North Macedonia’s Rising Stars: Ana & Aleksej Take on Junior Eurovision 2024
In the vibrant world of Junior Eurovision, the excitement never fades, and this year, North Macedonia is lighting up the stage once again. Representing their nation with pride, two young talents, Ana Vanchevska and Aleksej Ivanovski, are ready to captivate Europe with their powerful song «Marathon.» These talented children from Bitola have enchanted their home country, and now they are preparing to make history at the 2024 Junior Eurovision in Madrid.
The duo’s participation marks another milestone for North Macedonia, a country with a long and rich history in Junior Eurovision. Since their debut in 2003, North Macedonia has shown a remarkable commitment to nurturing young talent. In their first appearance, Marija & Viktorija’s «Ti ne me poznavaš» set the tone for years to come, and while the duo finished 12th, it was just the beginning of a journey filled with hope and potential. The nation’s best achievements came in 2007 and 2008, securing 5th place twice—first with «Ding Ding Dong» by Rosica & Dimitar, and then with «Prati mi SMS« by Bobi Andonov. These successes remain a proud part of the country’s Eurovision history.
This year’s song «Marathon,» composed by Lazar Tsvetkovski and written by Magdalena Tsvetkovska, resonates with hope and perseverance, echoing the dreams of children everywhere. Both Ana and Aleksej have already made their mark on the musical stage. Ana, born in 2010, is not only an exceptional singer but also excels in mathematics, physics, and French—her academic achievements as impressive as her musical ones. This year, she proudly represented North Macedonia at the San Remo Junior Festival in Italy.
Aleksej, born in 2011, brings equal passion to the stage. He has charmed audiences in numerous music competitions, all while excelling academically in English, French, and mathematics. Their shared love for learning and music forms a bond that promises to shine in Madrid. Together, they hope to follow in the footsteps of North Macedonia’s past Junior Eurovision legends and inspire a new generation of young artists.
As the Junior Eurovision stage prepares to host these young stars, one thing is certain: Ana and Aleksej are not only representing North Macedonia, but also showcasing the resilience and talent of youth. With «Marathon,» they’re ready to run the race of their lives.
North Macedonia’s journey in Junior Eurovision is one that continues to evolve, filled with promise and passion. Could 2024 finally be the year this small but proud nation reaches the top? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure—Ana and Aleksej have already won the hearts of many.
Let’s cheer for them as they embark on their Eurovision adventure!
Source: MRT
