Nikollë Nikprelaj

Nikollë Nikprelaj
Born Tuzi, Montenegro
Genres Albanian folkloric

Nikollë Nikprelaj (Montenegrin: Nikola Nikpreljaj) is an Albanian singer from Tuzi, Montenegro. Nikprelaj began his professional career in his late teens. He is now the lead singer for the Albanian folk group "Besa Trieshit", which has won first place in Albanian concerts and festivals in Montenegro, Kosovo and Albania. Nikprelaj plays several traditional instruments, including the lahuta, çiftelia, sharkia, and the bylbyli (flute).[1] He plays traditional Albanian music featuring his instruments and vocals.[2]

Nikprelaj took second place in the song contest Polifestit 2008 and the RTV21 award for his song "Syrin mos ia shkel" (translated "Eye Not to Tread").[3] He also performs concerts to provide humanitarian aid to organizations benefiting children with special needs.[4]

Discography

Albums

References

  1. "Biography and discography-Nikollë Nikprelaj" (in Albanian). Illyrian.com. 17 September 2008. Retrieved 28 January 2010.
  2. Sinclair, David (7 June 1997). "Music Acts as a Healing Force in the Balkins". Billboard. p. 92. Retrieved 28 January 2010.
  3. "Second Night "Polifestit 2008": Violeta Kukaj takes first prize". Kosova Sot (in Albanian). 14 June 2008. Retrieved 28 January 2010.
  4. Gjokaj, Muhammad (26 October 2009). "Humanitarian Concerts by Nikollë Nikprelaj" (in Albanian). Malesia Forum. Retrieved 28 January 2010.

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