“Halit Kasapolli” High School of Music (in Peja)

Inspiration…? Concept…?

Undoubtedly, music – more precisely, the piano as its epitome – served as the foundation of this project. Yet, equally significant is the city of Peja, with its striking geographical position at the entrance to the Bjeshkët e Nemura (Albanian Alps). This powerful natural silhouette, combined with the timeless beauty of classical music, inspired the conceptualization of this unique structure.

It aspires to embody the well-known words of the German poet J.W. Goethe: “Architecture is frozen music,” and further, “the spiritual state that emanates from architecture approaches the effect of music.”

Though modest in budget, this project holds profound significance in the context of our 25 years of professional creativity. It marks our first endeavor in Peja – the city of my ancestors – making it, in essence, a legacy for the legacy. More than just a structure, I hope it will serve as a gift from one artist to another, supporting generations of musicians, singers, and young creatives from Peja and beyond.

This city has given the world remarkable talents, including Ehat Musa, Xhevdet Sahatqiu, Petrit Çeku, as well as Rita Ora (Sahatqiu) and Dua Lipa. May this space honor their legacy and inspire future artists to follow in their footsteps.