Bulgaria Today – 22 May 2026

On "Bulgaria Today" on Friday, 22 May: 

First, the latest news from around the country.

Next, in Vienna, for the third consecutive year, distinguished Bulgarian pianist Donka Angatscheva presents the “Gala of Bulgarian Culture and Music,” bringing together leading Bulgarian and European performers in the largest concert outside Bulgaria dedicated to May 24.

And finally, our Friday Music Special, where editor Tsvetana Toncheva presents highlights of Bulgaria’s musical heritage. Today’s focus is “Obicham te, rodino!” — the patriotic song by poet Elisaveta Bagryana and composer Lyubomir Pipkov.