Musica Antiqua Praha

Czech Early Music Ensemble

Musica Antiqua Praha is a Czech ensemble that specializes in the performance of Baroque music, particularly focusing on the works from the Bohemian region. Founded by violinist Pavel Klikar in 1986, the group has gained recognition for its authentic interpretations of 17th and 18th-century music. The ensemble's approach to historical performance practice involves using period instruments and techniques that would have been employed during the time the music was composed, providing listeners with an experience that aims to be as close as possible to the original soundscapes of the Baroque era. Musica Antiqua Praha has performed at numerous international festivals and concert series, establishing a reputation for their expertise in this specialized field of classical music. They have also recorded several albums, contributing to the preservation and dissemination of Baroque music traditions.