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Telavi International Music Festival

The Telavi International Music Festival is a classical music event in Georgia's Kakheti region that brings together international and local musicians for concerts and educational programs. Founded by pianist Eliso Virsaladze, the festival focuses on fostering the next generation of talent through mentorship and masterclasses.

Date
Sep 19-26, 2026
Location
Telavi
Status
Recently ended
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Telavi International Music Festival

Event summary

Highlights

  • Introduction of the 'Music+' section featuring visual arts, cinema, and theater
  • Closing concert performance by founder Eliso Virsaladze
  • Educational masterclasses and 'Talks on Music' for young musicians
  • Collaborative performances with the Giya Kancheli Tbilisi Youth Orchestra
The 2026 edition of the festival, held in September, featured a series of classical performances and a robust educational program including masterclasses and 'Talks on Music.' A recurring theme of the event is the collaboration between established masters and younger Georgian musicians, frequently showcased through orchestral performances at the Telavi Vazha-Pshavela State Professional Drama Theatre.

A new initiative for 2026 titled 'Music+' expanded the festival's scope to include other Georgian art forms such as visual art, cinema, and theater. This section featured film screenings by directors like Merab Kokochashvili and Lana Gogoberidze, an exhibition by Ana Kalatozishvili, and a performance by the Nodar Dumbadze Professional State Youth Theater.

Musical highlights included performances by violinist Veriko Tchumburidze and pianist David Khrikuli with the Giya Kancheli Tbilisi Youth Orchestra under conductor Ariel Zuckermann. The festival concluded with a closing concert featuring the founder, Eliso Virsaladze.

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