Welcome to Bodø
Photo: Preben Hunstad
Odd Emil Ingebrigtsen,
Mayor
We are proud to be hosting Eurovision Young Musicians in 2024. Bodø is European Capital of Culture this year. This is the first time a city in the Arctic and High North has the honor of hosting EYM and holding this title. For a city up here in the High North, this is not something that happens every day.
You may have been told stories about the Arctic and its great nature, but you will discover that this is a region of engaged people and lots of interesting activities. We have a rich cultural life, both among professionals and amateurs. EYM can be seen as a part of this cultural life while taking place in Stormen Concert Hall, which has its ten-year anniversary in 2024.
We are looking forward to meeting all of you who will be visiting Bodø and are involved in this event, and we believe this will be a time none of you will forget. Through this competition young musicians will be able to showcase their talent to all of Europe, and I especially want to wish the young artists good luck and all the best in the coming competition.
Vibeke Fürst Haugen,
Director General NRK
It is part of NRK's mission to showcase the variety of Norwegian and international musical life. Through European Young Musicians, we have the opportunity to present performances at the highest level.
It is a crucial task for us to highlight this part of the musical landscape. Here in Bodø, we get to showcase young individuals who give their all for their passion and work tirelessly to achieve their goals.
EYM has contributed to launching significant international careers, and it continues to be a source of inspiration and growth.
In addition to being a prestigious competition, EYM is also a venue for friendships and musical connections that participants will carry with them throughout their lives. This community is an essential part of the power of music – it brings us together across borders and cultures.
We are incredibly proud that NRK is hosting one of the world's most important music competitions this year, and we are delighted to organize it in collaboration with Capital of Culture Bodø2024.
The participating countries have selected their very best young musicians, and it is our duty to ensure that the participants and the delegations accompanying them have a memorable stay here in Bodø.
This is the first time EYM is being held in the Arctic, and we have much to showcase. The setting and opportunities here in the north couldn't be better. We are confident that both the participants and the audience will be inspired by the magnificent nature and the hospitality that characterize Bodø.
To all participants, we wish you the best of luck! May the music flow freely and inspire both you and all of us.
Photo: NRK / Hans Erik Lindbom
Jean Philip De Tender,
Director Media & Deputy Director General EBU
A group of talented young musicians from across Europe, a stunning Nordic backdrop and a front row seat for everyone; what a glorious three-part harmony to this year’s Eurovision Young Musicians in Bodø, Norway.
This is an event that celebrates creativity, cultural diversity, and the universal language of music that connects people across borders. Eurovision Young Musicians has really grown over the years, offering young artists a vital stage to showcase their musical skill on an international level. These opportunities for up-and-coming musicians are not ample, and we are delighted to be able to provide this platform for emerging talent, and at such a huge scale.
This year, we have a brilliant host broadcaster in NRK, a Member who continues to demonstrate exceptional commitment to quality youth programming. Our Members have always been at the forefront of promoting cultural and artistic endeavours, ensuring that the magic of productions like Eurovision Young Musicians reaches millions of viewers. By making events like this accessible to everyone, public service media ensures that people from all walks of life can experience and appreciate the beauty of music.
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