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Slovenia Music plays an important part in enriching the culture of the country. Music of Slovenia has been considerably influenced by the musical forms of other European countries like Austria and Germany. Contemporary Slovenian music features several world renowned musical bands.
Folk music of Slovenia is commonly associated with a type of polka. The Avsenkin is a music band of Slovenia who have popularized a specific type of Slovenian folk music not only in Slovenia but in other parts of the world. Their folk songs are a celebration of local life, that paint a lush picture of the Slovenian countryside. The soothing tunes and melody of their folk songs have captured many a hearts.
The world of music in Slovenia has witnessed the growing phenomenal popularity of two music bands, Siddharta and Laibach. Several other music composers and performers have contributed towards the development of Slovenia music. These musicians have also won international accolades. Mitja Vrhovnik Smrekar is a Slovenian musician who is making his mark in the field of theater music. Aldo Kumar of Slovenia is yet another accomplished musician. The enthralling musical works of Vinko Globokar has garnered a wider European audience for Slovenian music.
Slovenia music is celebrated through a number of music festivals that the country hosts. The Ljubljana Summer Festival is participated by well known classical musicians. The Ljubljana Jazz Festival on the other hand is a celebration of jazz music. The Druga Godba Festival is an equally popular Slovenia music festival.
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