Jean-Christophe
Groffe

Voice (bass)

Roots
I was born in Normandy, lived in Paris and now live in Basel: from the sea to the foothills of the Alps.

Study
First I studied guitar and musicology in Normandy, then in Paris – and finally singing, pedagogy and ensemble music at the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis.

Professional
I doubt, I ask questions, I search.

Why
I chose polyphony because there is nothing more exciting than working with others in many voices.

Elective Affinities
The Limits to Growth” (in a finite world), dramatically topical, necessary, as tragic as it is hopeful. I find the book incredibly beautiful, poetic and intelligent.

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Chantez gayement 2021 October

2025

September

Festival 2025 «ARCADIA»

2. ReRenaissance Festival
Fri 26.09.25 to 28.09.2025

Basel, Martinskirche

October

Brummen und Blaßen

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

Barfüsserkirche
Basel Historical Museum

November

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