Countertenor Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen filed this wonderful dispatch from onboard the Shanghai to Beijing bullet train, on tour with TEC as Rinaldo in October 2025.
Monteverdi at Garsington Opera 2026
In summer 2026, The English Concert continues its residency at Garsington Opera on the Wormsley Estate.
The Handel Sessions: ‘Lascia ch’io pianga’ with Mary Bevan and Harry Bicket
Mary Bevan and Harry Bicket rehearse ‘Lascia ch’io pianga’ from Handel’s Rinaldo
The Handel Sessions: Mary Bevan and Harry Bicket rehearse ‘Lascia ch’io pianga’
“So we’re going to sing Handel’s most famous aria, but actually… anyone’s most famous aria.”
October 2025 archive pick: Annie Gard
This month’s pick has been selected by TEC violinist, Annie Gard.
The English Concert announces a soaring 2025/26 season
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
September 2025 archive pick: Trevor Pinnock
This month’s pick has been selected by TEC founder, Trevor Pinnock.
Handel’s Hercules on Tour – March 2026
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.
Handel’s Rinaldo on Tour – October 2025
When Rinaldo premiered in 1711, it cemented Handel at the forefront of London’s operatic landscape. To this day, it remains one of his most-revered works. Harry Bicket and The English Concert will be joined by an outstanding cast for an international presentation of Rinaldo in October.
August 2025 archive pick: Tom Foster
This month’s pick has been selected by TEC keyboard player, Tom Foster.