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Virtuosity, showmanship shine in period-instrument concert

Chicago Tribune concert review: January 16, Symphony Center, Chicago. By Alan G. Artner, Special to the TribuneJanuary 18, 2013 The last 20 years brought a startling level of virtuosity to period-instrument performance, and Wednesday night’s concert in the Grainger Ballroom of Orchestra Hall served as a vivid illustration. British recorder player Piers Adams joined Garry [...]

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Ton Koopman pays a special visit to Baroque Band…

The Dutch organist, harpsichordist, conductor, and director of the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra, Ton Koopman has been at the forefront of the early music movement for more than 4 decades. As well as regularly appearing throughout the world as a soloist and director of the ABO Ton frequently is asked to conduct modern symphony and chamber [...]

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Master class photos…

On Monday, April 30, we were delighted to welcome Jennifer Morsches who enlightened and entertained us all as she put student cellists in the limelight for a wonderful and inspiring masterclass:

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Iestyn Davies and Harry Bicket reviews for Rinaldo at Lyric Opera

Congratulations to Iestyn and Harry for the wonderful reviews of their performance in Rinaldo at Lyric Opera. We’re delighted that both will be joining Baroque Band later this month for three amazing all-Handel concerts. Don’t miss out on their performances with Baroque Band BUY TICKETS NOW! Chicago Tribune – John von Rhein: Playful new ‘Rinaldo’ [...]

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Rinaldo opens tonight at the Lyric

Best of luck to Harry and Iestyn for tonight’s opening of Rinaldo at Lyric Opera. Look forward to having you both with the band later this month. Here is a preview of some of the music from the opera. Join Baroque Band Harry and Iestyn for an Handel program March 9, 10 & 14 click here [...]

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