Partes Ensemble

The Partes Ensemble was born as part of the project Open Opera Ukraine. Partes singing is a distinctive feature of Ukrainian music history, emerging in the 17th century as a revolutionary addition to Eastern Rite monophony. By blending Western European polyphony with local traditions, it created a unique synthesis, shaping what is now known as the Ukrainian musical Baroque. This style played a crucial role in the country’s cultural development. The project seeks to revive and promote the partes singing heritage both in Ukraine and globally, presenting it as a significant and representative element of Ukrainian musical history, essential for understanding the broader landscape of Baroque music and its diverse influences.