Robert Mareček

Robert Mareček is an Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of String, Wind and Percussion Instruments at the Faculty of Music and Dance, Academy of Performing Arts in Bratislava. He has held prominent roles in major orchestras, including concertmaster positions with the Slovak Philharmonic, Brno’s Janáček Opera Orchestra, and the Marchfeld Philharmonie. Since 1996, he has served as concertmaster and artistic director of the Cappella Istropolitana chamber orchestra, leading performances globally.

Education:

• Brno Conservatory (student of Pavel Kyncl)
• Academy of Music in Prague (classes of Prof. Bohdan Warchal and Prof. Anna Hölblingová)

His research interests focus on orchestral performance practices, violin pedagogy, and the interpretation of classical repertoire. He has led projects such as conducting 40 of Haydn’s symphonies in Eisenstadt (2009) and founded the Pressburger Hummel Ensemble. His collaborations span renowned conductors and soloists across Europe and Asia.

Advising and Grants:

• Trained violinists now in leading Slovak orchestras
• No grants explicitly mentioned

Labs/Teams: Active in Cappella Istropolitana, Pressburger Hummel Ensemble, and collaborations with pianist Marcel Štefko.