Valer Sabadus live in Halle (Saale)

Experience Valer Sabadus live on June 13th

Valer Sabadus is a Romanian countertenor specializing in medieval music, particularly vocal performance practices informed by historical research. His approach focuses on reconstructing the sound world of the 13th to 15th centuries, often utilizing microtonal intonation and ornamentation techniques believed to have been common during those periods. He frequently performs solo and with his ensemble, Mala Punica, which he founded. Sabadus’s interpretations aim for authenticity based on scholarly study of surviving treatises and musical fragments.

Konzerthalle Ulrichskirche is located within the historic St. Ulrich church in Halle (Saale), Germany. Originally a Benedictine monastery church dating back to the 11th century, it underwent significant Baroque alterations in the 17th and 18th centuries. The church was secularized in the 19th century and subsequently renovated to serve as a concert hall while preserving its architectural and artistic heritage. It is noted for its excellent acoustics, stemming from its design and building materials, making it suitable for a variety of musical genres but particularly well-regarded for vocal and chamber music performances. The hall regularly hosts events focusing on early music alongside contemporary compositions, contributing to Halle’s cultural landscape.