Nejc Lavrenčič is active as a solo pianist, chamber musician and voice accompanist. He holds concerts in chamber partnership with internationally acclaimed artists. In addition to devoting his time to teaching, he has served as artistic director of the PerArtem Arts Institute (which he co-founded) and the Samospevanje (“Lied-singing”) concert series. He teaches piano at a private music school in Ljubljana, and regularly gives masterclasses.

Nejc Pipp is a singer, songwriter and producer whose sound revolves around a captivating fusion of R&B, jazz, electronic, and ambient music. With a soulful voice that effortlessly navigates the intricate realms of R&B, Pipp weaves melodic narratives that resonate with emotional depth. His compositions, a delicate dance between jazz harmonies and electronic beats, conjure a singularly mesmerising vibe. In 2024, Pipp is set to make an impactful entry into the live music scene with his debut live performance at MENT. The highly anticipated event brings the premiere of his new album Entropy, out on 9 January 2024, which offers a glimpse into Pipp's artistic prowess and his ability to seamlessly blend genres into a harmonious whole.

Nejc Škofic is a Slovenian jazz pianist and composer known for his expressive playing and versatility. He leads the Nejc Škofic Trio and collaborates with various ensembles, including the project Fidelio alongside Žiga and Peter Smrdel. In 2024, he joined the renowned Slovenian rock band Siddharta as their keyboardist, replacing Tomaž O. Rous. Škofic also performs with the legendary Slovenian jazz-rock artist Janez Bončina Benč. Additionally, he is part of the international ensemble Wiyaala & The YagaYagas, collaborating with Ghanaian singer Wiyaala and Slovenian musicians Miha Petric, Jošt Lampret, and Žiga Kožar. Together, they recorded the album Segerege, slated for release in 2024. Škofic also teaches jazz piano at the Conservatory of Music and Ballet Ljubljana.  

Works by composer Nenad Firšt have been performed at concerts and festivals in Europe, North and South Americas, Asia and Australia. As well as devoting his time to composing, Firšt is in charge of musical activities at the Celeia Institute, and has served as artistic director and conductor of the Celje String Orchestra and President of the Society of Slovenian Composers.

Neofonía is a Ljubljana-based ensemble bringing together top Slovenian instrumentalists who are passionate about contemporary music. Since its establishment in 2010, Neofonía has introduced a number of important and groundbreaking works to local audiences by some of the most influential composers of the last 70 years, as well as music by exciting younger composers. Neofonía has performed at every edition of the Koper Biennale since its inception in 2012, as well as at the World Music in Ljubljana Days (2015), the Sonemus Festival in Sarajevo and in NOSPR Concert Hall in Katowice. Neofonía was also the resident ensemble for the inaugural Ljubljana New Music Forum in 2020. The ensemble’s founder and artistic director is Steven Loy.

Formed in Kranj in 2018, Neuromancer is a synthwave duo and an extremely rare breed among the younger generation of Slovenian bands. Inspired by the rise of synth-based music of the past decade and movies from the 80s, the band’s aesthetic is a mix of old and new ingredients. Powerful guitar riffs are combined with soaring synth melodies, all fused into an alluring retrofuturistic package. With the aim to deliver to audiences a fully immersive experience, their live performances are accentuated by a synchronized light show that conjures a special atmosphere.

Neville Hall was born in 1962 in Wellington, New Zealand. He studied composition at Auckland University with John Rimmer and John Elmsly, His works have been performed at festivals and concerts in Europe, USA, Australia and New Zealand. Since 1993, Neville has lived in Ljubljana, Slovenia, where he is active as a freelance composer. Neville has represented New Zealand three times at the ISCM World Music Days, most recently in Beijing in 2018. In 2020, he released a CD of his music entitled Or looked back to the flowing,

The Ljubljana New Music Forum is a contemporary music festival that, despite its limited concert activity, manages to address followers of contemporary musical expression. The Forum engages Slovenian professional musicians in its in-house New Music Forum Ensemble, which, together with foreign musicians, performs a programme including many premieres of new works created in Slovenia.

The New Swing Quartet from Šentjurje was active from 1968 to 2008 and performed a repertoire mostly based on gospel music The Quartet regrouped in 2008 to celebrate their 50th anniversary at sold-out venues and has since continued to perform.

Niet is a legendary Slovenian punk-rock band, formed in the 1980s. With their energetic sound and socially charged lyrics, they became pioneers of the Slovenian punk movement. Songs like Depresija and Lep dan za smrt have left a lasting impact on generations. After several breaks, they reunited and continue to perform, maintaining their raw energy and uncompromising expression. Their music remains a symbol of rebellion and authenticity.