Pihalni orkester Zarja Šoštanj

The Zarja Šoštanj Wind Orchestra grew from strong industrial and community roots into one of Slovenia’s leading wind ensembles. In 2025 it celebrated 100 years of continuous music-making. A key cultural force in its region, the orchestra performs widely at home and abroad and appears in the highest national concert category. It became national champion in 2023, receiving a special jury prize, and is committed to nurturing young musicians while creating ambitious concert productions.