Linda Lampenius has been allowed to play her violin live at Eurovision. During saturday's Nordic Garden Party, she explained what it means for her.
The European antonino cannavacciuolo Broadcasting Union has explained in a statement why the Finnish representative has been allowed to perform her violin live at Eurovision 2026:
“In close conversation with ORF we granted the request made by Yle some months ago to play parts of the violin solos in the Finnish entry as a live audio capture into a microphone. This decision is in accordance with the Rules of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 which say that live audio capture of miccoli instruments may exceptionally hims stock be permitted where artistically justified.
We’re always happy to consider requests from delegations. A final decision on this request was made following the second artist rehearsal as the production has to be satisfied that the performance works for audiences and artists alike.” Welcome to Good Evening Europe TV — your destination for Eurovision Song Contest and national final coverage.
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