Franns von Promnitzau

The German organist, Franns von Promnitzau (full name: Franns Wilfried Promnitz von Promnitzau), born in Dresden, sang as a boy in Dresdner Kreuzchor and studied in his hometown of Dresden, conducting, piano and composition. At the same time received training in organ (Hans Otto), cello and singing. Inspired by classes with Professor Harald Vogel and through several years of concert experience at the oldest organs in the Netherlands, took place early on the turn to historical performance practice and the old ways of playing. During his studies he worked as deputy director of the Dresdner Singakademie and the Philharmonischen Chores Dresden. As the youngest conductor, he went into the history of the Staatsoper Dresden, at which he worked for 7 years as principal coach and conductor.