About us
With a reputation for inspired performances of baroque and classical music, The English Concert ranks among the finest chamber orchestras in the world.
The English Concert
The English Concert is an outstanding orchestra: exceptional, in the quality, ambition and variety of its live and recorded output; unique, in the zeal of its players; unwavering, in its desire to connect with its audience throughout the world.
Under the artistic direction of Harry Bicket and principal guest Kristian Bezuidenhout, The English Concert has earned a reputation for combining urgency, passion and fire with precision, delicacy and beauty.
Handel for All
The English Concert is embarking on an ambitious journey to build a new legacy by filming every single piece of Handel's music and creating an online resource that is free and accessible to anyone, anywhere. Learn how you can partner with them to usher in a new golden age of music.
Our recordings
The English Concert is one of the most extensively recorded orchestras specialising in period instruments. With over 100 recordings and numerous awards, our rich catalogue features both masterpieces and lesser-known works. You can now enjoy our music on streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, or purchase discs from Presto Classical. Explore our extensive catalog through the database and immerse yourself in our music.
Upcoming events
October 01, 2025 | 8:00PM
Haydn’s Creation at Christ Church College, Oxford
Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford
October 12, 2025 | 8:30PM
Handel in Macau
St Joseph the Worker Church, Macau
October 14, 2025 | 7:30PM
Handel’s Rinaldo
Forbidden City Concert Hall Beijing, Beijing
The latest from The English Concert
This season, The English Concert presents two major Handel dramatic works, with all-star casts, global tours and London performances. TEC also continues its outstanding concert series at Wigmore Hall, including a special New Year’s Eve gala with Iestyn Davies
This month’s pick has been selected by TEC founder, Trevor Pinnock.
The English Concert return to North America with a major Handel opera project. This time, the lesser-known Hercules HWV60, directed by Harry Bicket, a noted interpreter of the work.
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