The Newberry Consort is a distinguished early music ensemble renowned for their exquisite renditions of medieval, renaissance, and baroque music. Founded in 1986 by Mary Springfels and affiliated with the prestigious Newberry Library in Chicago, the consort has dedicated itself to bringing historical music to life with scholarly insight and passionate musicianship. The ensemble is composed of a rotating roster of skilled musicians who are experts in historical performance practices, playing on authentic period instruments.

Throughout its illustrious career, The Newberry Consort has explored an eclectic range of musical repertoire, often seeking out lesser-known works and giving them new life through performance and recording. Their recent releases, such as "A Mexican Christmas (Live)" and "Wanderers' Voices: Medieval Cantigas & Minnesang", showcase the ensemble's commitment to cultural exploration and thematic programming of early music. The Consort's interpretative approach blends meticulous research with a compelling narrative quality, transporting listeners to the historical periods from which the music originates. With their innovative concert presentations and education programs, The Newberry Consort continues to captivate audiences and contribute robustly to the appreciation and understanding of historical music traditions.

Genres

American Early Music

Baroque Ensemble

Early Music Ensemble

Latest Release

A Mexican Christmas (Live)

The Newberry Consort

Album - 12 Tracks - Released November 12, 2021