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Borys Medicky has appeared as solo harpsichordist and continuo player in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Currently residing in Toronto, he is active as a freelance performer, having appeared with major ensembles in Toronto and beyond such as Tafelmusik, Toronto Consort, Opera Atelier, Aradia, Baroque Music Beside the Grange, Via Salzburg, Grand River Baroque Ensemble and Elora Festival Chamber Players. He enjoys co-directing (with lutenist Lucas Harris) the Toronto Continuo Collective, an all-continuo ensemble dedicated to fostering an increased interest in the stylish basso continuo accompaniment of 17th-century vocal and instrumental music. He is the Artistic Director of the Waterloo-based Nota Bene Period Orchestra, with whom he performs as a soloist and continuo player, and he serves as organist of the Fifth Church of Christ, Scientist in Toronto.

Borys studied harpsichord with Michael Jarvis in Canada, and with Arthur Haas at the Eastman School of Music and the State University of New York at Stony Brook, as well as baroque performance practice with lutenist Paul O'Dette. Upon the completion of his doctoral degree at Stony Brook he was awarded the Samuel Baron Prize, given to an outstanding graduate. He is known for his strong interest in historical dance and its influence on instrumental music. In addition he carries out harpsichord maintenance duties for institutions and private owners in the Toronto area.