Jaap Schröder

Jaap Schröder was a renowned Dutch violinist, conductor, and musicologist best known for his pioneering work in the field of historically informed performance. Born in 1925, he played a significant role in reviving interest in Baroque and Classical repertoire performed on period instruments. As a violinist, he collaborated with leading early music ensembles like the Academy of Ancient Music and the English Concert, and he was a longtime member of the Dutch group Concerto Amsterdam.

Schröder also had a distinguished academic career, teaching at Yale University and the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis in Switzerland, where he shared his deep knowledge of performance practice with generations of aspiring musicians. His recordings of works by Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, and lesser-known composers are celebrated for their clarity, elegance, and stylistic authenticity.

Genres

Classical

Latest Release

5 Concerti for Violin and Orchestra

Antonio Vivaldi•

Jaap Schröder

Album - 15 Tracks - Released January 1, 2015