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Baroque-Classical Orchestra

University Music: Instrumental Ensemble

Baroque-Classical Orchestra is a large, auditioned ensemble focusing on period-style playing of orchestral music from the baroque and classical eras, often on period instruments.

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Rehearsals

Director: Andrew Kirkman

  • Rehearsals subject to project – schedule provided following auditions

This period instrument chamber orchestra brings together students who have an interested in exploring Baroque and Classical repertoire with leading specialists, with opportunities for group lessons to support the musician’s development, and with leadership from the Director of Early Music, Professor Andrew Kirkman.

The ensemble has given performances of works that rarely reach the concert platform, whilst also presenting music from the composers most associated with the Baroque and Classical eras.

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