About

PEACE CHILD WEEK 2025

Join 200 young musicians on a journey for dialogue and change at our international orchestra camp!

Dates: 13 – 24 August 2025
Location: Brdo pri Kranju & Ljubljana, Slovenia
No Audition Required
Secure your spot now! Applications are open.

About the Camp

Peace Child Week in Slovenia, is a unique summer experience designed for young instrumentalists and singers who want to explore their musical and creative potential.

Orchestra & Choir will work on an intensive programme leading up to the The Peace Child Musical performance.

This globally acclaimed musical is set in an imaginary war-torn world, where children take charge and break the cycle of conflict through dialogue and collaboration.
Under the guidance of renowned mentors, participants will rehearse the score, develop stage presence, and explore storytelling through music and creative workshops.

Practical Information

Arrival: 13 August 2025 – Brdo pri Kranju
(For those with residency in Slovenia, arrival 14 August 2025 in the morning)

Departure: 24 August 2025 – Brdo pri Kranju / Ljubljana
(For those with residency in Slovenia, departure 23 August 2025 after the concert)

Concerts:
23 August 2025 – Križanke, Ljubljana
24 October 2025 (TBC) – United Nations Headquarters, New York (80th Anniversary of the UN)

We offer a private pick-up service from the locations to the camp as specified on the map. This service costs an additional surcharge of 20 € per person per ride.

Questions? Contact us at

orkester@smo.ngo

PRICE PACKAGE

10 days of artistic activities 9 nights full-board accommodation

750€

Includes
All rehearsals & creative workshops
2 tickets for the final concert
50€ non-refundable registration fee
Not included: travel costs

Who can apply?

Young orchestral musicians (12 – 22 years old)
Young choir singers (12 – 16 and 16 – 22 years old)
No audition required – anyone who wants to make music and create is welcome to apply.

What to Bring?

Your instrument (percussion instruments, timpani, piano, harp and double bass will be provided by the camp)
Music stand (provided)
Concert clothing (details TBA)

Instruments accepted

violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon,
horn, trumpet, trombone, timpani/percussion, harp, piano.
(percussion instruments, timpani, piano, harp and double bass will be provided by the camp)

Choir singers by voice parts

Children’s choir: soprano and alto.
Mixed youth choir: soprano, alto, tenor, and bass.

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Workshops You Can Join

Beyond rehearsals, participants will have the chance to take part in interactive workshops:

(*The organiser reserves the right to make final workshop selections and programme adjustments.)

A chance to be part of change
Throughout the week, young musicians will prepare for the grand performance of The Peace Child Musical at Križanke, Ljubljana, as part of the prestigious Ljubljana Festival. We are also working towards a special opportunity for selected musicians to perform in New York at the UN Headquarters on 24 October 2025, as part of the 80th Anniversary of the United Nations. While this performance is our goal, its realisation depends on securing the necessary funding and support.

Recipe for Success

About Peace Child Week

At the heart of Peace Child Week is The Peace Child Musical, a powerful story by David Gordon and Yusuf/Cat Stevens about young people breaking the cycle of conflict through dialogue and collaboration. Set in an imaginary war-torn world, this musical uses music, theatre, and movement to convey a hopeful message—that the next generation holds the key to a peaceful future.

This vision aligns with the Declaration on Future Generations, a call for responsible global leadership that places youth at the forefront of creating a better world. During the camp, participants will engage in workshops exploring UN themes, gaining insights into diplomacy, cooperation, and sustainability.

Fortis et honorem

How Your Week Will Look Like?

Peace Child Week follows a dynamic structure of intensive rehearsals and creative workshops, ensuring a holistic musical and artistic experience. The camp will take place in Brdo pri Kranju – a hidden gem surrounded by tranquil forests and beautiful lakes of Slovenia. The week will finish with a closing concert performance at the Festival Ljubljana.

Participants will be mentored by accomplished musicians and educators, who provide guidance in technical mastery, artistic expression, and ensemble cohesion.

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About Brdo pri Kranju

A Historic and Prestigious Location for Creativity

Brdo pri Kranju is one of Slovenia’s most important estates, known for its stunning nature, cultural significance, and world-class facilities. It has hosted diplomatic events, presidential meetings, and cultural gatherings, making it the perfect environment for an inspiring and professional music camp.

Accommodation: Participants will stay at the Hotel Brdo.

Rehearsals & Workshops: The programme takes place in the Congress Centre Brdo, featuring a large concert hall, professional rehearsal spaces, and beautiful outdoor areas for relaxation.

An inspiring setting so you can focus on your music, connect with peers, and create something extraordinary.