Komorni zbor Orfej Ljutomer

Slovenia

With over 35 years of tradition and numerous awards, the Orfej Chamber Choir from Ljutomer is recognized as one of Slovenia's most prominent vocal ensembles. Founded in 1989, the choir initially thrived under the leadership of Romana Rek, later collaborating with acclaimed conductor Janez Bole and performing as Slovenski madrigalisti. Since 2010, the choir has occasionally worked with Andraž Hauptman, who became artistic director in 2017, succeeded by Vito Žerdin in 2023. Orfej has demonstrated excellence on competitive stages, winning three gold plaques at the Slovenian national competition since 2010 and receiving international acclaim. Recent achievements include 4th place and a conductor’s prize at the 2023 Fleischmann International Trophy in Ireland, a gold plaque and audience award at the 2022 Ave Verum competition in Austria and multiple honors at national events.