Oslo World festival started with a very special and emotional opening concert Utopian Lullabies showcasing amazing performances from a host of female singers. The performance was curated by Spanish actress Rossy de Palma. We could see on stage Silvia Perez Cruz, Natacha Atlas, Hindi Zahra, Liniker, Ane Brun, Ayo and de Palma herself.
"It was the perfect launch for a programme that contemplated ‘Utopia’; it was exactly the show of love, unity and compassion that would make such an ideal achievable." Songlines
At Cosmopolite we hosted concerts of such stars during this year's festival: Marja Mortensson, Daniel Herskedal & Trondheimsolistene,Natacha Atlas, Liniker e os Caramelows, Bombino, Tinariwen.
The excellent polish bass-player Kinga Głyk, who will perform at Cosmopolite on the International Women’s Day on March 8th, got the opportunity to lead her band at a young age. This experience helped her become more confident and aware of her own opinions and desires. As a result, it made her a better person, she says in this interview.
Cosmopolite Scene are looking for dedicated volunteers who want to be part of an inspiring environment and contribute to creating amazing musical experiences. We want to expand our family, and we need your help!
This years festival lasted for three days, and each one was different from the other. The emotions that accompany listening to live music and the emotions of artists playing for the first time since months on stage, were enormous. We are greatful for the meeting with the artists of Djangofestivalen family, and the exchange of energy was the most wonderful part of the experience.
We thank our audience in Oslo for coming and for still feeling the love for string swing and the essence of Django Reinhardt.