The Kosovo Philharmonic Orchestra and Choir held an extraordinary concert under the direction of Polish conductor Wojciech Czepiel, presenting works by international and Albanian classical composers.

The program opened with “Ciaccona” from Krzysztof Penderecki’s “Polish Requiem,” dedicated to Pope John Paul II, followed by the symphonic poem “Skënderbeu” by Albanian composer Fahri Beqiri.

The first part concluded with Karol Szymanowski’s “Violin Concerto No. 1,” performed for the first time in Kosovo. Polish violinist Joanna Konarzewska appeared as the soloist.

Five instrumentalists from the Krakow Philharmonic joined the Kosovo Philharmonic Orchestra for the performance, marking another step in the cooperation established between the two institutions this year.

The second part featured the oratorio “Homagium Matri Teresiae” by composer Mendi Mengjiqi, performed by the Philharmonic Choir and soloists Adelina Paloja (soprano), Ivana Hoxha (mezzo-soprano), Matias Xheli (tenor) and Bledar Domi (bass).

The concert was met with prolonged applause, highlighting the Kosovo Philharmonic’s contribution to the country’s cultural life and its growing international cooperation.

The performance also served as a prelude to the Philharmonic’s upcoming appearances at the Krakow Philharmonic on October 16 and 17, 2026.

The concert was supported by Kosovo’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the Consulate General of Kosovo in Warsaw, and Radio Television of Kosovo (RTK) as media partner.