About us
Slovenski oktet first sang in 1951 at the Slovenian Philharmonic, and ever since it has been regarded as the most representative Slovenian male vocal chamber ensemble.
The octet’s repertoire is exceptionally broad and diverse – from the Renaissance to folk songs of all nations, from Classicism and Romanticism to works by contemporary composers. It devotes special care to Slovenian song, which it presents with particular passion both at home and among fellow Slovenians around the world.
Over more than seven decades, its distinctive vocal culture and exceptional artistry have helped shape Slovenian choral culture. During this time, more than 40 singers, with boundless energy and a love of singing, have helped build this Slovenian cultural legend.
Line-up
Line-up
Since spring 2019, the ensemble has been performing in a new line-up.
1st tenor
Andrej Oder
Member since 2019
1st tenor
Rok Ferenčak
Member since 2018
2nd tenor
David Jagodic
Member since 2018
2nd tenor
Janez Triler
Member since 1996
baritone
Jože Vidic
Member since 1996
baritone
Darko Vidic
Member since 2010
bass
Janko Volčanšek
Member since 2002
bass
Matej Voje
Member since 1996
Awards
Awards and honours
1957
Prešeren Award
1964
Prešeren Award
1971
Award of the Society of Slovene Composers
1971
Initiative for the Gathering of Slovenian Choirs
1975
Drabosnjak Award
1984
Orlando di Lasso Award
1996
Golden Order of Freedom of the Republic of Slovenia
2007
Publication of Boris Pangerc’s book “Slovenski oktet”
2016
Honorary Award of the World Slovenian Congress
Legacy
Over the decades, the outstanding reputation of Slovenski oktet has inspired the formation of many other vocal ensembles. Following its example, more than a hundred such chamber ensembles have been founded in Slovenia and among the Slovenian communities in neighbouring countries, preserving this noble tradition.
In 1971, Slovenski oktet initiated the founding of the Gathering of Slovenian Choirs in Šentvid pri Stični, which to this day brings together thousands of singers from Slovenia and all over the world.