The English Concert
The English Concert
Latest Release
- Brich, mein Herz, Brockes Passion HWV48 (Live recording) (Live)
- February 2026
- • 1 Song
Top Songs
| 1 | Vivaldi: Gloria, RV 589: I. Gloria in excelsis Deo | ||
| 2 | Second Music: 1. Overture | ||
| 3 | 1. Allegro | ||
| 4 | 1. Ouverture | ||
| 5 | Handel: Water Music Suite No. 2 in D Major, HWV 349: II. [Alla Hornpipe] |
Albums
Jun 2023 • 94 songs
Apr 2023 • 1 song
Apr 2023 • 17 songs
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Biography
One of England's earlier period-instrument ensembles devoted to Baroque repertory, The English Concert remains a premier orchestra. The group's bright, lively sound has influenced several generations of Baroque ensembles, and it has spawned several important careers.
The English Concert was founded by harpsichordist Trevor Pinnock in 1972 when he gathered a group of seven players to explore Baroque repertory. The ensemble grew as more players showed interest, and by the following year, it had assumed its current orchestral shape, with about 20 players. The English Concert mad...