Schola Cantorum Basiliensis

Swiss Early Music Ensemble

Schola Cantorum Basiliensis is not an artist, composer, or band, but rather a renowned institution for early music located in Basel, Switzerland. Founded in 1933 by Paul Sacher, the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis is a leading center for the study and performance of medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque music. The institution is known for its rigorous academic programs that offer training in historical performance practice to musicians from around the world. As part of their educational and artistic mission, faculty members and students of the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis frequently engage in performances and recordings that contribute to the understanding and appreciation of early music. They have produced numerous albums over the years, often collaborating with esteemed early music specialists to bring historically informed interpretations of works by composers such as Telemann and others to contemporary audiences.