Giovanna
Baviera

viola da gamba and Voice

Roots
I was born in Luxembourg with Italian and Irish roots.

Study
After studying musicology at Trinity College in Dublin, I came to Basel in 2011 to study with Paolo Pandolfo at the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis.

Professional
I work as a freelance, sometimes singing gambist with various ensembles. I mainly play music from the 16th to the 18th century, with excursions into contemporary repertoire. In my own “Soloindue” program I deepen the art of self-accompanied singing on the viola da gamba.

Why
Because I want to share the love of music, and because making music nourishes me.

Elective Affinities
I enjoy being with people, love good food and traveling.

Something else
Immediately before a concert, I listen to music that is completely different from what I’m going to play.

giovannabaviera.com

In Mayen 2022 May
Un niño nos es naçido 2021 November

2025

October

Brummen und Blaßen

Shawm, Dulcian, Douçaine, Rackett and Crumhorn
Sun 26.10.25 17:45 Intro 18:15 Concert

Barfüsserkirche
Historisches Museum Basel

November

Byrd and the Baron

A secret Christmas
Sun 30.11.25 18:15 Concert

Barfüsserkirche
Historisches Museum Basel

Byrd and the Baron

A secret Christmas
Sun 30.11.25 18:15 Concert

Barfüsserkirche
Basel Historical Museum

December

Advent Calendar

Daily online surprises
Mon 01.12.25 to Wed 24.12.25

Gold-printed paper calendar