Hundreds join patriotic song festival at Moldovan parliament
About 500 performers gathered outside Moldova's parliament on Friday to celebrate national identity and heritage during the biannual patriotic song festival, drawing participants and spectators from across the country.
Generations united through song
The gala of the national music festival-contest "Te cânt, patrie și neam" ("I Sing to You, Homeland and Nation") brought together children, teenagers, and adult artists selected through a nationwide competition. The open-air concert in central Chisinau served as a platform connecting multiple generations through musical tradition.
Among the performers was the Unfolk guitar ensemble from Ungheni, last year’s contest winners, who performed "Steagul Libertății" ("The Flag of Liberty"). The piece was composed and written by the group's coordinator.
“It is vital that the younger generation is taught to cherish and sing for their homeland, nation, and heritage,” said Aliona Leșanu, coordinator of the Unfolk ensemble.
The Capriccio children’s choir from the southern city of Cahul took the stage wearing ribbons in the colors of the national flag, performing composer Eugen Mamot’s piece "Trei culori originale" ("Three Original Colours").
“The piece highlights the national symbols of the Republic of Moldova, specifically the tricolour flag and what each colour stands for,” said Svetlana Mihnea, conductor of the Capriccio choir.
Preserving cultural heritage
The festival attracted audiences from across Moldova, including spectators traveling hundreds of kilometers from the village of Etulia in the southern autonomous region of Gagauzia, as well as diaspora members visiting after decades abroad.
Organized twice a year, in spring and autumn, the event was established following an initiative by maestro Victor Nevoie to cultivate patriotic music among youth.
“Our society needs projects like this to promote patriotic music and civic pride among young people,” said organizer Elena Marian.
Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu, who attended the gala, commended the initiative and the high artistic standard of the participants.
“Year after year, this event becomes better organized and more inspiring,” said Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu. “Patriotic music celebrates our traditions and showcases the remarkable talent of our children.”
Translation by Iurie Tataru
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