Join us in Baška from 17 to 19 August 2024 at the three-day guitar festival

Baška, the island of Krk – Baška International Guitar Festival 2024 is proud to announce its latest edition, which will take place from 17 to 19 August 2024. This prestigious event brings together renowned Croatian and international artists, providing audiences with a unique experience through an extensive programme of concerts, movie screenings, workshops, exhibitions and exciting after parties. Admission to all events is free!

FESTIVAL PROGRAMME:

Saturday, 17/8/2024 – Church of St Lucy, Jurandvor

The first evening of the festival will feature performances by world-renowned musicians. Peppino D’Agostino, an American guitarist with Italian roots, is one of the biggest stars in contemporary acoustic guitar. His virtuosity and talent for composition have won the hearts of audiences around the world. Dik Banovich, a veteran of the blues scene, has been delighting audiences with his acoustic roots & blues style for 50 years.

Sunday, 18/8/2024 – Church of St Lucy, Jurandvor

The second evening of the festival is dedicated to Croatian talents. Mate Matišić, one of Croatia’s most significant playwrights and a multiple award-winning composer of film music, will present his unique gypsy-jazz style. Bruno Mičetić, one of the busiest and most diverse Croatian guitarists, will perform as an acoustic guitar soloist.

Monday, 19/8/2024 – Stara Riva Waterfront, Baška Harbour

The last evening of the festival will start with a performance by Jed Becker’s Group and special guest Elvis Stanić, Croatia’s most-awarded jazz musician. This blues-rock attraction guarantees top entertainment and a great musical experience. The evening will be rounded off by Nicolas Kurelic, a talented singer-songwriter and guitarist from Rijeka, who will perform with his power-rock trio. His musical style includes original compositions and famous rock standards.

Music workshops:

During the festival, you will have the opportunity to participate in various music workshops led by experienced musicians. Get to know guitar playing techniques and styles and expand your knowledge and skills!

• Saturday, 17/8/2024 – Dik Banovich – Blues roots
• Saturday, 17/8/2024 – Igor Leonardi – Jazz guitar
• Sunday, 18/8/2024 – Bruno Mičetić – Jazz guitar / fingerstyle guitar
• Monday, 19/8/2024 – Emir Grozdanić – Electric blues guitar

The workshops will take place at the Church of St Lucy in Jurandvor starting at 11:00. For information and registration, please email us at: dhalilic@yahoo.com

BIG Fest After Party

After the concerts, the fun continues at the after parties! This year, the festival will include an exciting after programme where visitors will be able to enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, excellent music and refreshing drinks.

Igor Leonardi, known for his ethnic music skills and collaborations with music legends, and Ana Vipotnik, an outstanding performer of folk songs and jazz standards, will join the party with their incredible performances. This duo brings a touch of the world-music scene and will provide you with unforgettable moments. The after programme of the second day will be particularly interesting because it will include the promotion of Damir Halilić Hal’s video album 6&12 (BONUS 9). This project includes more than 40 video clips, and audiences will have the opportunity to see Hal’s incredible technical and artistic skills on 6 and 12 string guitars. The album will be officially released before Christmas, making this event an exclusive opportunity to get a first look at this unique music release.

To make the evening even more pleasant, the KuSshh Bar will offer a variety of Mediterranean aromas from the island of Krk such as spirits – including award-winning gins, brandies and liqueurs – and refreshing natural sage flower juices. Wine lovers will be able to enjoy the award-winning wines of the Katunar Estate Winery. This will be the perfect opportunity to enjoy first-class drinks in the company of friends and other music lovers.

Movie screenings:

Music evenings will be made even more exciting by movie screenings in the open air: on the first day of the festival, Whiplash, a highly acclaimed film by Damien Chazelle about the relationship between a talented drummer and his strict teacher, which won three Oscars, and on the second day Almost Famous, a coming-of-age comedy directed by Cameron Crowe, which follows 15-year-old William on the path of musical discovery. This film won the Oscar for best original screenplay.

Photo exhibition:

Along with music and film, we also bring you some artistic magic! Multimedia artist Nikša Čorić will present the exhibition ‘Méditerranée mystique’ in the refectory of St Lucy’s. Born in 1960 in Makarska, Čorić brings a unique perspective with his works through classic painting techniques and non-conventional combinations such as acrylic and oil, and 3D impasto techniques.

Inspired by the composition and video clip ‘Méditerranée mystique’ by Damir Halilić Hal, Čorić exhibits photos of mrgari – distinctive sheepfolds with a floor plan in the shape of a flower.

Media contact:

Baška Tourist Board
E-mail: baska@visitbaska.hr
Tel.: +385 (0)51 856 817
Website: www.baskabigfest.com

Join us at the Baška International Guitar Festival 2024 and enjoy an unforgettable combination of music, film and art in the beautiful ambience of Baška.

See you at the BIG Fest!

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