Musical Painters Festival in Burgas: A Symbiosis of Music and Painting

The city of Burgas is hosting one of the most inspiring cultural events of the season, the “Musical Zografi” festival. It transforms the city into a creative laboratory where the boundaries between the arts blur, and music is painted while paintings acquire their own sound. The event, which will take place in the heart of the Sea Garden, promises to be a true feast for the senses.

Over the course of several days, the public will have the opportunity to witness a series of bold and unusual artistic encounters. Among the highlights of the program is the presentation of the unusual trio of piano, gadulka, and clarinet with their project “Magia”. The stage will also welcome the exquisite “Seasons” quartet, as well as debuting young talents who will present their art to a wide audience.

Special attention is given to the participation of the Burgas-based pianist and scholar Dr. Polina Antonova. She will present two of her new books to the public – "The Archive of Dimitar Nenov. Systematizations, Interpretations, Analyses" and "Panka Pelishek and Her Pianistic School". Following the literary meeting, Dr. Antonova will delight her fans with a concert featuring works by Bulgarian composers.

The finale of the festival will be more than impressive. It will include the debut of a guitar and violin duo consisting of Teo Nikolov and Yoana Dakova. Immediately after them, Yana Lolova (piano) and Antonio Ilioski (cello) will take the stage, putting a fitting end to the event.

The symbiosis between music and painting is a key element of the festival's concept. During the concerts, the renowned Burgas artist Rumen Statkov will create art live, inspired by the sounds on stage. Viewers will have the unique opportunity to watch in real time as music is transformed into colors and shapes, experiencing a harmonious connection between two of the most powerful arts. An atmosphere of creative energy is expected in the hall, where every brushstroke will reflect the emotion of the sound.

Festival with a “Green” Heart

The organizers emphasize that “Musical Zografi” is more than just an ordinary cultural forum. It is an example of responsible culture, following the principles of the European Green Deal. With its minimal use of printed materials and an emphasis on digital programs, the event shows that art and nature can develop hand in hand. All events are held at the “Morsko Kazino” Cultural Center, located in the heart of the Sea Garden, which further reinforces the message of sustainability and environmental protection.

The festival is an open stage for talents and audiences without age and social boundaries. Everyone is welcome – from longtime connoisseurs of classical music, literature, and painting to young people who are looking for new and exciting artistic experiences. The organizers expect visitors of all ages, ready to immerse themselves in a cultural celebration where music becomes color and paintings become sound. Burgas transforms into a canvas on which new and unexpected cultural horizons are painted.

The realization of this project is supported by the Municipality of Burgas, which applied under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan, procedure BG-RRP-11.021 – Grant Scheme “New Generation of Local Culture Policies for Large Municipalities.”

Detailed Program

• September 15 /Monday/
  7:00 PM, “Morsko Kazino” Cultural Center, “Petya Dubarova” Hall
  Festival opening with the “Seasons” Quartet:
  Rosen Idealov – clarinet
  Evdokia Bobotsova – mandolin
  Milen Dzhurov – guitar
  Rosen Balkans – guitar
  Rumen Statkov paints live.
• September 16 /Tuesday/
  7:00 PM, “Morsko Kazino” Cultural Center, “Petya Dubarova” Hall
  Concert and presentation of Polina Antonova’s books.
  Rumen Statkov paints live.
• September 17 /Wednesday/
  7:00 PM, “Morsko Kazino” Cultural Center, “Petya Dubarova” Hall
  “Magia” Project featuring:
  Fani Kutsarova – piano
  Ventsi Trifonov – clarinet
  Martin Vladimirov – gadulka
  Rumen Statkov paints live.
• September 19 /Friday/
  7:00 PM, “Morsko Kazino” Cultural Center, “Petya Dubarova” Hall
  Festival finale:
  Yoana Dakova – violin and Teo Nikolov – guitar (duo)
  Yana Lolova – piano and Antonio Ilioski – cello (duo)
  Rumen Statkov paints live.