After yesterday’s first semi final where 15 artists performed and showcased their talent, today we got to enjoy another spectacular night. The remaining 15 songs were performed live on stage and the lineup of 30 songs competing for the ticket to Basel is now complete. With the closing of the second night of Fest 63, the audience in the hall and millions of TV viewers of RTSH and all over the world are ready to choose their favorites for the Grand Final on Sunday, December 22nd.
The second night was just as successful as the first. All 15 contestants gave spectacular performances, synchronizing with the RTSH Symphony Orchestra led by the following conductors: Shpëtim Saraçi, Alfred Kaçinari, Markeljan Kapedani, Oleg Arapi, Olsi Qinami, Armando Broshka and Lirjona Sylejmani, as well as the band led by the singer-songwriter, Elton Deda.
A special moment on the second night of Fest 63 was the moment when Aleksandër Gjoka sang two songs well known to the Albanian public and beyond, as a special guest. His connection to the festival dates back to the 90s. As he performed “Walking in the rain” and “Winter day”, viewers in the audience sang along creating a magical atmosphere for everyone present in the venue.
Tonight, just like yesterday, the voice was given to an important phenomena that affects our society. Brixhida Muça shared messages of strength and empowerment to all mothers who have lost their children, or who are struggling with emotional pain, illnesses and similar.
Furthermore, the ballerina Klaudia Pepa on the delicate soles of her feet, supported by a monologue that she interpreted herself, achieved a perfect combination of elements, which not only brought emotions to the venue but also gave class to her stage performance at Fest 63.
Here is the list of tonight’s performance with the corresponding links:
- Mal Retkoceri – “Antihero”
- Klea Dina – “Dashuri ndiej” (I feel love)
- Devis Xherahu – “Ka momente” (There are moments)
- Vesa Smolica – “Lutem” (Please)
- Algert Sala – “Bosh” (Empty)
- Gresa Gjocera – “E vërteta” (The truth)
- Frensi Revania – “Rreziko” (Gamble)
- Endrik Beba – “Ishe ti” (It was you)
- Epos – “Kurajo dhe Zjarr” (Courage and fire)
- Laorjan Ejlli & Adelina Correj – “A thu!” (Did you say)
- Santino de Bartolo – “Kur nata vjen si bora” (When the night comes like snow)
- Rea Nuhu – “Sot” (Today)
- Elvana Gjata – “Karnaval” (Carnival)
- Stine – “E kishim nis” (We had started it)
- Gjergj Kaçinari – “Larg jetës pa ty” (Away from life without you)
Additionally, the hosts revealed the members of the professional jury who will decide which 15 artists will advance to Sunday’s grand final. The jury members are:
- Zana Çela
- Ylljet Aliçka
- Alma Bektashi
- Florent Boshnjaku
- Jonida Maliqi
- Merita Rexha Tërshana
- Ramona Tullumani
The grand final of the 63rd Festivali i Këngës will take place on Sunday, December 22, at 9:30 PM, where Albania’s next Eurovision representative will be revealed.
Stay tuned for tomorrow’s nostalgia night of Festivali i Këngës, where contestants will perform classic songs from the history of FiK and Eurovision.
What do #YOU think about the first batch of performances? Who do #YOU think will take the crown? Let us know on social media @ESCUnited, on our Discord, or on our forum page!
