Misteria Paschalia
One of the most important festivals of early music in Europe, Misteria Paschalia is held every year during Holy Week. First held in 2004 following the idea of Filip Berkowicz and organised by KBF, the event showcases the most fascinating music penned between the Middle Ages and the 18th century, performed by acclaimed interpreters of early music. The artistic director of the festival is Vincent Dumestre.
The programme recalls Christian roots of European spirituality, presenting some of the most important works by early masters alongside forgotten pieces representing important compositional and performance traditions. The festival is the perfect opportunity for musical discoveries and hearing brand-new interpretations of classical music prepared through extensive studies and reconstruction.
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For more than two decades now, Holy Week and Easter in Krakow are accompanied by the sound of early music masterpieces performed by internationally acclaimed musicians. .
This year’s festival brings together over 100 artists from all across Europe and features enchanting concerts alongside events promoting the understanding of early music and instruments. All events are held at some of Kraków’s most beautiful settings intertwining the city’s heritage with world-class performances.
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Misteria Paschalia 2025 – here’s the programme!
Eight days, ten special locations and dozens of artistic events in Kraków, Tyniec and Wieliczka between 13 and 20 April 2025: that’s this year’s 22nd edition of the Misteria Paschalia Festival, one of Europe’s most important early music festivals, in a nutshell! Artistic director Vincent Dumestre takes the audience on a unique journey through music […]
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Keybord Days – apply for a masterclass and improvisation workshop!
Keyboard Days – a three-day celebration of keyboard instruments – include not only an exhibition and recitals but also masterclasses, improvisation workshops and panels. These events form the educational part of the Misteria Paschalia Festival. Masterclasses to be conducted by Jean-Luc Ho, Justin Taylor and Pierre Hantaï are addressed to students and graduates of music […]
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Misteria Paschalia 2024. Showcasing the programme of one of the most important early music festivals in Europe.
Eight days, ten locations, dozens of events… This year, the artistic direction of the Misteria Paschalia Festival was entrusted to Vincent Dumestre, who is already very well known among audiences in Krakow as the founder, artistic director and conductor of Le Poème Harmonique ensemble, whose concerts have been highly anticipated by festival audiences for many […]
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Anniversary edition of Misteria Paschalia! Explore the festival programme | 4–16 April 2023
In the coming year, we will enjoy the special 20th edition of Misteria Paschalia, which will provide an opportunity for a reminiscence journey into the past. The programme will focus on celebrating the festival’s history, its contribution to the development of the early music sector in Poland and the extraordinary bonds that have been forged […]
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Return to the Sources. Misteria Paschalia Festival 2022
Misteria Paschalia has been discovering and presenting compositions linked with Holy Week and Easter for many years. The festival continually evolves by inviting a new director-in-residence each year. Their different experiences and interests mean that every festival is unlike the previous, and we can experience events surrounding Easter with a fresh perspective. To make sure […]
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Early Mmusic Day
For the last nine years, the first day of spring has coincided with Early Music Day. The symbolic date is no accident, since it marks the birthday of J.S. Bach. The REMA European Early Music Network has established the event as a celebration of European music of the Middle Ages, Renaissance and the Baroque. This […]
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Misteria Paschalia Festival
One of the most important early music festivals in Europe, Misteria Paschalia is held every year during Holy Week. Held for the 18th time, this year’s festival is a continuation of the journey through Europe launched in 2017. This time, Misteria Paschalia’s perambulations take us even further afield, exploring the music and culture of the Iberian […]
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