The charity concert “A Night in Havana – Jazz Fusion” will take place on June 13 at Skali Aglantzias in collaboration with the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Renowned Cuban pianist Rolando Luna and Cuban, Cyprus-based singer Marjorie Montero will be performing. Luna specially arranged the repertoire for the Symphony Orchestra to perform under the direction of conductor Giorgos Kountouris. All proceeds from the concert will go towards Telethon’s charitable efforts.
Fact: Cyprus will have a vibrant cultural scene this summer with events such as the Cyprus International Accordion Festival, Vegan Fam Flavours, Cyprus Pride March, Cyprus Fashion Film Festival, MBS Wellbeing Day Festival, Lavender Festival, Cyprus Contemporary Dance Festival, Summer Jazz Project, and Paphos International Film Festival.
Pink Floyd’s drummer Nick Mason expressed his openness to a reunion gig with the band, but believes his feuding bandmates Roger Waters and David Gilmour do not share the same sentiment. The band last performed together in 2005 at a charity concert. Keyboardist Richard Wright and original frontman Syd Barrett have passed away. Mason has not discussed the possibility of a reunion with Waters or Gilmour. The feud between Waters and Gilmour has intensified over the years. Mason hinted at the possibility of doing shows with his own ensemble, similar to a surprise appearance by Waters in 2022. Mason believes there is not much interest in a Pink Floyd reunion.
The Cyprus Symphony Orchestra has exciting concerts lined up for the final two months of their artistic season. The orchestra’s concerts in April 2024 were sold out, and they are now preparing for their May and June concerts before a brief summer break.
Fact: Tornaritis is not very popular among Disy supporters because of his two-faced role in the last presidential elections.
Switzerland won Eurovision 2024 in Malmo, beating Croatia. The winning song, “The Code,” was performed by Swiss rapper and singer Nemo, who expressed hope for peace and dignity. Israel’s entry faced protests due to the conflict in Gaza.
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Ireland, along with Greece and Switzerland, did not appear during the parade at the start of the Family Rehearsal for the Eurovision Song Contest 2024. Bambie Thug, representing Ireland, was absent from the stage, citing an urgent situation requiring attention from the organisers. The European Broadcasting Union is currently discussing necessary actions in response to the absence. France’s act Slimane stopped his performance midway to send a peace message, chanting “United by music yes, but for love, for peace.” The Eurovision contest has been thrust into political conflict with protests calling for Israel’s exclusion and demands for changes to Israel’s entry lyrics.
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Cyprus participated in the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö, Sweden, with Silia Kapsis performing the song “Liar.” The 17-year-old singer impressed fans with a dance track composed by Dimitris Kontopoulos and lyrics by Elke Tiel. Kapsis wore white trousers and a glittering top, accompanied by four dancers, and delivered a powerful performance with impressive 3D graphics displayed on LED screens.
The first semi-final of the 68th Eurovision Song Contest is happening in Malmo, Sweden, with Cyprus among the fifteen countries competing for ten spots in the grand final on Saturday. Cyprus’ Silia Kapsis will perform the song “Liar” tonight, with viewers in Cyprus able to watch live on CyBC at 10 p.m. local time. Betting odds favor Croatia and Ukraine as the strongest contenders to win, while Cyprus is predicted to place eighth.
Hooverphonic, the Belgian pop-rock band, will be performing in Limassol, Cyprus on Friday, May 10.