Matthieu
Romanens

Voice (Tenor)

Roots
I was born and raised in Gruyère, in the canton of Fribourg.

Study
First, I studied at the University of Fribourg and at the University of Heidelberg. Then I came to Basel, where I completed my university master’s degree. This was followed by vocal studies specialized in medieval-renaissance at the Schola Cantorum with a master’s degree in medieval and renaissance singing.

Professional
I work as a freelance singer and musicologist.

Why
The interest in the music of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance came through the study of musicology. Singing this music, it became a passion.

Elective Affinities
When I discovered the songs of Gilles Binchois recorded by Dominique Vellard at the age of about 20, it made a deep impression on me. I was particularly fascinated by his vocal aesthetic.

Something else
For several years I have been interested in spreading early music outside of connoisseur circles. That’s why I created an association that organizes events in the Gruyère region that combine music with hiking or heritage discovery.

Chantez gayement 2021 October
Cantate! 2020 December

2023

October

Glickhaftig!

From Felix Platter's musical life
Fri 27.10.23 Theme 17:45 Concert 18:15

Barfüsserkirche
Historical Museum Basel

November

ぐるりよざ Gururiyoza!

With music across the seas
Sun 26.11.23 17.45 Intro 18:15 Concert

Barfüsserkirche
Historical Museum Basel