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Lan Meden is a classical saxophonist whose refined sound and polished interpretation shape his performances, both as a soloist and chamber musician, in Slovenia and internationally. His work combines numerous artistic collaborations, a deep exploration of classical and contemporary repertoire, and the creation of a distinctive musical voice through thoughtful programming.
An Exemplary Academic Path
He began his musical training at the Fran Gerbič Music School in Cerknica before continuing at the Conservatory of Music and Ballet in Ljubljana, under Lev Pupis and Jan Gričar.
He completed his undergraduate studies at the Private University of Music and Arts in Vienna in the class of Michael Krenn, graduating with distinction in August 2022.
In autumn 2020, he joined an exchange program at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki, studying with Joonatan Rautiola.
Since October 2022, he has been pursuing a Master’s degree in Saxophone at the Academy of Music in Ljubljana, under Miha Rogina, while refining his artistry in international masterclasses with Claude Delangle, Arno Bornkamp, Vincent David, Lars Mlekusch, Asya Fateyeva, David Gauthier, the Signum Saxophone Quartet, among others.
A Career Marked by Awards and Performances
Winner of numerous national and international prizes:
➤ 1st Prize, Gold Medal & Jury Special Prize – TEMSIG (2016)
➤ 1st Prize – Woodwind & Brass Competition, Varaždin (2016)
➤ 2nd Prize – European Saxophone Forum, Wrocław (2017)
➤ 2nd Prize, Gold Medal & Special Prize with Duo Prospero – TEMSIG (2018)
➤ Winner with Philia Saxophone Quartet at Musica Juventutis (Schubert Hall, Konzerthaus Vienna, 2020/21)
➤ Recorded for Radio Ars / RTV Slovenia with pianist Irén Seleljo (2020)
➤ 2nd Prize & Jury Special Prize – TEMSIG (2022)
➤ 2nd Prize, Gold Medal with Ljubljana Saxophone Quartet – TEMSIG (2024)
He has performed at numerous Slovenian and international festivals: Solo e da Camera, Festival Ljubljana, Festival Lent, Nei Suoni dei Luoghi, among others.
A prestigious performer, he took part in the 18th World Saxophone Congress (Zagreb 2018) with the SOS Saxophone Orchestra and performed at the Golden Hall of the Musikverein in Vienna in a Bernstein tribute (2018).
In July 2022, he premiered Karol Beffa’s Concerto for Alto Saxophone and String Orchestra with Camerata Masaot Wien.
In December 2023, he performed Frank Martin’s Ballade as soloist with the FVG Orchestra (Italy).
Recognized for academic excellence, he received the Škerjanec Prize (2019) and was awarded a scholarship from the Slovenian Ministry of Culture.
Since 2022, Lan has been an official JLV Ambassador.
