Dalina Haxhiu has won the first edition of Children`s Chords, part of Radio Television of Kosovo`s “Kosovo Chords” Song Festival, receiving the Golden Ocarina for Children for her song “Ëndrra ime s’fle”.

The festival's third evening, dedicated to children, brought 15 young performers to the stage of the “1 Tetori” Hall in Prishtina. They presented their songs live, accompanied by an orchestra.

The first prize was presented to Dalina Haxhiu by Speaker of the Kosovo Assembly Albulena Haxhiu.

Asked about the message she wanted to share with other children, the winner encouraged them to keep dreaming.

“They should always dream and never give up, as the lyrics of my song say,” Dalina said.

The Silver Ocarina for Children, the second prize, went to Rita Krasniqi for “Soprano”, while Marin Keri received the Bronze Ocarina for Children for “Ëndrrat s’kanë kufij”.

The award for Best Lyrics was presented to Aksa Sulejmani for the song “Lëshoni pëllumbat”, written by Valon Gashi. The prize was presented by actress and RTK Children's Editorial Department journalist Anisa Ismaili.

After receiving the award, Aksa said her song carried a message about enjoying every moment of life.

The evening opened with the Okarina Choir performing “O vendi im”. The 15 young contestants presented a diverse musical program, accompanied by live orchestral performances, including a performance by the Amadeus Orchestra.

One of the evening's highlights was the return of singer Adelina Ismajli to the “Kosova Chords” stage. Forty years after her debut, she performed “Ne jemi bukuria e atdheut”.

The program also featured performances by Uran Hamiti with “Zemra flet”, and Adea Pula alongside the Okarina Choir with “E duam lumturinë”.

Jury member Orjeta Lero Kelaj praised the festival's organization and the children's performances, saying that all participants deserved to be considered winners for their courage and talent.

The children's competition was organized for the first time as part of RTK's “Kosovo Chords” Song Festival, providing a platform for young artists to showcase their creativity and musical abilities.