Pet, 17. 4.
INARA DUO
Inara Duo sestavljata pianistki Ina Krajnc in Klara Lužnik. Kot duo delujeta od leta 2021 ter se uveljavljata z energičnimi in dovršenimi interpretacijami repertoarja za dva klavirja, štiriročno. Spoznali sta se leta 2016 na Konservatoriju za glasbo in balet Maribor, šolanje pa nadaljevali na Univerzi za glasbo in upodabljajočo umetnost v Gradcu, kjer sta leta 2024 diplomirali. Trenutno tam nadaljujeta magistrski študij klavirskega dua pod mentorstvom dua Silver-Garburg. Med njune najpomembnejše dosežke sodijo absolutna 1. nagrada in posebna nagrado na tekmovanju TEMSIG, 1. nagrada na mednarodnem tekmovanju v Rimu ter zmaga na štipendijskem tekmovanju Martha Debelli. Sprejeti sta bili tudi na Piano-Piano akademijo v Parizu, izvedli recital v Veroni ter osvojili 1. nagrado ex aequo na tekmovanju Giangrandi-Eggman. Kot finalistki tekmovanja Ilmari Hannikainen sta prejeli 3. nagrado. V preteklem letu sta izvedli samostojne recitale doma in v tujini, konec aprila 2026 pa ju čaka samostojna turneja na Siciliji.
Partnerja: Pokrajinski muzej Ptuj, Ministrstvo za kulturo
Čet, 4. 6.
PRAVLJIČNI VEČER ZA ODRASLE
Vabljeni v Knjižnico Ivana Potrča Ptuj na Pravljični večer za odrasle v čast dneva Primoža Trubarja. Pravljice in zgodbe bodo pripovedovali znani slovenski knjižničarji – pravljičarji ter občinstvo tako popeljali v svet blagozvočnih govorjenih besed iz zakladnice slovenskega in svetovnega pripovednega izročila. Večer bodo na svoj način obogatili tudi izbrani glasbeni gostje, zato nihče ne bo ostal ravnodušen.
Organizatorja: Knjižnica Ivana Potrča Ptuj, Mariborska knjižnica
Sat, 13. 6.
JAN PLESTENJAK
“Not many artists can create such an intimate ambience on a big stage. Plestenjak has been doing this for years – with a feeling you just cannot replicate.” – Delo
Jan Plestenjak, one of the most well-known singer-songwriters, is the creator of timeless melodies that have touched three generations of listeners. With his signature interpretations, lively love ballads, and recognisable presence, he has filled the country’s largest concert halls and left an immovable mark on Slovenian music culture. His extensive discography spans over fifteen albums, numerous hits, and countless concerts that audiences describe as “an experience that goes straight to the heart”.
He is coming to the Arsana Festival 2026 with a special intimate concert, where he will present a musical story he has been writing for three decades through his greatest hits and newer songs. It will be a night where his signature romantic energy intertwines with the mature narrative depth that only an artist of his rare charisma can offer.
Sponsors: Perutnina Ptuj, Cestno podjetje Ptu
AFTERPARTY
Tue, 23. 6.
HIGH SCHOOL NIGHT AT PANORAMA
Performing: Orchestra, choir, bands, and soloists of Ptuj General Secondary School
At Ptuj General Secondary School, music has held a special place for many years. Students can engage in musical activities through the school choir, orchestra, and various school bands, where they develop their talent and creativity. Their repertoire is very diverse, as they explore a wide range of musical genres and regularly perform at numerous school and extracurricular events, as well as competitions. In recent years, they have repeatedly impressed audiences with their independent concerts and performances. The High School Night at Panorama will offer a vibrant musical evening, taking listeners on a journey from classical pieces and film music to rock, Slovenian popular songs, and other musical surprises.
Co-organizer: Gimnazija Ptuj
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Fri, 26. 6.
OPERA NIGHT AT PTUJ
Performing: Simfonični orkester Opere SNG Maribor, Zbor Opere SNG Maribor
Soloists: Sabina Cvilak, Andreja Zakonjšek Krt, Petya Ivanova, Valentina Čuden, Irena Petkova, Martin Sušnik, Jaki Jurgec
Conductor: Simon Krečič
In the midst of ancient Petoviona, the traditional Opera Night at Ptuj takes place annually, serving as one of the festival’s main events and opening the magnificent festival season. The echoes of Opera Night reach far and wide, attracting a diverse audience from Slovenia and abroad, all coming together under the wonderful scenery of Ptuj Castle. The lineup, featuring the SNG Maribor Ensemble conducted by Simon Krečič and renowned opera soloists, will include excerpts from well-known operas that never fail to enchant with their timeless beauty and grandeur. Enjoying this music under the stars promises an unforgettable experience for connoisseurs as well as lovers of operatic art.
In case of bad weather, the event will be held on Saturday, June 27th, 2026.
General Sponsor of the Event: Zavarovalnica Triglav
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
We would like to thank: Javne službe Ptuj, Vargasal and Gostilna Ribič
General Sponsor of the 18th Arsana Festival: NLB
Pet, 29. 6. – 3.7.
POLETNA VOKALNA ŠOLA ARSANA
Mentorica: Barbara Vauda
Vokalna šola Arsana v sodelovanju z Glasbeno šolo Karol Pahor Ptuj organizira tradicionalno Poletno vokalno šolo, ki bo potekala pod vodstvom pevke in vokalne pedagoginje Barbare Vauda. Barbara pri poučevanju uporablja sodoben in celosten pristop, spodbuja raziskovanje različnih glasbenih žanrov ter razvoj avtentičnega glasovnega izraza. Mladi vokalisti bodo pod njenim mentorstvom pripravili celovečerni koncert, na katerem se bodo predstavili s solističnimi in skupinskimi izvedbami skladb različnih glasbenih žanrov ob profesionalni klavirski spremljavi.
Organizatorji: Barbara Vauda, Vokalna šola Arsana, Glasbena in baletna šola Karola Pahorja
Sre, 1. 7.
DIEGO CAETANO, MISATO HANAWA, LANA KUŠČER (BRA, JAP, SLO)
Diego Caetano je priznani pianist, ki je sodeloval z uglednimi dirigenti in nastopal na vodilnih mednarodnih festivalih. Osvojil je nagrade na več kot petdesetih nacionalnih in mednarodnih tekmovanjih. Je pedagog ter soustanovitelj in umetniški direktor Mednarodnega glasbenega festivala Ávila v Španiji. Japonska saksofonistka Misato Hanawa je znana po svoji »briljantnosti in zrelosti« in nastopa na recitalih ter festivalih po vsem svetu. Sodeluje z vodilnimi orkestri, raziskuje repertoar od baroka do sodobne glasbe in je osvojila vrhunske nagrade na več mednarodnih tekmovanjih. Slovenska flavtistka Lana Kuščer je nastopila kot solistka v Carnegie Hall, Boston Symphony Hall, Kennedy Centru in mednarodno po Evropi, Aziji in Braziliji. Nastopila je na pomembnih festivalih, posnela nagrajene zgoščenke in je znana po svojih nastopih v komorni in sodobni glasbi.
So-organizator: Imago Sloveniae
Fri, 3. 7.
SUMMER VOCAL SCHOOL CONCERT
A week of intensive creative work as part of the Summer Vocal School, jointly organized by the Arsana Vocal School and the Karol Pahor Music and Ballet School Ptuj, will culminate in a final concert. Under the guidance of experienced mentors, young singers will prepare a full-length concert, presenting themselves through solo and group performances featuring a diverse repertoire of musical genres, accompanied by piano.
Organisers: Arsana Vocal School, Karol Pahor Music and Ballet School Ptuj
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Sre, 8. 7.
MLADINSKI SIMFONIČNI ORKESTER DEŽELE HAMBURG
Nastopajo: Mladinski simfonični orkester dežele Hamburg (Landesjugendorchester Hamburg)
Solist: Mark Lev Krajnc (violina)
Dirigent: Johannes Witt
Program: J. Sibelius, M. Ravel, M. Bruch
Hamburški mladinski orkester (Landesjugendorchester Hamburg), ustanovljen leta 1968 v Nemčiji, združuje okoli 80 nadarjenih mladih glasbenikov in je pomemben del hamburške glasbene scene. Redno koncertira v Nemčiji in v tujini ter sodeluje s priznanimi institucijami. Njegov umetniški vodja in dirigent Johannes Witt je uveljavljen dirigent, ki je nastopal v priznanih opernih hišah, kot so Dunajska državna opera, Finska nacionalna opera in Državno gledališče v Stuttgartu. Trenutno deluje kot glavni kapelnik Opere v Wuppertalu. Solist Mark Lev Krajnc je večkrat nagrajeni mladi violinist, ki študira v Münchnu. Nastopal je kot solist z več orkestri doma in v tujini ter izvedel več recitalov. Udeležil se je mojstrskih tečajev in sodeloval z uglednimi pedagogi, kar potrjuje njegov izjemen umetniški razvoj.
Financirano s strani: Goethe Institut
So-organizator: Emars
Fri, 10. 7.
THE GALA EVENING OF SLOVENIAN EVERGREENS
Prices: €25 (black friday/early bird, seated area), €28 (presale, seated area), €32 (general sale, seated area), €35 (on the day of, seated area)
Performers: RTV Slovenia Symphony Orchestra, RTV Slovenia Big Band
Soloists
Conductor: Patrik Greblo
The Gala Evening of Slovenian Pop Music is a tribute to the most beautiful songs from the rich treasure trove of Slovenian popular music. Accompanied by the RTV Slovenia Symphony Orchestra and RTV Slovenia Big Band, renowned soloists under the direction of Patrik Greblo will present selected songs from the valuable collection of Slovenian pop music with contemporary interpretations.
The program will combine works that have shaped Slovenia’s musical identity over the decades, presented in new orchestral arrangements and performances that blend tradition with modernity.
This event, which has become a festival staple and continually attracts audiences of all generations, will be recorded and later broadcast by RTV Slovenia.
Sponsors: Zavarovalnica Triglav, HSE, DEM
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Sob, 11. 7.
MLADINSKI SIMFONIČNI ORKESTER DEŽELE HAMBURG
Nastopajo: Mladinski simfonični orkester dežele Hamburg (Landesjugendorchester Hamburg)
Dirigent: Johannes Witt
Hamburški mladinski orkester (Landesjugendorchester Hamburg), ustanovljen leta 1968 v Nemčiji, združuje okoli 80 nadarjenih mladih glasbenikov in je pomemben del hamburške glasbene scene. Redno koncertira v Nemčiji in v tujini ter sodeluje s priznanimi institucijami. Njegov umetniški vodja in dirigent Johannes Witt je uveljavljen dirigent, ki je nastopal v priznanih opernih hišah, kot so Dunajska državna opera, Finska nacionalna opera in Državno gledališče v Stuttgartu. Trenutno deluje kot glavni kapelnik Opere v Wuppertalu.
So-organizator: Imago Sloveniae
Thu, 16. 7.
OOLLIM (울림)
Performing: June Yun (vocal), Vid Jamnik (vibraphone), Gal Golob (upright bass)
Project 울림 (Oollim) is about resonance—sound that lingers and emotions that echo within the heart. Drawing from jazz standards, Korean traditional music, folk, contemporary jazz, and original compositions by June Yun, the project brings together Korean vocalist and composer June Yun, Slovenian vibraphonist Vid Jamnik, and double bassist Gal Golob. Together, they invite you to feel deeply and let the music stay with you long after it fades.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Fri, 17. 7.
SATORI
Performing: Ursula Luthar Matoz (vocal), Gerhard Ornik (trumpet), Kurt Haider (guitar), Wolfram Derschmidt (double bass), Tijan Grašič (drums), Jure Tori (keys)
Satori is the latest project by musician Jure Tori, who, over more than 30 years, has developed a distinctive style—sometimes melancholic, at other times lively and joyful. In this “soul-oriented” project, Tori sets aside the accordion and focuses on keyboards, creating a sonic experience that transports the listener to an atmosphere reminiscent of Paris or American soul cities.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Sat, 18. 7.
ODPRTA KUHNA
Mestni trg bo tudi letos na poletni sobotni dan zadišal po dobrotah iz različnih slovenskih regij in svetovnih kuhinj. »Odprto kuhno« zaznamuje druženje, sprehajanje med stojnicami in pokušanje specialitet in raznovrstnih okusov. Odlične jedi in mednarodne kulinarične kreacije bo spremljal nabor dobrega vina, piva kraft in drugih okusnih pijač.
Organizatorja: Javni Zavod Ptuj in Odprta Kuhna
THE BEAR BLUES
Performing: Lovro Lah, Hana Krajnc, Tina Tavčar
The performance »Bear Blues« brings together well-known and lesser-known bear-themed stories, set to music with guitar, violin, flute, and other instruments. The result is a unique “bear concert” that presents these tales in a new, magical way, allowing the audience to experience them through sound and musical interpretation.
FAMILY DATES CREATIVE WORKSHOP
Performer: Ana Angel
Family Dates is a creative workshop for the whole family, where parents and children take time for each other – being present, connected, and creating together. Through relaxed socializing and a variety of fun and creative activities, they build unforgettable shared memories that they carry with them long after the workshop.
JOSS STONE
The 18th Arsana Festival will be opened by the British soul icon, Grammy Award winner and multiple Brit Awards recipient – JOSS STONE!
“One of the most distinctive voices of her generation, effortlessly moving from a tender whisper to a fiery explosion” – The Guardian
Joss Stone has earned international acclaim for her versatile musicality ever since she became a global star in the early 2000s. She has performed and collaborated with legendary artists such as James Brown, Stevie Wonder, Mick Jagger, Rod Stewart, Robbie Williams, Jeff Beck, Carlos Santana, Dave Stewart (Eurythmics), Lauryn Hill, Gladys Knight, Sting, Van Morrison, as well as Raphael Saadiq, John Legend, Nas, and Damian Marley – making her one of the most versatile artists of her generation.
Her 2003 debut, a collection of classic soul covers, sold over five million copies worldwide. Her second album, Mind, Body & Soul (2004), featured original material and solidified her star status. Over the years, Joss has pursued a diverse musical path, releasing adventurous albums spanning R&B, pop, reggae, hip-hop, and world music. She revisited her roots with The Soul Sessions Vol. 2 (2012), and with Never Forget My Love (2022), produced by longtime collaborator Dave Stewart, she returned to lush, classic soul.
Joss Stone has toured extensively worldwide; her Total World Tour (2014–2019) visited nearly every country on the planet, including exotic locations such as North Korea, Yemen, Syria, Cuba, and Antarctica. As a result, she became the first artist ever to receive a World Tour certificate.
On her Soul and Full Bloom international tour, accompanied by a nine-piece band, she presents the finest soul gems of her career – from early hits to more recent creative chapters blending soul, R&B, blues, pop, and reggae. Having performed on the world’s biggest stages – from Glastonbury and the Royal Albert Hall to major U.S. festivals – Joss Stone comes to Ptuj for the first time, promising an extraordinary musical experience and a true highlight of the summer.
General Sponsor: NLB
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
AFTERPARTY
San, 19. 7.
MOANA CINEMA GARDEN
The live-action adaptation of Disney’s animated film tells the story of a young girl named Moana who dreams of becoming an explorer of the seas. When her island home is threatened, she sets out on a long and perilous journey across the ocean with the demigod Maui to save her people. The film screening will be followed by a musical yoga workshop for children.
GODALNI ORKESTER EMARS
Nastopajo: Godalni orkester EMARS
Solist: Matej Zupan (flavta)
Godalni orkester EMARS je bil ustanovljen z namenom celostnega glasbenega razvoja mladih in tudi že uveljavljenih glasbenikov v okviru platforme EMARS. Zasedbo sestavlja petnajst skrbno izbranih glasbenikov iz Slovenije in tujine, ki delujejo pod umetniškim vodstvom prof. Janeza Podleska, priznanega violinista in pedagoga z ljubljanske Akademije za glasbo. Pri ustvarjanju sodelujejo tudi ugledni profesorji in glasbeniki, med njimi violončelist Igor Mitrović, violinistka Maja Marija Rome in kontrabasist Stevan Jovanović, ki s svojim znanjem pomembno prispevajo k umetniški ravni ansambla. Orkester redno nastopa z vrhunskimi solisti, kot je Lana Trotovšek, v sezoni 2026 pa se jim bo pridružil flavtist Matej Zupan.
So-organizator: Emars
Mon, 20. 7.
FIREFLY PART 1 MUSICAL FAIRY TALE
Facilitator: Liljana Klemenčič
The musical fairy tale »My Little Light, Bright Little Light Always Shows Me the Right Way« is the first of three stories in the Firefly series. Through a blend of storytelling, musical performances, and presentations of various instruments, it opens the door for children to the magical world of music. At the same time, it carries an important message – that music helps us when we are searching for the right path, comforts us in difficult moments, and fills us with joy.
POSLIKAVA OBRAZA USTVARJALNA DELAVNICA
Moderatorka / Moderator: Ana Angel
Na delavnici poslikave obraza se bodo otroci spremenili v čarobna bitja, živali ali priljubljene junake po lastni domišljiji ali navdihu pravljic. Barve, bleščice in ustvarjalni detajli bodo omogočili, da vsak otrok zaživi svojo edinstveno zgodbo in se izrazi na zabaven in ustvarjalen način.
Tue, 21. 7.
FIREFLY PART 2 MUSICAL FAIRY TALE
Facilitator: Liljana Klemenčič
The musical fairy tale »He Sang Joyfully, He Sang Loudly, He Swayed the Flowers and Laughed at the Sleepy Bees, Bumblebees, and Butterflies« takes children into the world of nature and its sounds. Through a blend of storytelling and music, it encourages the discovery of natural rustling and birdsong while fostering focused listening. Through this experience, children come to realize how rich and diverse the soundscape around us is—if we simply take the time to listen.
SUMMER IN RHYTHM – CHILDREN’S CASTANET-MAKING WORKSHOP CREATIVE WORKSHOP
Facilitator: Neža Meglič
During the creative workshop the children will make their own musical instrument and decorate it according to their imagination. Through play, they will explore rhythm and sound In this way, they will develop their creativity and joy of music in a pleasant summer atmosphere.
LORI WILLIAMS QUINTET (USA, AUT, SLO)
Performing: Lori Williams (vocals), Bernhard Wiesinger (saxophone), Christian Havel (guitar), Renato Chicco (piano), Milan Nikolic (double bass), Joris Dudli (drums)
Washington D.C. native jazz singer Lori Williams is defined by her stage presence and an infallible feel for the moment. Her enchanting voice transports audiences, making her one of the most sought-after jazz vocalists in the United States. A versatile artist, Lori excels in jazz, soul, and gospel, and performs a repertoire spanning traditional to modern jazz with her band. A phenomenal singer and five superb musicians are ready to sweep you off your feet on an exciting musical journey through the wonderful world of jazz.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
JOŠT LAMPRET: NOMAD feat. URŠKA CENTA, WIYAALA & THE YAGA YAGAS
Nomad je avtorski projekt basista Jošta Lampreta, v katerem se združujejo ritmi flamenka, jazza in improvizacija. Temu se pridružuje gostja Urška Centa, ki s svojimi unikatnimi plesnimi elementi prispeva k sveži in dovršeni interpretaciji klasičnega flamenka. Tokratni nastop bo dopolnila afriška pevka in plesalka Wiyaala, znana kot “The Lioness of Africa” (Levinja Afrike), ki združuje ganske ljudske pesmi in afropop z energičnimi, navdušujočimi plesnimi nastopi. Sodelovanje s slovensko zasedbo The YagaYagas je pripeljalo do skupnega albuma Segerige in odmevne koncertne turneje po Gani. Bas, flamenco, afriški ritmi in neustavljiva plesna energija – večer, kjer se svet združi v eni sami eksploziji zvoka in gibanja.
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Wed, 22. 7.
FIREFLY PART 3 MUSICAL FAIRY TALE
Facilitator: Liljana Klemenčič
The musical fairy tale »Then the Moon and the Stars Danced Around Him and Sang… Who Could Be Happier Than I, I Dance, I Sing…« takes children into a magical nighttime world where movement and music intertwine. Through storytelling, singing, and dance, it encourages the experience and recognition of rhythm, as children playfully and creatively discover how rhythm connects music and the body.
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CHILDREN’S DANCE WORKSHOP CREATIVE WORKSHOP
Facilitator: Ana Angel
At the dance workshop, children enter the world of dance through play and movement, where they relax, have fun, and learn new moves to the sound of music. They will explore basic dance elements and gradually master a simple choreography step by step. The workshop encourages creativity and cooperation, while above all offering an enjoyable experience of spending time together in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
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ROCKMANTIKA, KREERA
Performing: Rockmantika: Dea Muršič (vocals, rhythm guitar), Zala Sitar (solo guitar), Taja Gabrovec (bass), Lara Merc (drums), Kreera: Tia Alfirev (vocals), Blaž Žlogar (guitar), Matjaž Pogorelec (bass), Leon Pečarič (drums), Eva Pogorelec (keys)
Two fresh and energetic Slovenian rock bands will take the stage. Rockmantika is a band from Ptuj that blends rock, smooth jazz, disco, and soul. With fresh original music, energetic covers, captivating vocals, and distinctive guitar lines, they create a unique energy that excites audiences while inspiring young creatives to explore music. Kreera is a Ljubljana-based indie/alternative rock band active since 2022. After their debut single Šamar (2023), they released their first EP Kreativna Era in 2024, further establishing their distinctive musical style.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
GREGOR RAVNIK special guest: RAIVEN
Gregor Ravnik is establishing himself as one of Slovenia’s most versatile and promising solo singers, skillfully blending pop and opera music. His classical training gives him an exceptional vocal range and technical mastery, allowing him to navigate the world of contemporary pop confidently. His first pop album, Med nama, showcases his compositional width, featuring songs awarded at numerous music festivals as well as entirely new creations.
Joining him as a special guest is Raiven, one of the most distinctive contemporary Slovenian music creators. She gained recognition with her Eurovision performance, where her energy and striking stage presence captivated a wide audience. Her work combines contemporary pop, electronic music, art-pop, and classical elements, making her one of the most innovative musicians of her generation.
Thu, 23. 7.
LOVORKA NEMEŠ DULAR & JASMINA TRAJCHESKA (SLO, MKD)
Janezu Matičiču ob 100. obletnici
Večer klavirske glasbe z Lovorko Nemeš Dular in Jasmino Trajchesko
Lovorka Nemeš Dular je slovenska pianistka, pedagoginja in muzikologinja, znana po solističnih in komornih nastopih po Evropi. Študirala je klavir v Ljubljani, Kölnu in Bergamu. Jasmina Trajcheska je pianistka iz Prilepa v Severni Makedoniji, nagrajena na več mednarodnih tekmovanjih, nastopa pa kot solistka in komorna glasbenica doma in v tujini. Umetnici bosta skupaj nastopili v projektu, ki je poklon vrhunskemu slovenskemu skladatelju Janezu Matičiču, ki je med drugim napisal tudi obsežen klavirski opus, ki se lahko kosa s tistimi uveljavljenih svetovnih skladateljev. Pianistki se mu bosta poklonili z izvedbo njegovih del, skladb Maurica Ravela, ter del dveh skladateljic, Biljane Bojović in Aleksandre Naumovski Potisk. Predstavili bosta tudi zgoščenko Perspektive klavirskega opusa, ki vsebuje pretežno neposneta Matičičeva dela. Izdajo in izvedbo koncerta je podprlo Ministrstvo za kulturo RS.
Partnerji: Pokrajinski muzej Ptuj, Imago Sloveniae, Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
RESONARE, STONE HEAD
Performing: Resonare: Lana Levanič (vocals, guitar), Anja Kodrič (guitar), Lucy Nepužlan Hajdinjak (bass), Ajda Brodnjak (drums), Stone Head: Teo Gabriel Potecin (vocals), Matic Semprimožnik (guitar), Luka Cerar Golob (bass), Matic Gmeiner Juntez (drums)
The band Resonare, from Ptuj and Gornja Radgona, came together in November 2024 under the mentorship of the Inštrumentalko music school and made their first appearance at Rock December vol. 2. Resonare captivates audiences with energetic performances, original music creation, and an authentic connection with the crowd. Stone Head is a dynamic Rock ’n’ Blues band from the Ljubljana area that takes listeners on a journey through nostalgic sounds, infectious riffs, and emotional vocals. They have performed on numerous Slovenian stages, including Kino Šiška, Kongresni trg, Orto Bar, and others.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
TADEJ TOŠ: RESNO? Ne se hecat!
Priznani igralec in stand-up komik Tadej Toš s svojo karizmo, ostrim humorjem in iskrenostjo že vrsto let navdušuje občinstva po vsej Sloveniji. Skozi iskrene in zabavne zgodbe se dotika tem vsakdanjega življenja, odnosov, družine in družbenih ter kulturnih vprašanj. Z njegovo značilno neposrednostjo in izjemnim občutkom za opazovanje sveta zlahka vzpostavi stik z občinstvom in ustvari večer, poln smeha in nepozabnih trenutkov.
Generalni pokrovitelj: DEM, Dorssen
Fri, 24. 7.
THE SIXTH VIOLIN MUSICAL FAIRY TALE
Facilitator: Sanja Selinšek
The musical fairy tale The Sixth Violin is an inspiring story about a love for music and nature. Through its magical narrative, it reminds us of our roots and the warmth of cherished memories of home. The tale teaches us that perseverance and courage guide us through even the most difficult trials and lead us to joy and love—if only we dare to follow our hearts.
ZVEZDANA NOVAKOVIĆ
Performing: Zvezdana Novaković ZveN (vocals, electronics), string quartet: Ana Mezgec (violin), Mojca Batič (violin), Barbara Grahor Vovk (viola), Zala Vidic (cello)
The project MIDNIGHT SUN / Polnočno sonce is a musical journey by singer and composer Zvezdana Novaković ZveN, capturing the magic of the Arctic phenomenon when the sun persistently shines across the night sky. The music combines her vocals, a string quartet, and electronic elements to create evocative, timeless soundscapes that reflect the warmth of light in the darkness. It invites listeners to explore their inner labyrinths while finding hope, peace, and light even in the most hidden corners of the soul, creating a unique concert experience.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
NEW YORK VOICES
“Flawless vocal arrangements justify their reputation as the most exciting vocal ensemble on the planet. Gathering such unique voices in one group is extraordinarily rare, and their masterful blending of colours is unparalleled.” – Boston Herald
The two-time Grammy Award-winning vocal quartet New York Voices is considered one of the most influential and recognisable names in vocal jazz. Their masterful multi-part harmonies, sophisticated improvisation, and exceptional musicianship have taken them to the world’s greatest stages – from Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Centre to the Kennedy Centre and the iconic Blue Note. Throughout their illustrious careers, they have released more than 14 albums and collaborated with legends such as the Manhattan Transfer, Ivan Lins, George Benson, the Count Basie Orchestra, Paquito D’Rivera, and the WDR Big Band.
At the 2026 Arsana Festival, they will perform as part of their farewell tour, The Grand Finale, representing one of their last joint concerts. With this unique performance, they will share, for the final time, the story they have been writing together for nearly four decades.
As long-time ambassadors of the Arsana Festival and dear friends of Ptuj – a connection dating back to their first visit in 2014 – New York Voices will bid farewell right where a special artistic friendship began.
Emotional. Historic. An unrepeatable musical experience.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
YAREMI KORDOS CUBAN-JAZZ EVOLUTION TRIO (CU, CRO, NL)
Yaremi Kordos Cuban–Jazz Evolution Trio je mednarodna zasedba treh vrhunskih glasbenikov, ki združujejo kubansko tradicijo in sodobni jazz. Pevka in kitaristka Yaremi Kordos iz Havane navdušuje z izraznim vokalom, ki izhaja iz klasične izobrazbe in afro-kubanskih korenin. Basist Roland Abreu prinaša izjemno ritmično energijo in občutek za improvizacijo ter povezuje jazz z latinskimi in klasičnimi vplivi. Kitarist Ratko Zjaca, nagrajeni umetnik z mednarodno kariero, dodaja harmonsko bogat in sodoben jazzovski izraz. Skupaj ustvarjajo prepoznaven zvok, v katerem se prepletajo afro-kubanski ritmi, jazzovska svoboda in vplivi svetovne glasbe. Njihovi koncerti nagovarjajo tako ljubitelje jazza kot širše občinstvo, ki išče avtentičnost in vrhunsko glasbeno izkušnjo.
So-organizator: Imago Sloveniae
Sat, 25. 7.
YOGA IN THE PARK CREATIVE WORKSHOP
Facilitator: Ana Angel
Morning yoga for children is a gentle and playful awakening of the body and mind at the start of the day. With simple, child-friendly exercises, it strengthens the body, develops balance, and fosters a sense of inner calm. The workshop is a wonderful way for children to begin their day relaxed, happy, and full of positive energy.
ADI SMOLAR - FAMILY CONCERT
Performing: Adi Smolar (vocals, guitar)
Adi Smolar is considered one of Slovenia’s most original and beloved singer-songwriters, known for his prolific work and distinctive sense of humor. Through his songs and children’s books, he takes us on a journey through everyday life, human relationships, and social themes, always with a touch of wisdom and common sense. In his concerts, he is a witty, critical, and perceptive observer of the world, whose stories entertain while encouraging reflection and connecting audiences of all ages. At this family concert, he will create an unforgettable musical experience, full of laughter and warmth for both young and old.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
LUKA ŠULIĆ
“A virtuoso who bridges the worlds of classical and popular music with astonishing technical brilliance and a rare sincerity of interpretation.” — The Times
“Virtuoz, ki premošča svetove klasične in popularne glasbe z osupljivo tehnično briljanco in redko iskrenostjo interpretacije.” The Times
World-renowned cellist Luka Šulić is an artist who has redefined the role of the cello in contemporary music. As the co-founder of the globally acclaimed duo 2Cellos, he has captivated millions of listeners around the world with his energy, boldness, and unique approach – from London's Royal Albert Hall and New York's Madison Square Garden to the Sydney Opera House. After a highly successful international career, Luka dedicated himself to a solo path, where he combines the virtuosity of classical education with the expressive power of modern arrangements and orchestral projects.
In recent years, he has impressed audiences with his interpretations of works by Vivaldi, Bach, and Mozart, blending them with contemporary production and his own arrangements. His style is recognised for its exceptional technical perfection, charismatic stage presence, and emotional depth that transcends genre boundaries.
At Arsana Festival 2026, he will appear with an exclusive concert, presenting his latest project – a masterful journey between classical elegance and contemporary expression.
Energy. Passion. Virtuosity without limits.
General Sponsors of the Event: NLB
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Ned, 23. 8.
VOKALNA SKUPINA PLAMEN
Vokalno skupino Plamen sestavljajo dekleta in gospe slovenskega rodu iz Toronta in okolice, ki zastopajo že tretjo generacijo slovenskih izseljencev v Kanadi. Zasedbo že 35 let vodi Marija Ahačič Pollak, njen bogat repertoar pa obsega slovensko ljudsko glasbo v slovenščini in angleščini, priljubljene slovenske in angleške skladbe, narodno-zabavno glasbo ter kanadske ljudske pesmi. Razen ohranjanja slovenskega izročila vokalna skupina Plamen skrbi tudi za visok kulturni in umetniški nivo ter prispeva k utrjevanju slovenske narodne zavesti tudi onkraj državnih meja.
Partnerji: Urad Vlade republike Slovenije za Slovence v zamejstvu in po svetu, Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Sre, 26. 8.
ORKESTER SLOVENSKE FILHARMONIJE
Nastopajo: Orkester Slovenske filharmonije
Solist : Nejc Kamplet (klavir)
Dirigent: Davorin Mori
Program:D. Švara, S. Rahmaninov, A. Dvořák
Orkester Slovenske filharmonije se lahko pohvali z bogato tradicijo; njegove korenine segajo v leto 1701, v zdajšnji obliki pa je zaživel leta 1947, ko je bila ustanovljena Slovenska filharmonija. Orkester, ki združuje najboljše domače in tuje glasbenike in redno gostuje na najodmevnejših glasbenih festivalih v tujini, izvaja standardni orkestrski repertoar 18. in 19. stoletja, pa tudi najsodobnejšo glasbo in glasbo starejših slogovnih obdobij ter s tem dokazuje svojo vsestranskost. Za njegovo rast so zaslužni domači stalni dirigenti, med njimi Samo Hubad, Uroš Lajovic in Marko Letonja, ter dirigentski gostje in solisti mednarodnega slovesa. Orkester bo nastopil pod taktirko dirigenta Davorina Morija, enega najuspešnejših slovenskih dirigentov mlajše generacije. Na programu veličastna Simfonija št. 9 v e-molu, op. 95, »Iz novega sveta« in pa znameniti 3. klavirski koncert S. Rahmaninova, ki velja za eno najzahtevnejših in virtuoznih del klavirske literature. Kot solist bo nastopil Nejc Kamplet, eden najperspektivnejših slovenskih pianistov mlajše generacije in večkratni nagrajenec mednarodnih klavirskih tekmovanj.
Partnerji: Slovenska Filharmonija, Imago Sloveniae, Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Thu, 27. 8.
PRIFARSKI MUZIKANTI Gostja: BERNARDA FINK
Prifarski muzikanti so etno glasbena skupina, ki že 38 let navdušuje slovensko občinstvo. S predanim ohranjanjem ljudske pesmi in drugega glasbenega izročila soustvarjajo prepoznavnost domače ljudske glasbe. Njihova poustvarjalnost temelji na večglasnem petju, ki ga instrumentalisti bogatijo s spremljavo tamburaških instrumentov, violine, harmonike in drugih ljudskih glasbil, s čimer pričarajo topel, pristen in prepoznaven zven. Ob ljudskih pesmih jim niso tuje niti svetovne zimzelene melodije in domače popevke, ki jih interpretirajo s spoštovanjem do izvirnika in lastnim umetniškim pečatom. V vlogi gostje se bo predstavil v Buenos Airesu rojena Bernarda Fink, ki je študirala na Instituto Superior de Arte del Teatro Colón (Visoka šola za umetnost gledališča Colón), svojo bogato pevsko kariero pa že desetletja utrjuje v Sloveniji in na širšem evropskem prostoru. Sodelovala je z vodilnimi svetovnimi orkestri, nastopala pod vodstvom številnih dirigentskih mojstrov, posnela več kot 50 zgoščenk in prejela več Grammy nagrad.
Generalni pokrovitelj: Pipe tech
ValoVIBE: KOALA VOICE & INFECTED
Performing: Koala Voice: Manca Trampuš (vocals, guitar), Domen Don Holc (guitar), Tilen Prašnikar (bass), Miha Prašnikar (drums), Infected: Katja Vučković Zinrajh (vocals), Taja Islamovič (guitar), Gašper Bračič (bass), David Krajnc (keys), Jure Kovačič (drums)
ValoVIBE is more than just an event – it is a space of energy, movement, and creativity within the new wave of Slovenian music. It brings a fresh, youthful rhythm that speaks to music lovers as well as those seeking inspiring experiences. The “Val” (wave) represents the flow and dynamism of ideas, while the “Vibe” conveys a relaxed, connecting atmosphere that nurtures the creative spirit.
This year’s edition will feature two distinctive musical projects. Koala Voice, one of Slovenia’s most recognizable indie bands, has quickly won over audiences at home and abroad with their relaxed yet highly energetic stage presence. Their sound blends infectious indie rock, punk-pop, and disco, marked by melodic hooks, sharp guitar riffs, and the band members’ strong charisma. The group has performed at numerous prestigious European festivals, including Liverpool Sound City, Tallinn Music Week, BUSH Budapest, Pohoda, Monkey Week, Exit, and INmusic, and even served as the opening act for the legendary Pixies in Ljubljana’s Križanke. Koala Voice remain synonymous with direct energy, musicality, and a distinctive original imprint on the contemporary Slovenian music scene.
The evening will also feature Infected, a band that confidently entered the Slovenian music scene over a decade ago and quickly established itself through success in various competitions. In 2018, they released their debut album Kolaž, and the following year, as competition winners, performed on the main stage of the INmusic festival in Zagreb. After a period of creative hiatus, Infected returns in 2026 as a refreshed five-member band, with a more mature sound, a fresh approach, and new original music, opening a new chapter in their artistic journey.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Fri, 28. 8.
TONY CETINSKI & MATIJA CVEK
Two generations, two exceptional voices, one stage!
At the conclusion of the 18th Arsana Festival, two vocal powerhouses from different generations will meet on the main stage.
8 p.m. – Matija Cvek
Matija Cvek is one of the most recognisable representatives of the younger Croatian music scene, known for his authenticity, emotional interpretation, and distinctive voice. The author of hits such as Ptice, Visine, Zaplesala je sa mnom, Probudi se, and Nasloni se, as well as a Porin Award winner for Best Pop Album and Best Male Vocal Performance, he captivates audiences with extraordinary energy, warmth, and a unique musical style. He has collaborated with top music artists, including Marija Šerifović, Toni Cetinski, Massimo, and Nina Badrić, further confirming his musical excellence. On stage, he impresses with energy, warmth, and vocal mastery, delivering concerts that combine authenticity, intimacy, and top-level musical performance. This has established him as one of the leading figures in contemporary Croatian music.
9 p.m. – Tony Cetinski
Tony Cetinski is one of the most respected and popular performers in Croatia and the wider region. His powerful voice, emotional delivery, and commanding stage presence have captivated audiences for over three decades. Throughout his rich career, he has received numerous music awards and produced a series of hits that have marked time and place – including Kad žena zavoli, Ti si želja mog života, Ja sam zaljubljen, Umirem 100 puta dnevno, and Onaj ko te ljubi sretan je. His songs combine sincere lyrics, recognisable melodies, and the passion he conveys to every listener on stage.
Cetinski is an artist who transcends genres – pop, soul, and rock merge in his expression into a unique musical story full of energy and warmth. Every concert is more than a performance – it is an encounter of emotions, memories, and a connection with an audience that has remained loyal for decades.
Sponsors: Tenzor, Reseda, Pipetech
Ned, 6. 9.
INFINITUS - ZBOR IN ORKESTER PTUJSKE MLADINE
Zasedba Infinitus je bila ustanovljena leta 2007 v župniji sv. Jurija na Ptuju. Mladi so se ob navdušenju nad petjem in ob podpori staršev povezali v skupno glasbeno ustvarjanje – najprej do petja pri svetih mašah, nato pa tudi na koncertnih odrih. Njihov repertoar poudarja lepoto in raznolikost glasbenega izraza in se slogovno opira na sodobno mladinsko glasbo.
Pet, 16. 10.
KONCERT SIMFONIČNEGA ORKESTRA IN DEKLIŠKEGA PEVSKEGA ZBORA DOLCEZZA GLASBENE ŠOLE SV. PETRA IN PAVLA NA PTUJU
Simfonični orkester ZGŠ, ki deluje v samostanu sv. Petra in Pavla, učencem glasbene šole odpira vrata v svet vrhunske umetnosti. V velikem glasbenem sestavu se mladi glasbeniki srečujejo z deli mojstrov klasične glasbe ter skozi skupno muziciranje razvijajo svojo umetniško izraznost. Orkester združuje tako sedanje kot nekdanje učence glasbene šole, kar mu daje posebno svežino in mladostno energijo. Pomemben pečat pa mu dodajajo tudi profesorji, ki s svojo umetniško izkušnjo in predanostjo podpirajo mlade na poti do glasbenih presežkov. Tokrat se bodo predstavili s klasično zasnovanim programom za soliste in orkester. Orkester vodi prof. Matjaž Antončič.
Dekliški zbor Dolcezza deluje od leta 2013, ko so mlade pevke začele svojo skupno glasbeno pot pod okriljem glasbene šole v samostanu sv. Petra in Pavla na Ptuju. Od vsega začetka jih z veliko predanostjo vodi in umetniško usmerja prof. Peter Gojkošek. Zbor se redno predstavlja na prireditvah glasbene šole in nastopa tudi širše v domačem okolju. Večkrat je sodeloval na mednarodnih srečanjih mladih pevcev Willems International Choir v Italiji, Franciji in Španiji, obenem pa goji tudi sodelovanja z zbori iz bližnje okolice ter nastopa ob spremljavi simfoničnega ali godalnega orkestra.
Pet, 16. 10.
Pet, 17. 4.
INARA DUO
Inara Duo sestavljata pianistki Ina Krajnc in Klara Lužnik. Kot duo delujeta od leta 2021 ter se uveljavljata z energičnimi in dovršenimi interpretacijami repertoarja za dva klavirja, štiriročno. Spoznali sta se leta 2016 na Konservatoriju za glasbo in balet Maribor, šolanje pa nadaljevali na Univerzi za glasbo in upodabljajočo umetnost v Gradcu, kjer sta leta 2024 diplomirali. Trenutno tam nadaljujeta magistrski študij klavirskega dua pod mentorstvom dua Silver-Garburg. Med njune najpomembnejše dosežke sodijo absolutna 1. nagrada in posebna nagrado na tekmovanju TEMSIG, 1. nagrada na mednarodnem tekmovanju v Rimu ter zmaga na štipendijskem tekmovanju Martha Debelli. Sprejeti sta bili tudi na Piano-Piano akademijo v Parizu, izvedli recital v Veroni ter osvojili 1. nagrado ex aequo na tekmovanju Giangrandi-Eggman. Kot finalistki tekmovanja Ilmari Hannikainen sta prejeli 3. nagrado. V preteklem letu sta izvedli samostojne recitale doma in v tujini, konec aprila 2026 pa ju čaka samostojna turneja na Siciliji.
Partnerja: Pokrajinski muzej Ptuj, Ministrstvo za kulturo
Čet, 4. 6.
PRAVLJIČNI VEČER ZA ODRASLE
Vabljeni v Knjižnico Ivana Potrča Ptuj na Pravljični večer za odrasle v čast dneva Primoža Trubarja. Pravljice in zgodbe bodo pripovedovali znani slovenski knjižničarji – pravljičarji ter občinstvo tako popeljali v svet blagozvočnih govorjenih besed iz zakladnice slovenskega in svetovnega pripovednega izročila. Večer bodo na svoj način obogatili tudi izbrani glasbeni gostje, zato nihče ne bo ostal ravnodušen.
Organizatorja: Knjižnica Ivana Potrča Ptuj, Mariborska knjižnica
Sob, 13. 6.
JAN PLESTENJAK
“Redki ustvarjalci znajo ustvariti tako intimno vzdušje na velikem odru. Plestenjak to počne že leta – z občutkom, ki ga ne moreš poustvariti.” – Delo
Jan Plestenjak, eden najprepoznavnejših kantavtorjev v Sloveniji, je ustvarjalec brezčasnih melodij, ki so se dotaknile treh generacij poslušalcev. S svojo značilno interpretacijo, iskrivimi ljubezenskimi baladami in prepoznavno prezenco je napolnil največje domače koncertne dvorane ter pustil neizbrisan pečat v slovenski glasbeni kulturi. Njegova obsežna diskografija šteje več kot petnajst albumov, številne uspešnice ter nešteto koncertov, ki jih poslušalci opisujejo kot »doživetje, ki gre naravnost v srce«.
Na Festival Arsana 2026 prihaja s posebnim intimnim koncertom, na katerem bo skozi svoje največje uspešnice in izbrane nove skladbe predstavil glasbeno zgodbo, ki jo piše že več kot tri desetletja. Gre za večer, v katerem se prepleteta njegova prepoznavna romantična energija in zrela, pripovedna globina, ki jo lahko poda le umetnik z redko karizmo.
Sponzorja koncerta: Perutnina Ptuj, Cestno podjetje Ptuj
AFTERPARTY
Tor, 23. 6.
GIMNAZIJSKA NOČ NA PANORAMI
Nastopajo: Orkester, zbor, bandi in solisti Gimnazije Ptuj
Na Gimnaziji Ptuj ima glasba že vrsto let posebno mesto. Dijaki in dijakinje se lahko glasbeno udejstvujejo v pevskem zboru, orkestru ter različnih šolskih glasbenih skupinah, kjer razvijajo svoj talent in ustvarjalnost. Njihov repertoar je zelo raznolik, saj segajo po različnih glasbenih žanrih ter se redno predstavljajo na številnih šolskih in zunajšolskih dogodkih ter natečajih. V preteklih letih so s samostojnimi koncerti in prireditvami večkrat navdušili občinstvo. Že druga edicija Gimnazijske noči na Panorami bo tako ponudila pester glasbeni večer, ki bo poslušalce popeljal od klasičnih melodij in filmske glasbe do rocka, slovenske popevke ter drugih glasbenih presenečenj.
Soorganizator: Gimnazija Ptuj
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Pet, 26. 6.
OPERNA NOČ NA PTUJU
Nastopajo: Simfonični orkester Opere SNG Maribor, Zbor Opere SNG Maribor
Solisti: Sabina Cvilak, Andreja Zakonjšek Krt, Petya Ivanova, Valentina Čuden, Irena Petkova, Martin Sušnik, Jaki Jurgec
Dirigent: Simon Krečič
Sredi starodavne Petovione se enkrat letno odvija tradicionalna Operna noč na Ptuju, eden izmed osrednjih dogodkov festivala, ki poskrbi za veličastno otvoritev festivalske sezone. Odmevnost Operne noči sega daleč naokoli in pritegne raznoliko občinstvo iz cele Slovenije in tujine, ki se zbere pod očarljivo kuliso Ptujskega gradu. Spored ansambla SNG Maribor z dirigentom Simonom Krečičem in priznanimi opernimi solisti bo obsegal priljubljene odlomke znanih opernih del, ki vedno znova očarajo z brezčasnostjo in izjemnostjo, poslušanje glasbe pod zvezdami pa obeta nepozabno doživetje, tako za poznavalce, kot za ljubitelje operne umetnosti.
V primeru slabega vremena bo dogodek v soboto 27. junija 2026.
Generalni pokrovitelj dogodka: Zavarovalnica Triglav
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo in MO Ptuj
Zahvaljujemo se: Javnim službam Ptuj, podjetju Vargasal in Gostilni Ribič
Generalni pokrovitelj 18. festivala Arsana: NLB
Pet, 29. 6. – 3.7.
POLETNA VOKALNA ŠOLA ARSANA
Mentorica: Barbara Vauda
Vokalna šola Arsana v sodelovanju z Glasbeno šolo Karol Pahor Ptuj organizira tradicionalno Poletno vokalno šolo, ki bo potekala pod vodstvom pevke in vokalne pedagoginje Barbare Vauda. Barbara pri poučevanju uporablja sodoben in celosten pristop, spodbuja raziskovanje različnih glasbenih žanrov ter razvoj avtentičnega glasovnega izraza. Mladi vokalisti bodo pod njenim mentorstvom pripravili celovečerni koncert, na katerem se bodo predstavili s solističnimi in skupinskimi izvedbami skladb različnih glasbenih žanrov ob profesionalni klavirski spremljavi.
Organizatorji: Barbara Vauda, Vokalna šola Arsana, Glasbena in baletna šola Karola Pahorja
Sre, 1. 7.
DIEGO CAETANO, MISATO HANAWA, LANA KUŠČER (BRA, JAP, SLO)
Diego Caetano je priznani pianist, ki je sodeloval z uglednimi dirigenti in nastopal na vodilnih mednarodnih festivalih. Osvojil je nagrade na več kot petdesetih nacionalnih in mednarodnih tekmovanjih. Je pedagog ter soustanovitelj in umetniški direktor Mednarodnega glasbenega festivala Ávila v Španiji. Japonska saksofonistka Misato Hanawa je znana po svoji »briljantnosti in zrelosti« in nastopa na recitalih ter festivalih po vsem svetu. Sodeluje z vodilnimi orkestri, raziskuje repertoar od baroka do sodobne glasbe in je osvojila vrhunske nagrade na več mednarodnih tekmovanjih. Slovenska flavtistka Lana Kuščer je nastopila kot solistka v Carnegie Hall, Boston Symphony Hall, Kennedy Centru in mednarodno po Evropi, Aziji in Braziliji. Nastopila je na pomembnih festivalih, posnela nagrajene zgoščenke in je znana po svojih nastopih v komorni in sodobni glasbi.
So-organizator: Imago Sloveniae
Pet, 3. 7.
KONCERT POLETNE VOKALNE ŠOLE
Teden intenzivnega ustvarjanja v okviru Poletne vokalne šole, ki jo v sodelovanju organizirata Vokalna šola Arsana in Glasbena in baletna šola Karola Pahorja Ptuj, bo svoj vrhunec dosegel na zaključnem koncertu. Mladi pevci bodo pod vodstvom izkušenih mentorjev pripravili celovečerni koncert, na katerem se bodo predstavili s solističnimi ter skupinskimi nastopi in z raznolikim glasbenim programom ob klavirski spremljavi.
Organizatorja: Vokalna šola Arsana, Glasbena in baletna šola Karola Pahorja
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Sre, 8. 7.
MLADINSKI SIMFONIČNI ORKESTER DEŽELE HAMBURG
Nastopajo: Mladinski simfonični orkester dežele Hamburg (Landesjugendorchester Hamburg)
Solist: Mark Lev Krajnc (violina)
Dirigent: Johannes Witt
Program: J. Sibelius, M. Ravel, M. Bruch
Hamburški mladinski orkester (Landesjugendorchester Hamburg), ustanovljen leta 1968 v Nemčiji, združuje okoli 80 nadarjenih mladih glasbenikov in je pomemben del hamburške glasbene scene. Redno koncertira v Nemčiji in v tujini ter sodeluje s priznanimi institucijami. Njegov umetniški vodja in dirigent Johannes Witt je uveljavljen dirigent, ki je nastopal v priznanih opernih hišah, kot so Dunajska državna opera, Finska nacionalna opera in Državno gledališče v Stuttgartu. Trenutno deluje kot glavni kapelnik Opere v Wuppertalu. Solist Mark Lev Krajnc je večkrat nagrajeni mladi violinist, ki študira v Münchnu. Nastopal je kot solist z več orkestri doma in v tujini ter izvedel več recitalov. Udeležil se je mojstrskih tečajev in sodeloval z uglednimi pedagogi, kar potrjuje njegov izjemen umetniški razvoj.
Financirano s strani: Goethe Institut
So-organizator: Emars
Pet, 10. 7.
GALA VEČER SLOVENSKE POPEVKE
Nastopajo: Simfonični orkester RTV Slovenija, Big Band RTV Slovenija
Solisti: Maja Keuc, Lea Likar Praznik, Saša Lešnjek, Klemen Slakonja, Nuška Drašček, Andraž Hribar, Veronika Strnad in posebni gost Tomaž Domicelj
Dirigent: Tadej Tomšič
Večer slovenske popevke je poklon najlepšim skladbam iz bogate zakladnice slovenske popularne glasbe. Ob spremljavi Simfoničnega orkestra RTV Slovenija in Big Banda RTV Slovenija bodo pod vodstvom Tadeja Tomšiča nastopili priznani solisti, ki bodo s sodobnimi interpretacijami predstavili izbrane pesmi iz dragocene zbirke slovenske popevke.
Program bo združil dela, ki so skozi desetletja oblikovala slovensko glasbeno prepoznavnost, v novih orkestrskih aranžmajih in izvedbah, ki povezujejo tradicijo in sodobnost.
Dogodek, ki je postal stalnica festivalskega dogajanja in vedno znova pritegne občinstvo vseh generacij, bo posnela in kasneje predvajala RTV Slovenija.
Pokrovitelja dogodka: Zavarovalnica Triglav, HSE
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo in MO Ptuj
Sob, 11. 7.
MLADINSKI SIMFONIČNI ORKESTER DEŽELE HAMBURG
Nastopajo: Mladinski simfonični orkester dežele Hamburg (Landesjugendorchester Hamburg)
Dirigent: Johannes Witt
Hamburški mladinski orkester (Landesjugendorchester Hamburg), ustanovljen leta 1968 v Nemčiji, združuje okoli 80 nadarjenih mladih glasbenikov in je pomemben del hamburške glasbene scene. Redno koncertira v Nemčiji in v tujini ter sodeluje s priznanimi institucijami. Njegov umetniški vodja in dirigent Johannes Witt je uveljavljen dirigent, ki je nastopal v priznanih opernih hišah, kot so Dunajska državna opera, Finska nacionalna opera in Državno gledališče v Stuttgartu. Trenutno deluje kot glavni kapelnik Opere v Wuppertalu.
So-organizator: Imago Sloveniae
Čet, 16. 7.
OOLLIM (울림)
Nastopajo: June Yun (vokal), Vid Jamnik (vibrafon), Gal Golob (kontrabas)
Projekt 울림 (Oollim) govori o resonanci — zvoku, ki ostaja, in čustvih, ki odmevajo v srcu. Črpa iz jazzovskih standardov, korejske tradicionalne glasbe, folka, sodobnega jazza ter izvirnih skladb June Yun. Projekt združuje korejsko pevko in skladateljico June Yun, slovenskega vibrafonista Vida Jamnika ter kontrabasista Gala Goloba. Skupaj vabijo k poglobljenemu doživetju in občutju glasbe, ki ostane z vami še dolgo po tem, ko utihne.
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Pet, 17. 7.
SATORI
Nastopajo: Ursula Luthar Matoz (vokal), Gerhard Ornik (trobenta), Kurt Haider (kitara), Wolfram Derschmidt (kontrabas), Tijan Grašič (bobni), Jure Tori (klaviature)
Satori je najnovejši projekt glasbenika Jureta Torija, ki je v več kot 30 letih oblikoval prepoznaven slog – včasih melanholičen, drugič živahen in radoživ. V tem »soulovsko naravnanem« projektu Tori odloži harmoniko in se posveti klaviaturam, ustvarja pa zvočno izkušnjo, ki poslušalca popelje v vzdušje, ki spominja na Pariz ali ameriška soul mesta.
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Sob, 18. 7.
ODPRTA KUHNA
Mestni trg bo tudi letos na poletni sobotni dan zadišal po dobrotah iz različnih slovenskih regij in svetovnih kuhinj. »Odprto kuhno« zaznamuje druženje, sprehajanje med stojnicami in pokušanje specialitet in raznovrstnih okusov. Odlične jedi in mednarodne kulinarične kreacije bo spremljal nabor dobrega vina, piva kraft in drugih okusnih pijač.
Organizatorja: Javni Zavod Ptuj in Odprta Kuhna
MEDVEDJI BLUZ LUTKOVNA PREDSTAVA
Nastopajo: Lovro Lah, Hana Krajnc, Tina Tavčar
Predstava »Medvedji Bluz« združuje znane in manj znane medvedaste zgodbe, uglasbljene s kitaro, violino, flavto in drugimi inštrumenti. Rezultat je prav poseben “medvedji koncert”, ki prinaša pravljice na nov, čaroben način in poslušalcem omogoča, da jih doživijo skozi zvok in glasbeno interpretacijo.
DRUŽINSKE ZMENKARIJE USTVARJALNA DELAVNICA
Brezplačno
Izvajalka: Ana Angel
Družinske zmenkarije so ustvarjalna delavnica za vso družino, kjer si starši in otroci vzamejo čas drug za drugega – so prisotni, povezani in skupaj ustvarjajo. Ob sproščenem druženju skozi različne ustvarjalne in zabavne aktivnosti gradijo nepozabne skupne spomine, ki jih s seboj nosijo še dolgo po delavnici.
JOSS STONE
18. Festival Arsana bo otvorila britanska soul ikona, dobitnica Grammyja in večkratna nagrajenka Brit Award – JOSS STONE!
“Eden najprepoznavnejših glasov generacije, ki z lahkoto prehaja od nežnega šepeta do ognjevite eksplozije” The Guardian.
Joss Stone si je s svojo vsestransko žanrsko muzikalnostjo prislužila svetovni sloves, odkar je v začetku 2000-ih postala globalna zvezda. Nastopala in sodelovala je z legendarnimi umetniki, kot so James Brown, Stevie Wonder, Mick Jagger, Rod Stewart, Robbie Williams, Jeff Beck, Carlos Santana, Dave Stewart (Eurythmics), Lauryn Hill, Gladys Knight, Sting, Van Morrison, pa vse do Raphaela Saddiqa, Johna Legenda, Nasa in Damiena Marleyja – zaradi česar je ena najbolj vsestranskih umetnic generacije.
Njen prvenec iz leta 2003, zbirka klasičnih soul priredb, je bila prodana v več kot petih milijonih izvodih po vsem svetu, njen drugi album, »Mind, Body & Soul« (2004), pa je vseboval avtorsko glasbo in utrdil njen status zvezde. Skozi leta je Joss ubrala raznoliko glasbeno pot in izdala vrsto pustolovskih albumov, ki segajo od R&B-ja, popa, reggaeja, hip-hopa do svetovne glasbe. S svojimi koreninami se je ponovno združila na albumu »The Soul Sessions Vol. 2« (2012), z albumom »Never Forget My Love« (2022), ki ga je produciral dolgoletni sodelavec Dave Stewart, pa se je bujno vrnila h klasičnemu soulu.
Joss Stone je veliko gostovala po vsem svetu, njena turneja Total World Tour (2014–2019) pa je obiskala skoraj vse države na planetu, vključno z eksotičnimi kraji, kot so Severna Koreja, Jemen, Sirija, Kuba in Antarktika. Posledično je Joss postala prva umetnica, ki je prejela certifikat World Tour.
Na mednarodni turneji Soul in Full Bloom ob spremljavi 9 članske zasedbe predstavlja najlepše soul bisere svoje kariere – od zgodnjih uspešnic do sodobnejših ustvarjalnih poglavij, ki prepletajo soul, R&B, blues, pop in reggae. Umetnica, ki je nastopala na največjih svetovnih odrih – od Glastonburyja in Royal Albert Halla do največjih ameriških festivalov – na Ptuj prihaja prvič in obljublja izjemno glasbeno doživetje in pravi glasbeni vrhunec poletja.
Generalni pokrovitelj: NLB
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
AFTERPARTY
Ned, 19. 7.
VAIANA KINO VRTIČEK
Igrana priredba Disneyevega animiranega filma pripoveduje zgodbo o mladem dekletu Moani, ki sanja o tem, da bi postala raziskovalka morij. Ko je njen otok ogrožen, se skupaj s polbogom Mauijem poda na dolgo in nevarno pot čez ocean, da bi rešila svoje ljudi. Projekciji filma bo sledila delavnica glasbene joge za otroke.
GODALNI ORKESTER EMARS
Nastopajo: Godalni orkester EMARS
Solist: Matej Zupan (flavta)
Godalni orkester EMARS je bil ustanovljen z namenom celostnega glasbenega razvoja mladih in tudi že uveljavljenih glasbenikov v okviru platforme EMARS. Zasedbo sestavlja petnajst skrbno izbranih glasbenikov iz Slovenije in tujine, ki delujejo pod umetniškim vodstvom prof. Janeza Podleska, priznanega violinista in pedagoga z ljubljanske Akademije za glasbo. Pri ustvarjanju sodelujejo tudi ugledni profesorji in glasbeniki, med njimi violončelist Igor Mitrović, violinistka Maja Marija Rome in kontrabasist Stevan Jovanović, ki s svojim znanjem pomembno prispevajo k umetniški ravni ansambla. Orkester redno nastopa z vrhunskimi solisti, kot je Lana Trotovšek, v sezoni 2026 pa se jim bo pridružil flavtist Matej Zupan.
So-organizator: Emars
Pon, 20. 7.
KRESNIČEK 1. DEL GLASBENA PRAVLJICA
Izvajalka: Liljana Klemenčič
Glasbena pravljica »Ta moja lučka, svetla lučka mi vedno kaže pravo pot« je prva izmed treh pravljic sklopa Kresniček. S prepletom pripovedi, glasbenih nastopov in predstavitve različnih instrumentov otrokom odpira vrata v čarobni svet glasbe. Ob tem nosi pomembno sporočilo – da nam glasba pomaga, ko iščemo prave poti, nas tolaži v težkih trenutkih in nas razveseljuje.
POSLIKAVA OBRAZA USTVARJALNA DELAVNICA
Moderatorka / Moderator: Ana Angel
Na delavnici poslikave obraza se bodo otroci spremenili v čarobna bitja, živali ali priljubljene junake po lastni domišljiji ali navdihu pravljic. Barve, bleščice in ustvarjalni detajli bodo omogočili, da vsak otrok zaživi svojo edinstveno zgodbo in se izrazi na zabaven in ustvarjalen način.
Tor, 21. 7.
KRESNIČEK 2. DEL GLASBENA PRAVLJICA
Izvajalka: Liljana Klemenčič
Glasbena pravljica »Pel je veselo, pel je glasno, majal je cvetlice, se smejal dremavim čebelam, čmrljem, metuljem« otroke popelje v svet narave in njenih zvokov. S prepletom pripovedi in glasbe spodbuja odkrivanje naravnih šumov in petja ter razvija osredotočeno poslušanje. Otroci skozi doživetje spoznavajo, kako bogat in raznolik je zvočni svet okoli nas – če mu le prisluhnemo.
POLETJE V RITMU – OTROŠKA DELAVNICA IZDELAVE KASTANJET USTVARJALNA DELAVNICA
Izvajalka: Neža Meglič
V okviru ustvarjalne delavnice bodo otroci izdelali svoje glasbilo in ga okrasili po lastni domišljiji ter nato skozi igro raziskovali ritem in zvok. S tem bodo krepili svojo ustvarjalnost in veselje do glasbe v prijetnem poletnem vzdušju.
LORI WILLIAMS BAND (ZDA, AUT, SLO)
Nastopajo: Lori Williams (vokal), Bernhard Wiesinger (saksofon), Christian Havel (kitara), Renato Chicco (klavir), Milan Nikolic (kontrabas), Joris Dudli (bobni)
Jazz pevka iz Washingtona D.C., Lori Williams, se odlikuje po svoji odrski prezenci in brezhibnem občutku za trenutek. Njen očarljiv glas poslušalce popelje v drug svet, zaradi česar je ena najbolj iskanih jazz vokalistk v Ameriki. Kot vsestranska umetnica Lori izstopa v jazzu, soulu in gospel glasbi ter s svojo skupino izvaja repertoar od tradicionalnega do sodobnega jazza. Fenomenalna pevka in pet odličnih glasbenikov vas bosta popeljala na razburljivo glasbeno potovanje po čudovitem svetu jazza.
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
JOŠT LAMPRET: NOMAD feat. URŠKA CENTA, WIYAALA & THE YAGA YAGAS
Nomad je avtorski projekt basista Jošta Lampreta, v katerem se združujejo ritmi flamenka, jazza in improvizacija. Temu se pridružuje gostja Urška Centa, ki s svojimi unikatnimi plesnimi elementi prispeva k sveži in dovršeni interpretaciji klasičnega flamenka. Tokratni nastop bo dopolnila afriška pevka in plesalka Wiyaala, znana kot “The Lioness of Africa” (Levinja Afrike), ki združuje ganske ljudske pesmi in afropop z energičnimi, navdušujočimi plesnimi nastopi. Sodelovanje s slovensko zasedbo The YagaYagas je pripeljalo do skupnega albuma Segerige in odmevne koncertne turneje po Gani. Bas, flamenco, afriški ritmi in neustavljiva plesna energija – večer, kjer se svet združi v eni sami eksploziji zvoka in gibanja.
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Sre, 22. 7.
KRESNIČEK 3. DEL GLASBENA PRAVLJICA
Izvajalka: Liljana Klemenčič
Glasbena pravljica »Tedaj so okoli njega zaplesale luna in zvezde in zapele … Komu lepše je na svetu, kdo srečnejši je kot jaz, plešem, pojem …« otroke popelje v čarobni nočni svet, kjer se prepletata gib in glasba. Skozi pripoved, petje in ples spodbuja doživljanje ter prepoznavanje ritma, kjer otroci na igriv in ustvarjalen način spoznavajo, kako ritem povezuje glasbo in telo.
OTROŠKA PLESNA DELAVNICA USTVARJALNA DELAVNICA
Izvajalka: Ana Angel
Na plesni delavnici se otroci skozi igro in gib podajo v svet plesa, kjer se ob glasbi sproščeno zabavajo, razgibajo in učijo novih gibov. Spoznavali bodo osnovne plesne elemente ter korak za korakom osvojili preprosto plesno koreografijo. Delavnica spodbuja ustvarjalnost in sodelovanje, predvsem pa ponuja izkušnjo skupnega druženja v sproščenem vzdušju.
ROCKMANTIKA, KREERA
Nastopajo: Rockmantika: Dea Muršič (vokal, ritem kitara), Zala Sitar (solo kitara), Taja Gabrovec (bas), Lara Merc (bobni), Kreera: Tia Alfirev (vokal), Blaž Žlogar (kitara), Matjaž Pogorelec (bas), Leon Pečarič (bobni), Eva Pogorelec (klaviature)
Predstavili se bosta dve sveži in energični slovenski rock zasedbi. Rockmantika je ptujski bend, ki združuje rock, smooth jazz, disco in soul. S svojo svežo avtorsko glasbo, energičnimi priredbami, vabljivimi vokali in prepoznavnimi kitarskimi vložki ustvarjajo edinstveno energijo, ki navdušuje publiko in hkrati spodbuja mlade ustvarjalce k raziskovanju glasbe. Kreera je ljubljanska indie/alternative rock zasedba, ki deluje od leta 2022. Po prvem singlu Šamar (2023) so leta 2024 izdali svoj prvi EP Kreativna Era, s katerim utrjujejo svoj prepoznaven glasbeni slog.
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
GREGOR RAVNIK posebna gostja: RAIVEN
Gregor Ravnik se uveljavlja kot eden najvsestranskejših in najobetavnejših slovenskih solističnih pevcev, ki spretno prepleta pop in operno glasbo. Njegova klasična izobrazba mu omogoča izjemen vokalni razpon in tehnično dovršenost, s katerima prepričljivo stopa v svet sodobnega popa. Njegov prvi pop album Med nama razkriva njegovo avtorsko širino ter vključuje skladbe, nagrajene na številnih glasbenih festivalih, kakor tudi povsem nove stvaritve
Kot posebna gostja se bo večeru pridružila Raiven, ena najizrazitejših sodobnih slovenskih glasbenih ustvarjalk. Prepoznavnost je pridobila z nastopom na Evroviziji, kjer je s svojo energijo in izrazito odrsko prezenco navdušila široko občinstvo. Njeno ustvarjanje združuje sodobni pop, elektroniko, art-pop in klasične glasbene prvine, zaradi česar sodi med najinovativnejše glasbenice svoje generacije.
Čet, 23. 7.
LOVORKA NEMEŠ DULAR & JASMINA TRAJCHESKA (SLO, MKD)
Janezu Matičiču ob 100. obletnici
Večer klavirske glasbe z Lovorko Nemeš Dular in Jasmino Trajchesko
Lovorka Nemeš Dular je slovenska pianistka, pedagoginja in muzikologinja, znana po solističnih in komornih nastopih po Evropi. Študirala je klavir v Ljubljani, Kölnu in Bergamu. Jasmina Trajcheska je pianistka iz Prilepa v Severni Makedoniji, nagrajena na več mednarodnih tekmovanjih, nastopa pa kot solistka in komorna glasbenica doma in v tujini. Umetnici bosta skupaj nastopili v projektu, ki je poklon vrhunskemu slovenskemu skladatelju Janezu Matičiču, ki je med drugim napisal tudi obsežen klavirski opus, ki se lahko kosa s tistimi uveljavljenih svetovnih skladateljev. Pianistki se mu bosta poklonili z izvedbo njegovih del, skladb Maurica Ravela, ter del dveh skladateljic, Biljane Bojović in Aleksandre Naumovski Potisk. Predstavili bosta tudi zgoščenko Perspektive klavirskega opusa, ki vsebuje pretežno neposneta Matičičeva dela. Izdajo in izvedbo koncerta je podprlo Ministrstvo za kulturo RS.
Partnerji: Pokrajinski muzej Ptuj, Imago Sloveniae, Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
RESONARE, STONE HEAD
Nastopajo: Resonare: Lana Levanič (vokal, kitara), Anja Kodrič (kitara), Lucy Nepužlan Hajdinjak (bas), Ajda Brodnjak (bobni), Stone Head: Teo Gabriel Potecin (vokal), Matic Semprimožnik (kitara), Luka Cerar Golob (bas), Matic Gmeiner Juntez (bobni)
Zasedba Resonare iz Ptuja in Gornje Radgone se je povezala novembra 2024 pod okriljem glasbene šole Inštrumentalko in prvič nastopila na Rock decembru vol. 2. Resonare navdušuje z energičnimi nastopi, ustvarjanjem glasbe in pristno povezanostjo s publiko. Stone Head je dinamična Rock n’ Blues skupina iz okolice Ljubljane, ki občinstvo s svojo glasbo popelje v svet nostalgičnih zvokov, nalezljivih riffov in čustvenih vokalov. Nastopili so že na številnih slovenskih odrih kot so Kino Šiška, Kongresni trg, Orto Bar in drugi.
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
TADEJ TOŠ: RESNO? Ne se hecat!
Priznani igralec in stand-up komik Tadej Toš s svojo karizmo, ostrim humorjem in iskrenostjo že vrsto let navdušuje občinstva po vsej Sloveniji. Skozi iskrene in zabavne zgodbe se dotika tem vsakdanjega življenja, odnosov, družine in družbenih ter kulturnih vprašanj. Z njegovo značilno neposrednostjo in izjemnim občutkom za opazovanje sveta zlahka vzpostavi stik z občinstvom in ustvari večer, poln smeha in nepozabnih trenutkov.
Generalni pokrovitelj: DEM, Dorssen
Pet, 24. 7.
ŠESTA VIOLINA GLASBENA PRAVLJICA
Izvajalka: Sanja Selinšek
Glasbena pravljica Šesta violina je navdihujoča zgodba o ljubezni do glasbe in narave. Skozi čarobno pripoved nas spomni na lastne korenine ter toplino domačih spominov. Pravljica nas uči, da nas vztrajnost in pogum vodita skozi še tako zahtevne preizkušnje in nas pripeljeta do veselja in ljubezni, če le sledimo svojemu srcu.
ZVEZDANA NOVAKOVIĆ ZVEN
Nastopajo: Zvezdana Novaković ZveN (vokal, elektornika), godalni kvartet: Ana Mezgec (violina), Mojca Batič (violina), Barbara Grahor Vovk (viola), Zala Vidic (violončelo)
Projekt MIDNIGHT SUN / Polnočno sonce je glasbeno potovanje pevke in avtorice Zvezdane Novaković ZveN, ki ujame čar arktičnega fenomena, ko sonce vztrajno sije čez nočno nebo. Glasba združuje njen vokal, godalni kvartet in elektroniko ter ustvarja čutne, brezčasne zvokovne krajine, ki odsevajo toplino svetlobe v noči. Poslušalce vabi, da se soočijo z notranjimi labirinti in hkrati najdejo upanje, mir ter svetlobo tudi v najbolj skritih kotičkih duše, kar ustvarja edinstveno koncertno izkušnjo.
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
NEW YORK VOICES
“Brezhibne vokalne priredbe upravičujejo sloves najbolj vznemirljive vokalne zasedbe na planetu. Zbrati tako edinstvene glasove v eni skupini je izjemna redkost, njihovo mojstrsko prepletanje barv pa edinstveno.” Boston Herald
Z dvema nagradama Grammy odlikovani vokalni kvartet New York Voices velja za enega najvplivnejših in najprepoznavnejših imen v svetu vokalnega jazza. Njihova mojstrska večglasna harmonija, prefinjena improvizacija in izjemna muzikalnost so jih popeljale na največje svetovne odre – od Carnegie Halla in Lincoln Centra do Kennedy Centra in kultnega The Blue Note. V svoji bogati karieri so izdali več kot 14 albumov ter sodelovali z legendami, kot so Manhattan Transfer, Ivan Lins, George Benson, Count Basie Orchestra, Paquito d’Rivera in WDR Big Band.
Na Festival Arsana 2026 prihajajo v sklopu svoje poslovilne turneje The Grand Finale, ki predstavlja enega njihovih zadnjih skupnih koncertov. S tem edinstvenim nastopom bodo še zadnjič razgrnili zgodbo, ki jo skupaj pišejo že skoraj štiri desetletja.
Kot dolgoletni ambasadorji Festivala Arsana in veliki prijatelji Ptuja, s katerim so povezani že od svojega prvega obiska leta 2014, se bodo New York Voices poslovili prav tam, kjer se je začelo posebno umetniško prijateljstvo.
Čustveno. Zgodovinsko. Neponovljivo glasbeno doživetje.
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo in MO Ptuj
YAREMI KORDOS CUBAN-JAZZ EVOLUTION TRIO (CU, CRO, NL)
Yaremi Kordos Cuban–Jazz Evolution Trio je mednarodna zasedba treh vrhunskih glasbenikov, ki združujejo kubansko tradicijo in sodobni jazz. Pevka in kitaristka Yaremi Kordos iz Havane navdušuje z izraznim vokalom, ki izhaja iz klasične izobrazbe in afro-kubanskih korenin. Basist Roland Abreu prinaša izjemno ritmično energijo in občutek za improvizacijo ter povezuje jazz z latinskimi in klasičnimi vplivi. Kitarist Ratko Zjaca, nagrajeni umetnik z mednarodno kariero, dodaja harmonsko bogat in sodoben jazzovski izraz. Skupaj ustvarjajo prepoznaven zvok, v katerem se prepletajo afro-kubanski ritmi, jazzovska svoboda in vplivi svetovne glasbe. Njihovi koncerti nagovarjajo tako ljubitelje jazza kot širše občinstvo, ki išče avtentičnost in vrhunsko glasbeno izkušnjo.
So-organizator: Imago Sloveniae
Sob, 25. 7.
JOGA V PARKU USTVARJALNA DELAVNICA
Izvajalka: Ana Angel
Jutranja joga za otroke je nežno in igrivo prebujanje telesa in duha ob začetku dneva. S preprostimi vajami, prilagojenimi otrokom, krepijo telo, razvijajo ravnotežje ter spodbujajo občutek notranjega miru. Delavnica je čudovit način, da otroci dan začnejo sproščeni, nasmejani in polni dobre volje.
ADI SMOLAR - DRUŽINSKI KONCERT
Nastopa: Adi Smolar (vokal, kitara)
Adi Smolar velja za enega najizvirnejših in najbolj priljubljenih kantavtorjev v Sloveniji, znanega po svojem plodnem ustvarjanju in prepoznavnem humorju. Skozi svoje pesmi in knjige za otroke nas popelje skozi vsakdanje življenje, medčloveške odnose in družbene teme, ob tem pa ne manjka kanček modrosti in zdravega razuma. Na svojih koncertih je hudomušen, kritičen in pronicljiv opazovalec sveta, njegove zgodbe pa zabavajo, hkrati pa spodbujajo razmislek in povezujejo občinstvo vseh generacij. Na družinskem koncertu bo poskrbel za nepozabno glasbeno doživetje, polno smeha in topline za velike in male.
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
LUKA ŠULIĆ
“Virtuoz, ki premošča svetove klasične in popularne glasbe z osupljivo tehnično briljanco in redko iskrenostjo interpretacije.” The Times
Svetovno priznani violončelist Luka Šulić je umetnik, ki je redefiniral vlogo violončela v sodobni glasbi. Kot soustanovitelj svetovno znanega dua 2Cellos je s svojo energijo, drznostjo in edinstvenim pristopom navdušil milijone poslušalcev po svetu, od londonske Royal Albert Hall in newyorškega Madison Square Garden do Sydneyjske opere. Po uspešni mednarodni karieri se je Luka posvetil solo poti, na kateri združuje virtuoznost klasičnega izobraževanja z izrazno močjo sodobnih aranžmajev in orkestralnih projektov.
V zadnjih letih je navdušil s svojimi interpretacijami del Vivaldija, Bacha in Mozarta, ki jih prepleta s sodobno produkcijo in lastnimi aranžmaji. Njegov slog je prepoznaven po izjemni tehnični dovršenosti, karizmatični odrski prezenci in čustveni globini, ki presega žanrske meje.
Na Festival Arsana 2026 prihaja z ekskluzivnim koncertom, na katerem bo predstavil svoj najnovejši projekt – mojstrsko glasbeno popotovanje med klasično eleganco in sodobno ekspresijo.
Energija. Strast. Virtuoznost brez meja.
Generalni pokrovitelj dogodka: NLB
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo in MO Ptuj
Ned, 23. 8.
VOKALNA SKUPINA PLAMEN
Vokalno skupino Plamen sestavljajo dekleta in gospe slovenskega rodu iz Toronta in okolice, ki zastopajo že tretjo generacijo slovenskih izseljencev v Kanadi. Zasedbo že 35 let vodi Marija Ahačič Pollak, njen bogat repertoar pa obsega slovensko ljudsko glasbo v slovenščini in angleščini, priljubljene slovenske in angleške skladbe, narodno-zabavno glasbo ter kanadske ljudske pesmi. Razen ohranjanja slovenskega izročila vokalna skupina Plamen skrbi tudi za visok kulturni in umetniški nivo ter prispeva k utrjevanju slovenske narodne zavesti tudi onkraj državnih meja.
Partnerji: Urad Vlade republike Slovenije za Slovence v zamejstvu in po svetu, Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Sre, 26. 8.
ORKESTER SLOVENSKE FILHARMONIJE
Nastopajo: Orkester Slovenske filharmonije
Solist : Nejc Kamplet (klavir)
Dirigent: Davorin Mori
Program:D. Švara, S. Rahmaninov, A. Dvořák
Orkester Slovenske filharmonije se lahko pohvali z bogato tradicijo; njegove korenine segajo v leto 1701, v zdajšnji obliki pa je zaživel leta 1947, ko je bila ustanovljena Slovenska filharmonija. Orkester, ki združuje najboljše domače in tuje glasbenike in redno gostuje na najodmevnejših glasbenih festivalih v tujini, izvaja standardni orkestrski repertoar 18. in 19. stoletja, pa tudi najsodobnejšo glasbo in glasbo starejših slogovnih obdobij ter s tem dokazuje svojo vsestranskost. Za njegovo rast so zaslužni domači stalni dirigenti, med njimi Samo Hubad, Uroš Lajovic in Marko Letonja, ter dirigentski gostje in solisti mednarodnega slovesa. Orkester bo nastopil pod taktirko dirigenta Davorina Morija, enega najuspešnejših slovenskih dirigentov mlajše generacije. Na programu veličastna Simfonija št. 9 v e-molu, op. 95, »Iz novega sveta« in pa znameniti 3. klavirski koncert S. Rahmaninova, ki velja za eno najzahtevnejših in virtuoznih del klavirske literature. Kot solist bo nastopil Nejc Kamplet, eden najperspektivnejših slovenskih pianistov mlajše generacije in večkratni nagrajenec mednarodnih klavirskih tekmovanj.
Partnerji: Slovenska Filharmonija, Imago Sloveniae, Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Čet, 27. 8.
PRIFARSKI MUZIKANTI Gostja: BERNARDA FINK
Prifarski muzikanti so etno glasbena skupina, ki že 38 let navdušuje slovensko občinstvo. S predanim ohranjanjem ljudske pesmi in drugega glasbenega izročila soustvarjajo prepoznavnost domače ljudske glasbe. Njihova poustvarjalnost temelji na večglasnem petju, ki ga instrumentalisti bogatijo s spremljavo tamburaških instrumentov, violine, harmonike in drugih ljudskih glasbil, s čimer pričarajo topel, pristen in prepoznaven zven. Ob ljudskih pesmih jim niso tuje niti svetovne zimzelene melodije in domače popevke, ki jih interpretirajo s spoštovanjem do izvirnika in lastnim umetniškim pečatom. V vlogi gostje se bo predstavil v Buenos Airesu rojena Bernarda Fink, ki je študirala na Instituto Superior de Arte del Teatro Colón (Visoka šola za umetnost gledališča Colón), svojo bogato pevsko kariero pa že desetletja utrjuje v Sloveniji in na širšem evropskem prostoru. Sodelovala je z vodilnimi svetovnimi orkestri, nastopala pod vodstvom številnih dirigentskih mojstrov, posnela več kot 50 zgoščenk in prejela več Grammy nagrad.
Generalni pokrovitelj: Pipe tech
ValoVIBE: KOALA VOICE & OKÚ
ValoVIBE ni le dogodek – je prostor energije, gibanja in ustvarjalnosti novejšega vala slovenske glasbe. Val predstavlja tok in dinamiko idej, vibe pa sproščeno, povezovalno vzdušje, v katerem se razvija ustvarjalni duh.
V letošnji ediciji se bosta predstavila dva vidnejša glasbena akterja. Koala Voice, ena najbolj prepoznavnih slovenskih indie zasedb, navdušuje z energično odrsko prezenco in nalezljivo mešanico indie rocka, punk popa in diska, z melodičnostjo, ostrimi kitarskimi riffi in karizmo članov. Nastopili so na številnih evropskih festivalih in kot predskupina legendarne skupine Pixies v Ljubljani. Energičen večer bo soustvarjala skupina Okú, ki se je pred več kot desetletjem uveljavila na slovenski glasbeni sceni. Z novim imenom je zgodba skupine Infected dobila zadnjo piko. Okú v ravno pravi meri ohranja delček stare okuženosti, a se hkrati neobremenjeno premika v nekaj novega.
Partnerja: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Pet, 28. 8.
TONY CETINSKI & MATIJA CVEK
Dve generaciji, dva izjemna vokala, en oder!
Ob zaključku 18. festivala Arsana, se bosta na glavnem odru srečali dve vokalni sili dveh generacij.
20.00h
Matija Cvek je eden najbolj prepoznavnih predstavnikov mlajše hrvaške glasbene scene, znan po svoji avtentičnosti, čustveni interpretaciji in prepoznavnem vokalu. Avtor hitov Ptice, Visine, Zaplesala je sa mnom, Probudi se, Nasloni se ter nagrajenec Porina za Najboljši pop album in Najboljšo moško vokalno izvedbo navdušuje z izjemno energijo, toplino in prepoznavnim glasbenim stilom. Sodeloval je z vrhunskimi glasbenimi imeni, med njimi Marijo Šerifović, Tonijem Cetinskim, Massimom in Nino Badrić, kar dodatno potrjuje njegovo glasbeno odličnost. Na odru navdušuje z energijo, toplino in vokalno dovršenostjo, njegovi koncerti pa so doživetje, ki združuje pristnost, intimnost in vrhunsko glasbeno izvedbo. Zaradi tega ga uvrščajo med vodilna imena sodobne hrvaške glasbene scene.
21.00h
Tony Cetinski je eden najuglednejših in najbolj priljubljenih glasbenih izvajalcev hrvaške in širše glasbene scene. Njegov mogočen vokal, čustvena interpretacija in izjemna odrska prezenca že več kot tri desetletja navdušujejo občinstvo po vsej regiji in širše. V svoji bogati karieri je prejel številne glasbene nagrade ter nanizal vrsto uspešnic, ki so zaznamovale prostor in čas – med njimi Kad žena zavoli, Ti si želja mog života, Ja sam zaljubljen, Umirem 100 puta dnevno in Onaj ko te ljubi sretan je. Njegove pesmi združujejo iskrena besedila, prepoznavno melodiko in strast, ki jo zna na odru prenesti na vsakega poslušalca.
Cetinski je umetnik, ki presega žanre – pop, soul in rock se v njegovem izrazu zlivajo v edinstveno glasbeno zgodbo, prežeto z energijo in toplino. Vsak njegov koncert je več kot le nastop – je srečanje emocij, spominov in povezanosti z občinstvom, ki mu ostaja zvesto že desetletja.
Sponzorji koncerta: Tenzor, Reseda, Pipetech
AFTERPARTY
Ned, 6. 9.
INFINITUS - ZBOR IN ORKESTER PTUJSKE MLADINE
Zasedba Infinitus je bila ustanovljena leta 2007 v župniji sv. Jurija na Ptuju. Mladi so se ob navdušenju nad petjem in ob podpori staršev povezali v skupno glasbeno ustvarjanje – najprej do petja pri svetih mašah, nato pa tudi na koncertnih odrih. Njihov repertoar poudarja lepoto in raznolikost glasbenega izraza in se slogovno opira na sodobno mladinsko glasbo.
Pet, 16. 10.
KONCERT SIMFONIČNEGA ORKESTRA IN DEKLIŠKEGA PEVSKEGA ZBORA DOLCEZZA GLASBENE ŠOLE SV. PETRA IN PAVLA NA PTUJU
Simfonični orkester ZGŠ, ki deluje v samostanu sv. Petra in Pavla, učencem glasbene šole odpira vrata v svet vrhunske umetnosti. V velikem glasbenem sestavu se mladi glasbeniki srečujejo z deli mojstrov klasične glasbe ter skozi skupno muziciranje razvijajo svojo umetniško izraznost. Orkester združuje tako sedanje kot nekdanje učence glasbene šole, kar mu daje posebno svežino in mladostno energijo. Pomemben pečat pa mu dodajajo tudi profesorji, ki s svojo umetniško izkušnjo in predanostjo podpirajo mlade na poti do glasbenih presežkov. Tokrat se bodo predstavili s klasično zasnovanim programom za soliste in orkester. Orkester vodi prof. Matjaž Antončič.
Dekliški zbor Dolcezza deluje od leta 2013, ko so mlade pevke začele svojo skupno glasbeno pot pod okriljem glasbene šole v samostanu sv. Petra in Pavla na Ptuju. Od vsega začetka jih z veliko predanostjo vodi in umetniško usmerja prof. Peter Gojkošek. Zbor se redno predstavlja na prireditvah glasbene šole in nastopa tudi širše v domačem okolju. Večkrat je sodeloval na mednarodnih srečanjih mladih pevcev Willems International Choir v Italiji, Franciji in Španiji, obenem pa goji tudi sodelovanja z zbori iz bližnje okolice ter nastopa ob spremljavi simfoničnega ali godalnega orkestra.
Sat, 13. 6.
JAN PLESTENJAK
“Not many artists can create such an intimate ambience on a big stage. Plestenjak has been doing this for years – with a feeling you just cannot replicate.” – Delo
Jan Plestenjak, one of the most well-known singer-songwriters, is the creator of timeless melodies that have touched three generations of listeners. With his signature interpretations, lively love ballads, and recognisable presence, he has filled the country’s largest concert halls and left an immovable mark on Slovenian music culture. His extensive discography spans over fifteen albums, numerous hits, and countless concerts that audiences describe as “an experience that goes straight to the heart”.
He is coming to the Arsana Festival 2026 with a special intimate concert, where he will present a musical story he has been writing for three decades through his greatest hits and newer songs. It will be a night where his signature romantic energy intertwines with the mature narrative depth that only an artist of his rare charisma can offer.
Sponsors: Perutnina Ptuj, Cestno podjetje Ptuj
Tue, 23. 6.
HIGH SCHOOL NIGHT AT PANORAMA
Performing: Orchestra, choir, bands, and soloists of Ptuj General Secondary School
At Ptuj General Secondary School, music has held a special place for many years. Students can engage in musical activities through the school choir, orchestra, and various school bands, where they develop their talent and creativity. Their repertoire is very diverse, as they explore a wide range of musical genres and regularly perform at numerous school and extracurricular events, as well as competitions. In recent years, they have repeatedly impressed audiences with their independent concerts and performances. The High School Night at Panorama will offer a vibrant musical evening, taking listeners on a journey from classical pieces and film music to rock, Slovenian popular songs, and other musical surprises.
Co-organizer: Gimnazija Ptuj
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Fri, 26. 6.
OPERNA NOČ NA PTUJU
Performing: Simfonični orkester Opere SNG Maribor, Zbor Opere SNG Maribor
Soloists: Sabina Cvilak, Andreja Zakonjšek Krt, Petya Ivanova, Valentina Čuden, Irena Petkova, Martin Sušnik, Jaki Jurgec
Conductor: Simon Krečič
In the midst of ancient Petoviona, the traditional Opera Night at Ptuj takes place annually, serving as one of the festival’s main events and opening the magnificent festival season. The echoes of Opera Night reach far and wide, attracting a diverse audience from Slovenia and abroad, all coming together under the wonderful scenery of Ptuj Castle. The lineup, featuring the SNG Maribor Ensemble conducted by Simon Krečič and renowned opera soloists, will include excerpts from well-known operas that never fail to enchant with their timeless beauty and grandeur. Enjoying this music under the stars promises an unforgettable experience for connoisseurs as well as lovers of operatic art.
In case of bad weather, the event will be held on Saturday, June 27th, 2026.
General Sponsor of the Event: Zavarovalnica Triglav
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
We would like to thank: Javne službe Ptuj, Vargasal and Gostilna Ribič
General Sponsor of the 18th Arsana Festival: NLB
Fri, 3. 7.
SUMMER VOCAL SCHOOL CONCERT
A week of intensive creative work as part of the Summer Vocal School, jointly organized by the Arsana Vocal School and the Karol Pahor Music and Ballet School Ptuj, will culminate in a final concert. Under the guidance of experienced mentors, young singers will prepare a full-length concert, presenting themselves through solo and group performances featuring a diverse repertoire of musical genres, accompanied by piano.
Organisers: Arsana Vocal School, Karol Pahor Music and Ballet School Ptuj
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Fri, 10. 7.
GALA VEČER SLOVENSKE POPEVKE
Performers: RTV Slovenia Symphony Orchestra, RTV Slovenia Big Band
Soloists
Conductor: Patrik Greblo
The Gala Evening of Slovenian Pop Music is a tribute to the most beautiful songs from the rich treasure trove of Slovenian popular music. Accompanied by the RTV Slovenia Symphony Orchestra and RTV Slovenia Big Band, renowned soloists under the direction of Patrik Greblo will present selected songs from the valuable collection of Slovenian pop music with contemporary interpretations.
The program will combine works that have shaped Slovenia’s musical identity over the decades, presented in new orchestral arrangements and performances that blend tradition with modernity.
This event, which has become a festival staple and continually attracts audiences of all generations, will be recorded and later broadcast by RTV Slovenia.
Sponsors: Zavarovalnica Triglav, HSE, DEM
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Thu, 16. 7.
OOLLIM (울림)
Performing: June Yun (vocal), Vid Jamnik (vibraphone), Gal Golob (upright bass)
Project 울림 (Oollim) is about resonance—sound that lingers and emotions that echo within the heart. Drawing from jazz standards, Korean traditional music, folk, contemporary jazz, and original compositions by June Yun, the project brings together Korean vocalist and composer June Yun, Slovenian vibraphonist Vid Jamnik, and double bassist Gal Golob. Together, they invite you to feel deeply and let the music stay with you long after it fades.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Fri, 17. 7.
SATORI
Performing: Ursula Luthar Matoz (vocal), Gerhard Ornik (trumpet), Kurt Haider (guitar), Wolfram Derschmidt (double bass), Tijan Grašič (drums), Jure Tori (keys)
Satori is the latest project by musician Jure Tori, who, over more than 30 years, has developed a distinctive style—sometimes melancholic, at other times lively and joyful. In this “soul-oriented” project, Tori sets aside the accordion and focuses on keyboards, creating a sonic experience that transports the listener to an atmosphere reminiscent of Paris or American soul cities.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Sat, 18. 7.
THE BEAR BLUES
Performing: Lovro Lah, Hana Krajnc, Tina Tavčar
The performance »Bear Blues« brings together well-known and lesser-known bear-themed stories, set to music with guitar, violin, flute, and other instruments. The result is a unique “bear concert” that presents these tales in a new, magical way, allowing the audience to experience them through sound and musical interpretation.
FAMILY DATES CREATIVE WORKSHOP
Performer: Ana Angel
Family Dates is a creative workshop for the whole family, where parents and children take time for each other – being present, connected, and creating together. Through relaxed socializing and a variety of fun and creative activities, they build unforgettable shared memories that they carry with them long after the workshop.
JOSS STONE
The 18th Arsana Festival will be opened by the British soul icon, Grammy Award winner and multiple Brit Awards recipient – JOSS STONE!
“One of the most distinctive voices of her generation, effortlessly moving from a tender whisper to a fiery explosion” – The Guardian
Joss Stone has earned international acclaim for her versatile musicality ever since she became a global star in the early 2000s. She has performed and collaborated with legendary artists such as James Brown, Stevie Wonder, Mick Jagger, Rod Stewart, Robbie Williams, Jeff Beck, Carlos Santana, Dave Stewart (Eurythmics), Lauryn Hill, Gladys Knight, Sting, Van Morrison, as well as Raphael Saadiq, John Legend, Nas, and Damian Marley – making her one of the most versatile artists of her generation.
Her 2003 debut, a collection of classic soul covers, sold over five million copies worldwide. Her second album, Mind, Body & Soul (2004), featured original material and solidified her star status. Over the years, Joss has pursued a diverse musical path, releasing adventurous albums spanning R&B, pop, reggae, hip-hop, and world music. She revisited her roots with The Soul Sessions Vol. 2 (2012), and with Never Forget My Love (2022), produced by longtime collaborator Dave Stewart, she returned to lush, classic soul.
Joss Stone has toured extensively worldwide; her Total World Tour (2014–2019) visited nearly every country on the planet, including exotic locations such as North Korea, Yemen, Syria, Cuba, and Antarctica. As a result, she became the first artist ever to receive a World Tour certificate.
On her Soul and Full Bloom international tour, accompanied by a nine-piece band, she presents the finest soul gems of her career – from early hits to more recent creative chapters blending soul, R&B, blues, pop, and reggae. Having performed on the world’s biggest stages – from Glastonbury and the Royal Albert Hall to major U.S. festivals – Joss Stone comes to Ptuj for the first time, promising an extraordinary musical experience and a true highlight of the summer.
General Sponsor: NLB
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
San, 19. 7.
MOANA CINEMA GARDEN
The live-action adaptation of Disney’s animated film tells the story of a young girl named Moana who dreams of becoming an explorer of the seas. When her island home is threatened, she sets out on a long and perilous journey across the ocean with the demigod Maui to save her people. The film screening will be followed by a musical yoga workshop for children.
MUSICAL YOGA CREATIVE WORKSHOP
Facilitator: Neža Angel
In a whimsical workshop set in a fairy-tale environment, children will develop body awareness, a positive self-image, and a sense of respect and acceptance among their peers. They will learn magical yoga techniques that focus on mindfulness and breathing, accompanied by gentle and creative singing.
Mon, 20. 7.
FIREFLY PART 1 MUSICAL FAIRY TALE
Facilitator: Liljana Klemenčič
The musical fairy tale »My Little Light, Bright Little Light Always Shows Me the Right Way« is the first of three stories in the Firefly series. Through a blend of storytelling, musical performances, and presentations of various instruments, it opens the door for children to the magical world of music. At the same time, it carries an important message – that music helps us when we are searching for the right path, comforts us in difficult moments, and fills us with joy.
MINI SPA MAGIC CREATIVE WORKSHOP
Facilitator: Ana Angel
Mini SPA Magic is a creative and relaxing workshop where children enter the world of pampering in a playful way. Through enjoyable activities, they develop their creativity and learn the importance of relaxation and taking care of themselves.
Tue, 21. 7.
FIREFLY PART 2 MUSICAL FAIRY TALE
Facilitator: Liljana Klemenčič
The musical fairy tale »He Sang Joyfully, He Sang Loudly, He Swayed the Flowers and Laughed at the Sleepy Bees, Bumblebees, and Butterflies« takes children into the world of nature and its sounds. Through a blend of storytelling and music, it encourages the discovery of natural rustling and birdsong while fostering focused listening. Through this experience, children come to realize how rich and diverse the soundscape around us is—if we simply take the time to listen.
SUMMER IN RHYTHM – CHILDREN’S CASTANET-MAKING WORKSHOP CREATIVE WORKSHOP
Facilitator: Neža Meglič
During the creative workshop the children will make their own musical instrument and decorate it according to their imagination. Through play, they will explore rhythm and sound In this way, they will develop their creativity and joy of music in a pleasant summer atmosphere.
LORI WILLIAMS QUINTET (USA, AUT, SLO)
Performing: Lori Williams (vocals), Bernhard Wiesinger (saxophone), Christian Havel (guitar), Renato Chicco (piano), Milan Nikolic (double bass), Joris Dudli (drums)
Washington D.C. native jazz singer Lori Williams is defined by her stage presence and an infallible feel for the moment. Her enchanting voice transports audiences, making her one of the most sought-after jazz vocalists in the United States. A versatile artist, Lori excels in jazz, soul, and gospel, and performs a repertoire spanning traditional to modern jazz with her band. A phenomenal singer and five superb musicians are ready to sweep you off your feet on an exciting musical journey through the wonderful world of jazz.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Wed, 22. 7.
FIREFLY PART 3 MUSICAL FAIRY TALE
Facilitator: Liljana Klemenčič
The musical fairy tale »Then the Moon and the Stars Danced Around Him and Sang… Who Could Be Happier Than I, I Dance, I Sing…« takes children into a magical nighttime world where movement and music intertwine. Through storytelling, singing, and dance, it encourages the experience and recognition of rhythm, as children playfully and creatively discover how rhythm connects music and the body.
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CHILDREN’S DANCE WORKSHOP CREATIVE WORKSHOP
Facilitator: Ana Angel
At the dance workshop, children enter the world of dance through play and movement, where they relax, have fun, and learn new moves to the sound of music. They will explore basic dance elements and gradually master a simple choreography step by step. The workshop encourages creativity and cooperation, while above all offering an enjoyable experience of spending time together in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
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ROCKMANTIKA, KREERA
Performing: Rockmantika: Dea Muršič (vocals, rhythm guitar), Zala Sitar (solo guitar), Taja Gabrovec (bass), Lara Merc (drums), Kreera: Tia Alfirev (vocals), Blaž Žlogar (guitar), Matjaž Pogorelec (bass), Leon Pečarič (drums), Eva Pogorelec (keys)
Two fresh and energetic Slovenian rock bands will take the stage. Rockmantika is a band from Ptuj that blends rock, smooth jazz, disco, and soul. With fresh original music, energetic covers, captivating vocals, and distinctive guitar lines, they create a unique energy that excites audiences while inspiring young creatives to explore music. Kreera is a Ljubljana-based indie/alternative rock band active since 2022. After their debut single Šamar (2023), they released their first EP Kreativna Era in 2024, further establishing their distinctive musical style.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
GREGOR RAVNIK posebna gostja: RAIVEN
Gregor Ravnik is establishing himself as one of Slovenia’s most versatile and promising solo singers, skillfully blending pop and opera music. His classical training gives him an exceptional vocal range and technical mastery, allowing him to navigate the world of contemporary pop confidently. His first pop album, Med nama, showcases his compositional width, featuring songs awarded at numerous music festivals as well as entirely new creations.
Joining him as a special guest is Raiven, one of the most distinctive contemporary Slovenian music creators. She gained recognition with her Eurovision performance, where her energy and striking stage presence captivated a wide audience. Her work combines contemporary pop, electronic music, art-pop, and classical elements, making her one of the most innovative musicians of her generation.
Thu, 23. 7.
RESONARE, STONE HEAD
Performing: Resonare: Lana Levanič (vocals, guitar), Anja Kodrič (guitar), Lucy Nepužlan Hajdinjak (bass), Ajda Brodnjak (drums), Stone Head: Teo Gabriel Potecin (vocals), Matic Semprimožnik (guitar), Luka Cerar Golob (bass), Matic Gmeiner Juntez (drums)
The band Resonare, from Ptuj and Gornja Radgona, came together in November 2024 under the mentorship of the Inštrumentalko music school and made their first appearance at Rock December vol. 2. Resonare captivates audiences with energetic performances, original music creation, and an authentic connection with the crowd. Stone Head is a dynamic Rock ’n’ Blues band from the Ljubljana area that takes listeners on a journey through nostalgic sounds, infectious riffs, and emotional vocals. They have performed on numerous Slovenian stages, including Kino Šiška, Kongresni trg, Orto Bar, and others.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Fri, 24. 7.
THE SIXTH VIOLIN MUSICAL FAIRY TALE
Facilitator: Sanja Selinšek
The musical fairy tale The Sixth Violin is an inspiring story about a love for music and nature. Through its magical narrative, it reminds us of our roots and the warmth of cherished memories of home. The tale teaches us that perseverance and courage guide us through even the most difficult trials and lead us to joy and love—if only we dare to follow our hearts.
ZVEZDANA NOVAKOVIĆ
Performing: Zvezdana Novaković ZveN (vocals, electronics), string quartet: Ana Mezgec (violin), Mojca Batič (violin), Barbara Grahor Vovk (viola), Zala Vidic (cello)
The project MIDNIGHT SUN / Polnočno sonce is a musical journey by singer and composer Zvezdana Novaković ZveN, capturing the magic of the Arctic phenomenon when the sun persistently shines across the night sky. The music combines her vocals, a string quartet, and electronic elements to create evocative, timeless soundscapes that reflect the warmth of light in the darkness. It invites listeners to explore their inner labyrinths while finding hope, peace, and light even in the most hidden corners of the soul, creating a unique concert experience.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
NEW YORK VOICES
“Flawless vocal arrangements justify their reputation as the most exciting vocal ensemble on the planet. Gathering such unique voices in one group is extraordinarily rare, and their masterful blending of colours is unparalleled.” – Boston Herald
The two-time Grammy Award-winning vocal quartet New York Voices is considered one of the most influential and recognisable names in vocal jazz. Their masterful multi-part harmonies, sophisticated improvisation, and exceptional musicianship have taken them to the world’s greatest stages – from Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Centre to the Kennedy Centre and the iconic Blue Note. Throughout their illustrious careers, they have released more than 14 albums and collaborated with legends such as the Manhattan Transfer, Ivan Lins, George Benson, the Count Basie Orchestra, Paquito D’Rivera, and the WDR Big Band.
At the 2026 Arsana Festival, they will perform as part of their farewell tour, The Grand Finale, representing one of their last joint concerts. With this unique performance, they will share, for the final time, the story they have been writing together for nearly four decades.
As long-time ambassadors of the Arsana Festival and dear friends of Ptuj – a connection dating back to their first visit in 2014 – New York Voices will bid farewell right where a special artistic friendship began.
Emotional. Historic. An unrepeatable musical experience.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Sat, 25. 7.
YOGA IN THE PARK CREATIVE WORKSHOP
Facilitator: Ana Angel
Morning yoga for children is a gentle and playful awakening of the body and mind at the start of the day. With simple, child-friendly exercises, it strengthens the body, develops balance, and fosters a sense of inner calm. The workshop is a wonderful way for children to begin their day relaxed, happy, and full of positive energy.
ADI SMOLAR - FAMILY CONCERT
Performing: Adi Smolar (vocals, guitar)
Adi Smolar is considered one of Slovenia’s most original and beloved singer-songwriters, known for his prolific work and distinctive sense of humor. Through his songs and children’s books, he takes us on a journey through everyday life, human relationships, and social themes, always with a touch of wisdom and common sense. In his concerts, he is a witty, critical, and perceptive observer of the world, whose stories entertain while encouraging reflection and connecting audiences of all ages. At this family concert, he will create an unforgettable musical experience, full of laughter and warmth for both young and old.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
NEW YORK VOICES
“A virtuoso who bridges the worlds of classical and popular music with astonishing technical brilliance and a rare sincerity of interpretation.” — The Times
“Virtuoz, ki premošča svetove klasične in popularne glasbe z osupljivo tehnično briljanco in redko iskrenostjo interpretacije.” The Times
World-renowned cellist Luka Šulić is an artist who has redefined the role of the cello in contemporary music. As the co-founder of the globally acclaimed duo 2Cellos, he has captivated millions of listeners around the world with his energy, boldness, and unique approach – from London's Royal Albert Hall and New York's Madison Square Garden to the Sydney Opera House. After a highly successful international career, Luka dedicated himself to a solo path, where he combines the virtuosity of classical education with the expressive power of modern arrangements and orchestral projects.
In recent years, he has impressed audiences with his interpretations of works by Vivaldi, Bach, and Mozart, blending them with contemporary production and his own arrangements. His style is recognised for its exceptional technical perfection, charismatic stage presence, and emotional depth that transcends genre boundaries.
At Arsana Festival 2026, he will appear with an exclusive concert, presenting his latest project – a masterful journey between classical elegance and contemporary expression.
Energy. Passion. Virtuosity without limits.
General Sponsors of the Event: NLB
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Thu, 27. 8.
ValoVIBE: KOALA VOICE & INFECTED
Performing: Koala Voice: Manca Trampuš (vocals, guitar), Domen Don Holc (guitar), Tilen Prašnikar (bass), Miha Prašnikar (drums), Infected: Katja Vučković Zinrajh (vocals), Taja Islamovič (guitar), Gašper Bračič (bass), David Krajnc (keys), Jure Kovačič (drums)
ValoVIBE is more than just an event – it is a space of energy, movement, and creativity within the new wave of Slovenian music. It brings a fresh, youthful rhythm that speaks to music lovers as well as those seeking inspiring experiences. The “Val” (wave) represents the flow and dynamism of ideas, while the “Vibe” conveys a relaxed, connecting atmosphere that nurtures the creative spirit.
This year’s edition will feature two distinctive musical projects. Koala Voice, one of Slovenia’s most recognizable indie bands, has quickly won over audiences at home and abroad with their relaxed yet highly energetic stage presence. Their sound blends infectious indie rock, punk-pop, and disco, marked by melodic hooks, sharp guitar riffs, and the band members’ strong charisma. The group has performed at numerous prestigious European festivals, including Liverpool Sound City, Tallinn Music Week, BUSH Budapest, Pohoda, Monkey Week, Exit, and INmusic, and even served as the opening act for the legendary Pixies in Ljubljana’s Križanke. Koala Voice remain synonymous with direct energy, musicality, and a distinctive original imprint on the contemporary Slovenian music scene.
The evening will also feature Infected, a band that confidently entered the Slovenian music scene over a decade ago and quickly established itself through success in various competitions. In 2018, they released their debut album Kolaž, and the following year, as competition winners, performed on the main stage of the INmusic festival in Zagreb. After a period of creative hiatus, Infected returns in 2026 as a refreshed five-member band, with a more mature sound, a fresh approach, and new original music, opening a new chapter in their artistic journey.
Partners: Ministrstvo za kulturo, MO Ptuj
Fri, 28. 8.
TONY CETINSKI & MATIJA CVEK
Two generations, two exceptional voices, one stage!
At the conclusion of the 18th Arsana Festival, two vocal powerhouses from different generations will meet on the main stage.
8 p.m. – Matija Cvek
Matija Cvek is one of the most recognisable representatives of the younger Croatian music scene, known for his authenticity, emotional interpretation, and distinctive voice. The author of hits such as Ptice, Visine, Zaplesala je sa mnom, Probudi se, and Nasloni se, as well as a Porin Award winner for Best Pop Album and Best Male Vocal Performance, he captivates audiences with extraordinary energy, warmth, and a unique musical style. He has collaborated with top music artists, including Marija Šerifović, Toni Cetinski, Massimo, and Nina Badrić, further confirming his musical excellence. On stage, he impresses with energy, warmth, and vocal mastery, delivering concerts that combine authenticity, intimacy, and top-level musical performance. This has established him as one of the leading figures in contemporary Croatian music.
9 p.m. – Tony Cetinski
Tony Cetinski is one of the most respected and popular performers in Croatia and the wider region. His powerful voice, emotional delivery, and commanding stage presence have captivated audiences for over three decades. Throughout his rich career, he has received numerous music awards and produced a series of hits that have marked time and place – including Kad žena zavoli, Ti si želja mog života, Ja sam zaljubljen, Umirem 100 puta dnevno, and Onaj ko te ljubi sretan je. His songs combine sincere lyrics, recognisable melodies, and the passion he conveys to every listener on stage.
Cetinski is an artist who transcends genres – pop, soul, and rock merge in his expression into a unique musical story full of energy and warmth. Every concert is more than a performance – it is an encounter of emotions, memories, and a connection with an audience that has remained loyal for decades.
Sponsors: Tenzor, Reseda, Pipetech
Sponzorji koncerta: Tenzor, Reseda, Pipetech
