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Nicolas Baldeyrou

Tadej Kenig

Tadej Kenig, born in Slovenia, has an impressive musical journey, with diplomas from the University of Ljubljana and Musikakademie der Stadt Basel. He began his orchestral career in 2001 and is the Principal Clarinetist at the Slovenian National Theatre Opera and Ballet Ljubljana.

His accolades are numerous, including first prizes at the Slovenian National Competition for Young Musicians and the Marco Fiorindo International Competition in Turin. Tadej has also been honored with the Prešeren Award from the University of Ljubljana.

Tadej has performed across Europe and beyond, collaborating with prestigious orchestras and ensembles. His dedication to music has inspired many composers to create works specifically for him.

Currently an associate professor at the Ljubljana Academy of Music and a guest professor at the University of Novi Sad, Tadej has shared his expertise through masterclasses at top universities like Musikakademie der Stadt Basel, Conservatorio della Svizzera Italiana, and UDK Berlin.