Today marked the presentation of
the 29th edition of Eurocarnevale—European Carnival. This event
aims to unite tradition, culture, and international music to
celebrate Nova Gorica and Gorizia as the European Capital of
Culture 2025.
The main event will take place in Gorizia on February 22, but
a special preview is scheduled for Trieste on February 21. The
parade will showcase 18 groups from Austria, Switzerland,
Germany, Slovenia, and Friuli Venezia Giulia, highlighting the
carnival's cross-border and multicultural essence.
A distinctive feature of the event will be Guggenmusik, a
musical style that originated in Basel, Switzerland, in the
latter half of the 20th century. Initially developed for the
carnival season, Guggenmusik is characterized by raw and
dissonant arrangements based on recognizable melodies mixed in
incorrect musical scales.
"The Chamber of Commerce Venezia Giulia," said President
Antonio Paoletti, "is promoting various initiatives as part of
Go!2025, and the European Carnival is one of them. These days
will be filled with joy, engaging families and young people,
with tourists and enthusiasts arriving from all parts of the
region and beyond. The bands will parade to play and celebrate
with audiences in the cities where they perform. We expect over
570 musicians in Gorizia, with a scheduled stop in Nova Gorica."
"Everything is ready for a weekend full of music and fun,"
emphasized Mayor Rodolfo Ziberna. "Hundreds of people are
expected to arrive, eager to celebrate and spread joy and music
throughout our community. It will be a wonderful opportunity to
visit the city."
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