On warm summer nights in the heart of Celje, the Counts’ Mansion becomes a silent witness to youthful virtuosity, bold interpretations, and music that dares to breathe differently. Celeia Klasika 2025 is not just a concert series – it’s a celebration of classical music infused with fresh energy, talent, and stories worth hearing.
🗓 Dates: July 2, 9, 16 and August 6, 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM
📍 Venue: Courtyard of the Old Counts’ Mansion (Knežji dvor), Celje
🌧 In case of bad weather: Celje Hall (Celjski dom)
🎟 Admission free!
🎺 July 2 – Brass Quintet FiveBrass
We open the series with the vibrant sounds of the FiveBrass quintet, a group of young brass musicians from the Ljubljana Academy of Music: Amadej Štrajhar and Lovro Tavčar (trumpet), David Tretjak (horn), Blaž Kozjek (trombone), and Gašper Poprijan (tuba). Under the artistic direction of Prof. Jure Gradišnik, they are passionate ambassadors of chamber brass music. Winners of the 2025 TEMSIG national competition and recipients of the special award for interpretation of Anders Hillborg’s Quintet, they are already making their mark on Slovenian and international stages.
🎷 July 9 – Neja Anderle, saxophone
On the second evening, the extraordinary saxophonist Neja Anderle takes the stage. A student at the Royal Conservatory in Brussels and winner of numerous national and international awards, she brings the saxophone into the spotlight of classical performance. Her international experience and solo appearances with prominent orchestras promise a deeply expressive and unforgettable concert.
🎻 July 16 – Zala Eva Kocijančič, violin
The third concert features violinist Zala Eva Kocijančič, a rising star who has performed with the RTV Slovenia Symphony Orchestra and the Slovenian Philharmonic. A recipient of the University of Ljubljana Prešeren Award, she is currently studying in Ljubljana, Vienna, and Cremona. Her program will take listeners on a virtuosic and emotional journey through the world of classical violin.
🎶 August 6 – Duo Flauccord (flute & accordion)
Innovation meets elegance with Duo Flauccord, featuring flutist Sofija Mihailović and accordionist Kiara Janko. These two talented musicians blend their instruments in surprising and moving ways. Winners of the 2024 TEMSIG competition and featured artists in several acclaimed concert series, they’ll deliver a fresh and imaginative performance that transcends genre.
🎼 August 27 – Final concert: Summer Music Camp Participants
The final evening of Celeia Klasika celebrates community, creativity, and collaboration. Participants of the 31st Summer Music Camp—including choral singers, string players, accordionists, composers, and writers—will present a diverse program. Led by conductor Tereza Podlogar, this concert will feature a joint performance by the choir and string ensemble, alongside solo and group performances from other camp participants. A festive finale of youth and music.
📌 All concerts are free of charge.
🌧 In case of rain, concerts will be held indoors at Celje Hall (Celjski dom).
