Jiří Pavlica & Hradišťan is a unique musical ensemble known for its exceptional artistic and interpretive quality, an unusually broad genre range, and a non-traditional repertoire. While deeply rooted in folk tradition—especially in its early years—the ensemble has been an indispensable part of Czech musical culture for several decades.
Performing on both domestic and international stages, they are a hallmark of quality and inventive, diverse dramaturgy.Their artistry and ability to engage in musical dialogues with artists across various genres and cultures—discovering new worlds for themselves and their audiences alike—are truly unmistakable. Equally iconic is the spontaneous, wise, and gracious narration by Jiří Pavlica, who has led Hradišťan since 1978.
Hradišťan Line-up:
Jiří Pavlica (violin, vocals)
Alice Holubová (vocals)
David Burda (clarinet, flutes, vocals)
Milan Malina (dulcimer, vocals)
Roman Gill (quinton, vocals)
Milan Gablas (double bass, vocals)
Josef Fojta (keyboards, percussion, vocals)