Collegium Musicum facts for kids

Collegium Musicum is a famous rock band from Slovakia. They started playing music in 1969. The band was known for its unique "art rock" style. This style mixes rock music with ideas from classical music. A talented musician named Marián Varga formed the band. After a break, they got back together in 2008 and are still making music today.

The Band's Beginning

Collegium Musicum started in late 1969 in what was then Czechoslovakia. The band's main leader was Marián Varga. He was a very skilled keyboard player. The band became known for their long songs and how they used classical music ideas in their rock music. They often played instrumental pieces, which means music without singing.

Who Was in the Band?

Over the years, many talented musicians played in Collegium Musicum.

• Marián Varga was the main keyboard player and leader.
• František Griglák played the guitar.
• Fedor Frešo played the bass guitar.
• Martin Valihora played the drums.

Some past members included Dušan Hájek, Fedor Letňan, Pavel Váně, and Peter Peteraj. Each member helped create the band's special sound.

Their Music Journey

Collegium Musicum was active from 1969 to 1979. They took a break and then played again briefly in 1997. Since 2008, the band has been active once more. They have released many albums during their career. Their music is known for being complex and interesting. It often features long instrumental parts and exciting solos.

Albums and Songs

The band released several important albums. These albums helped define their unique art rock sound.

• 1970 Collegium Musicum
• 1970 EP Hommage à J.S.Bach/Ulica plná plášťov do dažďa
• 1971 Konvergencie
• 1973 Live
• 1975 Marián Varga & Collegium Musicum
• 1977 Continuo
• 1979 On a Ona
• 1981 Divergencie
• 1989 Všetko je inak
• 1997 Collegium Musicum '97

These albums show how the band grew and changed their music over time.

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