Recently, there was a story about a young violinist from Tuzla, Aida Residbegovic, who was supposed to represent Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) in the world at her own expense, because she encountered closed doors in all relevant institutions.
After that story, she received significant support only from the Government of Tuzla Canton (TC), and she returned from the United States (U.S.) with an unforgettable experience.
A 16-year-old violinist from Tuzla, Aida Residbegovic, returned from New York, where she performed at the International Youth Music Competitions (IYMC) as the only representative of BiH.
”I’m satisfied with how I played, I’m satisfied with the organization of the whole concert, the hall was incredible, and especially New York, it’s really magical to see,” Aida Residbegovic stated, violinist and student of the Secondary Music School in Tuzla.
Aida has won more than 20 first place and special awards in BiH and around the world, including last year’s award, also in the U.S., where her talent is extremely appreciated.
”She’s one of our multiple award winners from last year, and now we’re seeing her here in New York. All the best in your future career. Please let’s stay in touch. What a talent,” Dr. Adriana Janse van Rensburg said, Executive Officer at IYMC.
Given that all the financial and logistical burden of organizing travel and stay was on the parents, they sent appeals to all levels of government in the country.
”The cantonal government was the only one listening for now, and thanks to everyone who answered. Unfortunately, some did not even answer the requests. What can we do,” Bakir Residbegovic said, Aida’s father.
Unfortunately, this is the reality in BiH. Aida is not the only talented young person who does not receive support from the authorities, because young successful people have not been among the priorities for a long time. Although we will listen opposite things more and more, as we have been listening since the beginning of the election campaign. As usual.
