Festivali I Këngës 11

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RTSH, the exclusive broadcaster of Festivali i Këngës
RTSH, the exclusive broadcaster of Festivali i Këngës

Festivali i Këngës 11 (the 11th Song Festival) took place in December 22-25, 1972 in Tirane, Albania, and was organized and produced by RTSH. The Albanian dictator of the time Enver Hoxha perceived the organizers of the event to be "Enemies Of The Public", a name given to all the subjects who he considered a danger to the country. Unfortunately, many of them were murdered after being accused of endangering the country's mentality by introducing an immoral aspect to the show, and plotting against the government by influencing the Albanian youth. The claims were out of context and these murders were used as an example and a statement for future organizers. A book has been dedicated to this event; Festivali i Njëmbëdhjetë (The 11th Festival) by Skifter Këlliçi.

[edit] The Singers

  • Lefter Agora
  • Justina Aliaj
  • Bashkim Alibali
  • Iliriana Carcani
  • Petrit Dobjani
  • Valentina Gjoni
  • Liliana Kondakci
  • Sherif Merdani
  • Dorian Nini
  • Shkelqim Pashollari
  • Suzana Qatipi
  • Ema Qazimi
  • Francesk Radi
  • Zija Saraci
  • Ilmi Sino
  • Lindita Sota (Theodhori)
  • Tonin Tershana
  • Vace Zela