The Eurovision Song Contest has started. It takes place in the city Vienna. 15 countries sang on Tuesday in the first semi-final. Only 10 countries move to the next round.
Greece, Finland and Israel are in the final. Sweden, Moldova and Serbia made it too. Croatia, Lithuania, Belgium and Poland are also there. 5 countries left the contest.
Vicky Leandros opened the show. She is a famous singer. She sang her old song from 1967. Victoria Swarovski and Michael Ostrowski hosted the evening.
Sarah Engels performed for Germany. She sang the song Fire. Germany is already in the final. Her performance was out of competition. She made a brave jump of 2 meters.
Noam Bettan sang for Israel. Many people spoke about Israel before. There is trouble because of politics. But he got much applause in the hall. He sang a beautiful love song.
The mood in Vienna is very good. Many fans celebrate in the city. The big final is on May 16. Then all winners sing against each other.
