Annual Ethno-Modern Festival “KARAKUZ”

Dmitry Malikov

Composer, pianist, producer, and People’s Artist of Russia. He is the only artist in Russia to have successfully combined pop music and classical music throughout his career. He is a recipient of the International World Music Awards and numerous awards from Russian radio stations and television companies.

Sergey Zhilin and “Phonograph Jazz Band”

Pianist, composer, arranger, and conductor.

MOT

A songwriter behind such hits as Soprano (feat. Ani Lorak), Kapkan, Absolyutno Vse (feat. Bianca), Den i Noch, and the recipient of numerous prestigious music awards. He has skillfully blended elements of hip-hop, soul, and dance music into his work.

Eylül Ergül Quintet (Turkey)

In 2022, Eylül Ergül took fourth place at the Riga Jazz Vocal Competition. She currently pursues a solo career and participates in Genedos projects.