Study early music
under the guidance of masters.
Karczówka • August 31 – September 4, 2026
Academia Kielcensis 2026 is a meeting of students and masters centred on the practice of early music performance: individual lessons, ensemble work, and the shared preparation of a final concert.
Cost
Participation in the classes is free of charge.
The cost of accommodation and meals is 200 PLN per day (approx. €45).
Upon registration, we require a 200 PLN deposit (approx. €45); the remaining amount is payable on site.
Euro amounts are approximate and may vary depending on the exchange rate.
Location
This year, Academia Kielcensis will take place at the Karczówka Monastery in Kielce, Poland.
Photos of the rooms can be viewed on the guest house website: karczowka.com/dom-gosci
About the Academy
Academia Kielcensis is a transplantation into Poland of a French-English experience. Following the method used by J.E. Gardiner in London, a master and a student sit at each desk: together they prepare a shared performance of selected works.
Each participant works during individual lessons, both on their own instrument and in chamber ensembles. The fruits of this work are presented during the ceremonial final concert.
Key Information
How We Work
The Academy combines individual artistic formation with the practice of making music together.
Master and Student
At the heart of Academia Kielcensis stands the master-student relationship: shared work, listening, and the direct transmission of experience.
Lessons and Ensembles
Participants take part both in individual lessons and in ensemble work, developing their performance skills through chamber music practice.
Final Concert
The culmination of the Academy is a shared performance of the prepared repertoire during the ceremonial final concert.
Faculty
The teachers leading the individual classes of Academia Kielcensis 2026.
Katarzyna Czubek
recorder, historical oboes
She will lead the flute class, focused on individual and ensemble work in early music repertoire. The classes will be devoted to shaping style, tone colour, and shared listening.
Marek Toporowski
keyboard instruments
He will lead classes in pianoforte and clavichord, focused on conscious work with historical sound, style, and the shaping of musical phrasing.
Susi Ferfoglia
Hildegard of Bingen’s compositions and Gregorian chant
She will lead vocal classes encompassing Hildegard of Bingen’s compositions and Gregorian chant, combining attention to text, melodic line, and the shared sound of the ensemble.
Map
Academia Kielcensis 2026 will take place at the Karczówka Monastery in Kielce, Poland.
Room photos and guest house information: karczowka.com/dom-gosci
Registration
How to take part?
Complete the application form. Enter your details, choose your main class, describe any intended combination of classes, indicate your meal preferences for the first and last day of your stay, and let us know whether you need transport assistance.
Fill in the form below and submit your application.
Transfer a 200 PLN deposit to the account 41 1600 1462 1893 5238 6000 0006, using the reference: Donation for statutory activities - Academia Kielcensis 2026.
The remaining cost of your stay may be paid upon arrival.
During the following days, you will work under the guidance of the selected teachers.