Vox Præterita

Early music ensemble performing repertoire of the Renaissance and early Baroque eras on period instruments. Based in Basel, Switzerland, and particularly fond of parodic works on Latin canti firmi and Italian instrumental compositions. Indrė Kučinskaitė, Benedetta Ceron - cornetto BJ Hernandez - sackbut Weronika Paine - historical keyboards Vox Præterita has been initiated by four musicians working together since 2020. Education at the renowned Schola Cantorum Basiliensis in Switzerland has provided polishing touches to their different musical personalities, tempering them into a well-bound, vibrant group of dynamic interaction and exchange. Extensive experience of each ensemble member in playing multiple instruments serves the long-term artistic purpose of broadening their musical perspective, as well as deepening their expertise in each consecutive field.

The musicians approach the little-known repertoire of the 16th- and early 17th-century from various perspectives, confronting the current standards of the Early Music stage with the rich cultural background of their continents of origin. The group’s areas of activity are always backed up with historically informed research, not merely covering the performance practice, but also delving into the broader socio-historical and artistic contexts. Interest in such areas as literature, fine arts, royal studies, or historical pedagogy enriches the musical creation of Vox Præterita, at the same time not concealing practical elements of contemporary music-making from their sight. Ensemble Vox Præterita strives to display their profound passion for Early Music and to present it in a universally engaging fashion, drawing the attention of music amateurs and satisfying the taste of professionals in the field alike. Committed to excellence, the four musicians gladly welcome new opportunities of interactions with international audiences to expand their interest in the music of the Renaissance and early Baroque eras. Background photo by Martin Chiang.