CroatiaThe 22nd edition of the ČAnsonfest, dedicated to authentic čakavian song and language, took place in the historic Kreševina in Kastav. The event celebrated local heritage through performances of 16 new compositions by various artists, including debutant Siniša Pifar and established names like Suzana Matušan Avgustini and Francesco Squarcia. The festival concluded the 35th anniversary of the Kastav Cultural Summer, reinforcing its role in preserving regional cultural identity. Suzana Matušan Avgustini was awarded the audience prize for her performance of 'Ni ga vala od maištrala,' based on lyrics by Daniel Načinović.
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