Monica Huggett, a virtuoso baroque violinist of international acclaim, has solidified her reputation as a leading interpreter of the Baroque and Classical music genres. Born in London, Huggett began her journey with the violin at a young age and further honed her skills at the Royal Academy of Music. Her career swiftly took flight as she co-founded the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra with Ton Koopman and later served as a leader of The English Concert.

Over the decades, Huggett's musical artistry has been celebrated through her role as artistic director for ensembles such as the European Union Baroque Orchestra, Portland Baroque Orchestra, and the Irish Baroque Orchestra. Her discography reveals an artist deeply engaged with the rich repertoire of the 17th and 18th centuries, with albums such as "Concerti Bizarri," which showcases unconventional baroque concertos, and her exemplary interpretation of "Bach: Orchestral Suites for a Young Prince." Huggett's recording of "Bach: Sonatas & Partitas for Solo Violin" is particularly distinguished, a testament to her technical mastery and heartfelt expression. Her contributions to the authentic performance practice movement have not only illuminated the works of masters such as Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi but have also given voice to lesser-known composers, inviting listeners to re-experience the Baroque era through fresh and historically informed performances.

Genres

Baroque Violin

Historically Informed Performance

Violin

Related Artists

Andrew Manze

Rachel Podger

Christopher Hogwood

Ton Koopman

Fabio Biondi

Richard Egarr

Sigiswald Kuijken

John Eliot Gardiner

The English Concert

Jordi Savall

Nikolaus Harnoncourt

La Pietà

Latest Release

Concerti Bizarri

Monica Huggett

Album - 24 Tracks - Released January 6, 2016