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Happy May! Did you know that the melody of the European anthem comes from the Ninth Symphony composed by Ludwig van Beethoven when he set music to the \u201cOde to Joy\u201d, Friedrich von Schiller\u2019s lyrical verse? This year marks the 200th anniversary of its first performance in May 1824. Additionally, May 9 is Europe Day, and this month, we commemorated it in various exciting ways. Did you know that students also embrace \u201cOde to Joy\u201d as their anthem? We decided to blend these two concepts with the May Session. No exams involved, just more reasons to celebrate! \ud83d\ude0a<\/p>\n
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The atmosphere on the plateau in front of the rectorate of Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje was electric during the May Session mega-event. All day, we hoped the morning rain wouldn\u2019t dampen our spirits. Luckily, the sun broke through, and it turned into a party that will be etched in our memories for years to come! Just as unforgettable as the concert of Duke Bojadziev and Friends in City Park two years ago, and last year\u2019s picnic in Gazi Baba Park.<\/p>\n Whether young or old, student or not, near or far, different or the same, UKIM suddenly became the place for all generations! We all enjoyed the music<\/a> of Pijan Slavej, Retro Cabaret, Sethstat & Marija Kaeva, Dina Jashari, Funk Shui, Dj Goce SAF and LD Pistolero with new rhythms such as \u201cSonce za tri svetovi\u201d (A Sun for Three Worlds), \u201cVo edna prolet\u201d (Once One Spring), \u201cNa chekor do tebe\u201d (One Step to You), \u201cAjde da letame\u201d (Let\u2019s Fly), and many others. We also reminisced about our favourite book titles, vinyl records<\/a>, favourite foods and drinks<\/a>, songs, and artists. Old hits with new arrangements by artists of the new generation brought us a contemporary, eclectic sound and tons of fun. Dragan B. Kostic<\/a> shared fascinating facts and anecdotes collected over 50 years, making the night truly special.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/europehouse.mkwp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10-scaled.jpg\")
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