The President of the Republic of Macedonia, Dr. Gjorge Ivanov, received today, at the Villa Biljana in Ohrid, the world famous opera diva Elena Mosuc, tenor Calin Bratescu and conductor Nicolae Moldoveanu, who will perform accompanied by the Macedonian Philharmonic Orchestra at the opening the 58th edition of the Ohrid Summer Festival, as well as the organizers of the festival.

In the wake of tomorrow's opening of the Ohrid Summer Festival, the Macedonian President expressed satisfaction with this year's rich program, noting that this prestigious Macedonian festival continuously contributes to the promotion of Macedonian culture, music and art in the world, and at the same time, brings the most important world music achievements to the Macedonian audience.

President Ivanov welcomed the top musicians from Romania, opera singer Elena Mosuc, tenor Calin Bratescu and conductor Nicolae Moldoveanu, and wished them a successful performance at tomorrow's opening of the festival.

The Macedonian President said that Ohrid, as a place with a long spiritual and cultural tradition, through the Ohrid Summer Festival further enriches the city's tourist offer.

Expressing gratitude for the meeting with the Macedonian President, the music artists expressed satisfaction with the invitation and with their stay in Macedonia, as well as with the opportunity to perform at this popular festival in Europe.

At the meeting, the organizers of the festival informed President Ivanov of the course of the activities and of the annual program of the Ohrid Summer Festival, which includes over 45 performances by domestic and foreign artists, including over 35 musical performances, 8 theater plays and several art exhibitions.

By August 20th, the Republic of Macedonia and Ohrid will host over 800 top artists, performers and authors from 27 countries from all over the world, from Great Britain, Canada, Russia, Spain, Italy Romania, France, Poland and other.

Ohrid Summer Festival is traditionally held under the auspices of the President of the Republic of Macedonia.