation. Date, structure, and costs to be confirmed. Newsletter for updates.
How to apply
When the open call is active, send to info@zvjezdanestaze.ba:
1
Letter of intent
(max. 1 page)
2
Biography
(max. 1 page)
3
Repertoire list
4
Performance recordings
(audio and/or video)
Selection is based on artistic quality, motivation, and fit with the programme. All applicants receive a response.
Past editions
#001
July 30 – August 2, 2024 · Mijakovići and Vienna
Participants: Borna Šestak (HR) and Hasan Muratović (BiH). Four days with Goran Stevanović. Concerts in Mijakovići and Vienna.
Contact
For questions about the programme: info@zvjezdanestaze.ba