Ferek Petrić, Margareta

Margareta's music is characterized by its distinct impulsiveness and expressive constructions that explore the connection between the refined, the sensual and the abstract. Emotional, theatrical and experimental narratives permeate her compositions, as well as an emphasis on a critical view of the world through (auto)irony and humor. She draws inspiration for her scores from literature, art, film, satire, science, politics, philosophy, extraordinary individuals or bizarre life situations. In addition to being a composer, Margareta was the artistic director of the Zagreb Music Biennale (2019-2023), and in 2025 she works as part of the team of artistic advisors for the Wonderfeel Festival in the Netherlands. She also serves as part of various music advisory boards and is active in numerous international juries. She is the recipient of numerous international scholarships and awards, and her works are regularly commissioned and performed by renowned international festivals as well as famous interpreters of contemporary music around the world. Margareta lives and works in Vienna.

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