Ellen Hargis

Ellen Hargis is a celebrated soprano and early music specialist whose voice has lit up Renaissance and Baroque repertoires for decades. Known for her expressive interpretations and scholarly approach, she’s a favorite in the historically informed performance scene, collaborating with ensembles like The Newberry Consort (which she co-directed for years), the Folger Consort, and Apollo’s Fire. Her recent releases—like the lively *Pavaniglia* or the haunting *A Candle in the Dark*—showcase her knack for breathing fresh life into centuries-old works, whether through danceable Italian madrigals or introspective sacred music.

When she’s not mesmerizing audiences with 17th-century gems (see *Conradi: Ariadne* or *Il Zazzerino* for proof), Hargis shares her expertise as a teacher and coach, nurturing the next generation of early music stars. Her passion for uncovering forgotten treasures—like the motets of Bonporti or Rosenmüller’s instrumental works—keeps her at the forefront of the genre, blending academic rigor with pure, infectious joy for the music she brings to the stage.

Genres

Medieval

Opera

Latest Release

Andrés ¿Do queda el ganado? (Live)

Gaspar Fernandes•

David Douglass•

The Newberry Consort•

Ellen Hargis

Single - Released November 5, 2021