Articles

The world’s largest Early Music Festival focuses on museum art

When Early Music is performed today, is it truly living art—or nothing more than an exhibit piece? In its 43rd edition, the Festival Oude Muziek examines this question.

by Andrea Braun 20 August 2025

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Pictures of the Week

A Baroque Summer Across the Globe: from Paraguay to Northe America, from Spain to Estonia

From the Atlantic shores to Baltic cathedrals, baroque music has travelled the world this summer. A visual journey through some of the season’s highlights!

by Total Baroque 7 August 2025

Investigation

Baroque Promenades

When Festivals Head for the Hills

Who ever said sport and early music don’t mix? More and more musicians are offering surprising—and sporty—formats!

by Jeanne Eichenlaub 7 August 2025

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History

The history of a very Catholic harpsichord 2/3

Clues beneath the varnish

When collectors and musicians buy unknown historical harpsichords, it’s sometimes a risky gamble: is it truly a precious instrument—or just expensive kindling?

by Michael Günther 7 August 2025

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Emmeran Rollin: The Emotional and Spiritual Power of Rocamadour

Festival

20e édition du Festival de Rocamadour

Emmeran Rollin: The Emotional and Spiritual Power of Rocamadour

True to Rocamadour’s history as a major medieval pilgrimage site, the French festival has, for the past two decades, been dedicated to sharing and celebrating the sacred repertoire.

by Victoria Okada 7 August 2025

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François Delagoutte: The Voice is in our DNA

Anniversary

25 Years of the Rencontres Musicales de Vézelay

François Delagoutte: The Voice is in our DNA

For their 25th anniversary, the Rencontres Musicales de Vézelay in Burgundy combine vocal excellence with a family-friendly atmosphere, with a special emphasis on early music.

by Victoria Okada 6 August 2025

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Festival

Kretinga Festival

Since 2017, the Kretinga Festival has become a summer highlight in Lithuania. The 2025 edition celebrates the 500th anniversary of Palestrina, three of whose students held prominent positions at the Vasa court in Vilnius.

by Jean-Jacques Schaettel 5 August 2025

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History

THE MUSICAL EUROPE OF THE RENAISSANCE 3/4

Religious Music in Spain and Italy

In this third episode: the rich dialogue between Flemish musicians and liturgical music in Italy and Spain—a panorama that spans from Isaac to Palestrina.

by Jerôme Lejeune 4 August 2025

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Pictures of the Week

Baroque summer: London, Salzburg, Warsaw, Prémanon, Potsdam

From Salzburg to London, via Warsaw and the Jura mountains, five snapshots of the baroque summer: Proms debuts, festival creations and open-air concerts.

by Total Baroque 31 July 2025

History

The history of a very Catholic harpsichord 1/3

A Harpsichord Out of the Shadows

When collectors and musicians buy unknown historical harpsichords, it is sometimes a risky bet: is it really a valuable instrument—or just expensive firewood?

by Michael Günther 31 July 2025

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Festival

Laus Polyphoniae Antwerp 2025

In the Heart of Polyphony

The festival has an audience that “values scientific depth”, says festival director Bart Demuyt about Laus Polyphoniae, which has been selling out for years.

by Andrea Braun 30 July 2025

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