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.
2025
January
«Was ich euch singen thu!»
The Whole World in News SongsBarfüsserkirche
Historisches Museum Basel
February
La Contenance françoise
A cappella in Binchois' timeBarfüsserkirche
Historical Museum Basel
March
Daheim bei Milán & Galilei
Lute parcours IIHaus zum Kirschgarten
Historisches Museum Basel
September
Festival 2025 «ARCADIA»
2. ReRenaissance FestivalBasel, Martinskirche