Boston Baroque
About
Boston Baroque is a period-instrument orchestra and chorus performing Baroque and Classical music as it was originally conceived. Founded in 1973 by Music Director Martin Pearlman, it is North America’s first permanent Baroque orchestra. Its repertoire features composers such as Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, Monteverdi, Mozart and Haydn, with programs that range from beloved masterworks and groundbreaking operas to intimate chamber concerts.
The ensemble began in Cambridge as Banchetto Musicale, a group of eight musicians, and took the name Boston Baroque in 1992 as its reputation spread through recordings and tours. It was the first period orchestra to perform at Carnegie Hall and has appeared at Disney Hall, Tanglewood, Ravinia, the Casals Festival and Prague Castle. The orchestra is frequently joined by a professional chorus and soloists, and concerts can be streamed on demand.
What to Know
- Boston Baroque has received six Grammy nominations.
- The ensemble has made 26 commercial recordings.
- It partners with GBH Music on streamed performances.
- Corporate partnerships are available for businesses that want to support the orchestra.
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