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Music School in Bulgaria’s Kotel to attract students from the Balkans

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The National School of Folklore Arts "Philip Kutev" in the town of Kotel is to open doors for gifted children from neighboring Balkan countries. The teaching staff is the best in this country, said Kotel Mayor Kosta Karanashev. Prime Minister Boyko Borissov promised full support for the idea by the government and financing of 1.95 million euros under Operational Program "Regions in Growth". It is planned to purchase specialized equipment and to complete the construction of a new multifunctional hall by January 15. A general renovation to improve the energy efficiency of the school complex has also started, it was reported.




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