Early Music/Baroque

The trio’s peerless musicianship and their unusual combination of cello, bass, and mandolin result in fresh interpretations of classic material.

Decades of imagining and four years of “construction” culminate in a splendid production of Jean-Philippe Rameau’s opera-ballet.

A radiant performance of Pergolesi’s masterwork eclipses the balance of the program.

The highlights, including a rare chaconne by Marin Marais, stuck with you.

Flat programming and dull arrangements don’t fulfill the promise of the revered ensemble.

The chamber ensemble played with fire and grace on works from Handel, Bach, and Rameau.

The early music group delves into love, Italian style.

The violinist chats about her early years, the challenges of switching to Baroque music, improvising, and the magic of reawakening a child’s wonder in listeners.

The fortepianist’s improvisations, and the orchestra’s less muscular approach resulted in a Beethoven quite different from the mighty thunderer of legend.

Standout vocal performances and attention to musical details do full justice to Bach’s spiritual masterwork.