Concert Ensemble presents the renowned London Handel Players in a historic collaboration that marks a first for Alicante with a bold cultural crossover reaching Turkey. This chamber ensemble, famed for its devotion to Baroque performance practice, will illuminate the Teatro Principal with a program crafted for connoisseurs of period instruments and expressive, historically informed playing.
Audiences will hear a thoughtfully curated selection of Baroque masterworks, including a charming duo concert featuring Telemann for two flutes, a set of vivid and exotic airs showcasing the sopranino recorder, and the two violin concertos that have become touchstones of the period. The program also highlights Brandenburg Concerto No. 4, a cornerstone of the Bach repertoire that blends ingenuity with exuberant instrumental color. Each work is performed with period-appropriate bows, bows, and continuo that reveal the textures and contrasts that Baroque audiences would have savored.
The ensemble’s recent history speaks to a vibrant international footprint. Their touring repertoire and guest appearances have covered major venues and festivals, reinforcing their reputation for authoritative period style and dynamic programing. The artists are active educators, sharing insights into performance practice and stylistic nuance at leading conservatories and music schools. Their pedagogical work complements a holistic approach to Baroque music, connecting performance with scholarly study to foster deeper engagement with early music traditions.
In recent seasons the London Handel Players have collaborated with festival organizers and concert series around the United Kingdom and Europe. Performances have been featured at celebrated venues and events, and they are frequently invited to share programs that explore Handel’s broad European influence and the cross-cultural connections of Baroque music. The ensemble’s concerts are often the centerpiece of dedicated series, including festival traditions and regional showcases that highlight early music revival and its ongoing relevance in modern programming. They also present solo and chamber works by leading baroque interpreters, reinforcing the ensemble’s role as mentors and ambassadors of historical performance practice.
Discography from Handel’s world includes acclaimed quartet collaborations, as well as complete or near-complete sets of violin sonatas and flute concert repertoire. Recordings celebrate Handel’s flute concertos and other instrumental repertoire, with performances reflecting fidelity to historical tuning, articulation, and phrasing. These recordings are cited for their clarity, expressive range, and technical precision, contributing to a broader appreciation of Handel-influenced works within the Baroque canon. The label of these projects often emphasizes the intimate, chamber-scale sound that characterizes authentic Baroque listening experiences and the vibrant, scholarly approach the ensemble brings to its work.