Irish Baroque Orchestra (Band)
Biography:
The Irish Baroque Orchestra blends scholarship and musical excellence in a unique way, creating an original offering like no other on the Irish classical music scene. Through this integration of research and practice, the very idea of an orchestra is defined afresh, providing an unusual and enriching experience for today’s audiences.
The orchestra is led by Artistic Director Peter Whelan, an acclaimed solo artist with an extensive and award-winning discography as a solo bassoonist, who is also among the most dynamic and versatile exponents of historical performance of his generation. As a conductor, Whelan has a particular passion for exploring and championing neglected music from the Baroque and Classical eras.
As an ambassador for the stories of Ireland’s musical past, the Irish Baroque Orchestra uses its unique perspective to develop the growing store of knowledge surrounding the very early days of baroque and classical music in Ireland. Its research, recordings, and performances offer audiences an opportunity to engage the Irish diaspora through the increasing global reach of this work.
The orchestra is led by Artistic Director Peter Whelan, an acclaimed solo artist with an extensive and award-winning discography as a solo bassoonist, who is also among the most dynamic and versatile exponents of historical performance of his generation. As a conductor, Whelan has a particular passion for exploring and championing neglected music from the Baroque and Classical eras.
As an ambassador for the stories of Ireland’s musical past, the Irish Baroque Orchestra uses its unique perspective to develop the growing store of knowledge surrounding the very early days of baroque and classical music in Ireland. Its research, recordings, and performances offer audiences an opportunity to engage the Irish diaspora through the increasing global reach of this work.
Website: https://www.irishbaroqueorchestra.com/
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Upcoming Events:
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Irish Baroque Orchestra in Concert Performing "The Trials of Tenducci" Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech 7:30 - 9:00 PM Music |
