Jan GRIČAR
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The JLV ligature optimizes the resonance and vibration of the reed, delivering a consistent and round sound across all registers.
It produces rich tones, crisp articulations, and powerful projection.
LA BIOGRAPHIE DE JAN GRIČAR
Slovenian saxophonist with international acclaim, Jan Gričar captivates with his expressive playing, technical virtuosity, and artistic commitment.
Winner of prestigious competitions and invited to the most renowned stages, he establishes himself as a leading figure in contemporary classical saxophone.
An exceptional artist, blending creativity, pedagogy, and musical excellence.
Born in 1992, Slovenian saxophonist Jan Gričar is one of the most promising figures on the international saxophone scene.
He graduated with honors from the Academy of Music in Ljubljana in the classes of Matjaž Drevenšek and Miha Rogina, then refined his skills in France with Vincent David at the Regional Conservatory of Versailles.
He continued his studies at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris (CNSMDP), earning his Master’s degree in Claude Delangle’s class, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in chamber music under the guidance of László Hadady.
International Artistic Career
Jan Gričar regularly performs on European and Asian stages, notably at:
➤ Théâtre du Châtelet (Paris)
➤ Salle Cortot (Paris)
➤ Radio France Musique
➤ Izumi Hall (Japan)
➤ Essen Philharmonic
➤ Vienna Musikverein
➤ Slovak Philharmonic
➤ Cankarjev Dom (Slovenia)
He has been invited to numerous international festivals:
Jeunes Talents, Nuits Musicales de Rouergue, Vox Musica (France), Schleswig-Holstein, Young Classic Europe, Rising Stars (Germany), Nei Suoni dei Luoghi (Italy), Lent, Imago, and Minoriti (Slovenia).
Collaborations and Premieres
As a soloist, Jan has performed with prestigious orchestras:
➤ Vienna Symphony Orchestra
➤ Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
➤ National Classical Orchestra of Andorra
➤ RTV Slovenia Symphony Orchestra
➤ Slovenian Philharmonic
He also collaborates with renowned ensembles such as Ensemble Intercontemporain and Neofonía Ensemble, under distinguished conductors:
En Shao, Matthias Pintscher, Aleksandar Marković, Boian Videnoff, Anton Nanut, and Marko Letonja.
Strongly committed to contemporary music, he has premiered over 20 works written for him by national and international composers.
He records regularly for RTV Slovenia and participates in various recording projects.
Competitions and Awards
Winner of numerous national and international competitions, Jan Gričar has been recognized at:
➤ TEMSIG (Slovenia)
➤ Marco Fiorindo Competition (Italy)
➤ Andorra Sax Fest
➤ Primož Ramovš Chamber Music Competition
➤ International Competition Nova Gorica
➤ Osaka International Chamber Music Competition
➤ Vienna International Music Competition
For his overall career, he received the Škerjanc Prize from the Conservatory of Ljubljana, the Prešeren Prize, and the Diploma of Honor for outstanding academic achievements from the University of Ljubljana.
He has also been a Zois Scholarship and Ministry of Culture grantee.
Educational and Artistic Engagement
As a saxophone and chamber music teacher at the Conservatory of Music and Ballet of Ljubljana, Jan Gričar is also a saxophone assistant at the University of Ljubljana.
In 2019, he became the artistic director of the SAXGO International Festival (Nova Gorica), dedicated to classical saxophone.
He regularly conducts masterclasses in Slovenia, France, Serbia, and Croatia, and serves as a jury member in several international competitions.
An active member of the Saksofonija Music Society, he contributes to the promotion of the saxophone and the development of the Slovenian music scene.
HIS SAXOPHONE EQUIPMENT
The JLV ligature combines elegant design with durable construction, optimizing the vibration and resonance of the reed.
It delivers a consistent and round sound across all registers, from easy low-range emission to seamless transitions into the altissimo. The reed vibrates freely, producing warm, rich tones and crisp articulations with powerful projection. Thank you!
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