Early Opera Company is a British period instrument ensemble that specializes in performing Baroque operas as they might have been heard in their own time. Founded by conductor Christian Curnyn in 1994, the company has gained a reputation for its dynamic and insightful performances of operatic works, particularly those from the 17th and 18th centuries. The ensemble often collaborates with leading soloists and has rece...  Meer

Early Opera Company is a British period instrument ensemble that specializes in performing Baroque operas as they might have been heard in their own time. Founded by conductor Christian Curnyn in 1994, the company has gained a reputation for its dynamic and insightful performances of operatic works, particularly those from the 17th and 18th centuries. The ensemble often collaborates with leading soloists and has received critical acclaim for its interpretations of works by composers such as Handel and Monteverdi. Their performances are characterized by a commitment to historical performance practice, which includes the use of period instruments and attention to the stylistic nuances of the Baroque era. The Early Opera Company has contributed significantly to the revival of interest in early opera, both through live performances and recordings.Minder