Banja Luka
About the Creative City:
The Creative City of Banja Luka envisions its growth through a path of integration and modernization, with a belief that culture, and creative industries are the cornerstone of sustainable urban development. Located at the crossroads ofcivilizations and traditions, Banja Luka is home to different religious communities and temples having a lasting impact on the city鈥檚 style of music. The vibrant city inspired Quincy Jones to compose a piece titled 鈥楤anja Luka鈥 in 1961.
Banja Luka鈥檚 cultural offerings are as diverse as they are unique. The city hosts cultural institutions such as Banski dvor Cultural Centre, the National and Children's Theatre, the Peoples Museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Student Theatre, the City Theatre 鈥淛azavac鈥, and numerous galleries that organize a variety of cultural events throughout the year. Besides the Primary and Secondary Music School with over 1,300 students and the Music Academy, Banja Luka also hosts the Symphony Orchestra, the Municipal Tambura Orchestra, the choir 鈥淛edinstvo鈥, the 鈥淲omen's Chamber Choir 鈥淏anjalucanke鈥, and the 鈥淩ock Symphony鈥 ensemble. From the Banja Luka FEST international music festivals, to 鈥淒emofest鈥, 鈥淏alkan Fest鈥, 鈥淎utumn Sonata鈥, and many more, the city is also renowned for its numerous music festivals and events that fill the calendar every year.
Added Value:
As a Creative City of Music, Banja Luka is dedicated:
To increase the number of musical facilities and resources to foster vibrant musical institutions;
To provide support for the organization of various musical events and activities, ensuring a thriving cultural landscape;
To promote the values and missions of the UCCN and its mission within its efforts, contributing to the global artistic and cultural community.
