The English Concert
Not just an orchestra on period instruments. A great orchestra. Period.
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Review highlights for Giulio Cesare tour
This ensemble sets a standard for Handel performance in the 21st century - New York Times
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All of Handel’s music, filmed and accessible online for everyone, everywhere, free of charge.
Upcoming events
February 20, 2026 | 8:00PM
Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos in Alicante
ADDA: Auditorio de la Diputación de Alicante, Alacant, Alicante
February 25, 2026 | 7:00PM
London Handel Festival: Brandenburgs and Chandos Anthems
St George's, Hanover Square, London
March 08, 2026 | 3:00PM
Handel’s Hercules
Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley
The latest from The English Concert
Trumpeter Alison Balsom appeared on BBC Radio 4’s This Cultural Life, and dedicated a section of the programme to our 1982 recording. Many thanks to Alison for allowing us to adapt her interview for this month’s very special guest recommendation from the TEC archives.
The English Concert is featured twice in The i Paper’s annual highlights.
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