President Expresses Condolences for Death of Famous Conductor
The President of the Republic, Ilir Meta has expressed his condolences for the death of the well-known conductor from Shkodra, Kujtim Alija.
Through a social media post, the Head of State praises his figure while saying he was a tireless teacher of many generations.
According to President Meta, Alija will remain in people's minds as a prominent personality of Albanian music and a symbol of Children's Song Festivals.
"Sad news for the premature separation from life of the well-known artist from Shkodra, the Grand Master Kujtim Alija, the symbol of the Song Festivals for Children.
Prominent personality of Albanian music, virtuoso conductor, energetic educator and tireless teacher of many generations with the values ​​of national art and culture, discoverer of rare talents that would shine on local and world stages, example of intellectual and model citizen of Shkodra, his loss leaves behind much pain.
Consolations to the family, the beloved Shkodra community, numerous artists and collaborators. To rest in the deserved peace," writes Meta.
Kujtim Alija holds the title of Grand Master. Recently he was suffering from a serious illness which took his life.