Kyrgyz artists invited to festival in Samarkand

12:25, 22 февраля 2017, Bishkek - 24.kg news agency , Anastasia MOKRENKO

Artists from Kyrgyzstan were invited to the International Music Festival «Shark taronalari» (Melodies of the East) in Samarkand. Press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information and Tourism of the Kyrgyz Republic reported.

According to it, the best stages of this ancient city will be provided to the artists from around the world.

Expenses related to accommodation, meals and local transportation are covered by the directorate of the festival. International transport costs are taken up by the sending party.

Contest for the best performance of national songs and instrumental music, performances of participants in the concert halls, the ceremony of awarding the winners of the festival and a gala concert, as well as a tour to the sights of the city of Samarkand will take place within the festival.

Contestants will be assessed by an international jury. Grand Prix is $ 10,000.

Those wishing to participate should contact the Art Development Department of the Kyrgyz Ministry of Culture: 0312 62-34-97.