Holland Baroque Concerts

Experience Holland Baroque

Holland Baroque, founded in 1996, is a Dutch ensemble specializing in historically informed performance of Baroque music. Initially focused on vocal music, the group quickly expanded to encompass instrumental works, becoming renowned for its dynamic and emotionally charged interpretations. Core members include oboist Marcel Berslaw, violinist Maya Homburger, and cellist David Miller – a trio central to their distinctive sound.

The ensemble doesn’t adhere to a fixed instrumentation, adapting its forces to suit the specific demands of each composition. This flexibility allows Holland Baroque to illuminate lesser-known repertoire alongside established masterpieces by composers like Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi. They are particularly celebrated for their explorations of 17th and 18th-century Italian opera, often reconstructing original performing practices.

Holland Baroque has released numerous critically acclaimed recordings on Glossa Music, garnering awards including a *Gramophone* Editor's Choice and *Diapason d'Or*. Their performances are characterized by a vibrant energy and a commitment to scholarly research combined with artistic intuition, making them leading figures in the contemporary Baroque revival. They frequently tour internationally and engage in educational outreach programs.