September, first decade - International Klapa Festival

For twenty years a festival of traditional a cappella singing has been taking place in our baroque town. The word klapa means “group of friends”. And Klapa singing is a traditional form of a cappella harmony singing that originates from the Dalmatian coast of Croatia. Characterized by its melodious and harmonious tunes, Klapa typically involves a group of male or female voices singing in harmony, without any instrumental accompaniment. Its deep-rooted connection to the Adriatic coastal culture often touches themes of love, wine, homeland, and sea, making it a cherished cultural treasure in the region.

The usual competitive structure of the festival is presenting art of singing by male only ensembles, female only groups and mixed appearances. Groups of adult and junior singers from both Croatia and Montenegro are performing for three nights on the first or second weekend of September.