Apnea Ansámbl: The Beginning of a New Journey

Apnea Ansámbl is an intergenerational orchestra formed around Apnea, the latest album by Koonda Holaa. Bringing together Kamil Krůta and musicians from Anabasis, the ensemble is now embarking on its first European tour.

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From a One-Off Collaboration to a Living Musical Organism

Apnea Ansámbl began as a one-time idea that simply refused to end. We originally came together for a single concert celebrating the 10th anniversary of Apnea (2015), the landmark album by Koonda Holaa. What was meant to be a one-night celebration quickly evolved into a living musical organism that demanded a life of its own. Of the original thirteen musicians, eight continue the journey today.

The project was initiated by members of the /|\ Anabasis collective, who wanted to revisit Apnea and give it a new voice. The result is a reimagined chamber version of the album, expanded with a distinctive brass section and a broader ensemble. Music that once existed in a single form was dismantled, rebuilt, and transformed through new voices, new colours, and new energy.

A Premiere at the Alternativa Festival

Our first major performance took place in November 2025 at Studio Hrdinů as part of the Alternativa Festival. It was there that we realized this wasn't just a one-off collaboration—it had become a project with its own identity and future.

Apnea Ansámbl brings together musicians from different generations and musical backgrounds. Electronic music, hardcore, contemporary jazz, swing, post-rock, and the dark psychedelic Americana of Koonda Holaa merge into a unique sound. That diversity creates the tension, richness, and unexpected energy that drive the ensemble forward.

What's Next?

We're ready for the next chapter. Alongside our first European tour through France, Switzerland, and Germany, we're releasing Bread of Fresh Hair, an album featuring both studio and live recordings of the project.

Your Support Will Help Us

  • release the album on vinyl and CD,
  • cover mixing, mastering, artwork, and manufacturing,
  • finance transportation, accommodation, and essential tour expenses.

Apnea Ansámbl was born from enthusiasm, collaboration, and a desire to make music differently. If you're drawn to genre-defying projects, rich chamber arrangements, and music created through shared energy, we'd be deeply grateful for your support.

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Sep 9, 2026 10 DAYS LEFT — HAVE YOU SEEN OUR NEW REWARDS?

We’re entering the final 10 days of our crowdfunding campaign. Help us make it to the finish line and give Apnea Ansámbl the push it needs at the beginning of its journey. Based on your feedback and requests, we’ve added two new rewards. Have you spotted them yet? Would you love to host a concert,…

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Sep 7, 2026 Watch the very first Apnea Ansámbl concert

On the YouTube channel of the Anabasis collective, you can watch nine minutes from the concert where it all began. What started as a one-off gathering gradually turned into something with a life of its own. You can watch the recording HERE. Since then, we’ve released our first album, Bread of Fres…

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