Ars Antiqua Austria is a baroque ensemble founded in 1989 by violinist Gunar Letzbor with the purpose of exploring and performing Austrian baroque music. Central to their mission has been the rediscovery and interpretation of works by 17th and 18th-century composers who were either born in Austria or who worked in the country during their careers. The group specializes in using period instruments with historically informed performance practices, aiming to reflect the authentic sound worlds contemporary to the composers whose works they perform.

The ensemble has made considerable contributions to baroque music discography, with an impressive array of recordings that shine a light on lesser-known Austrian baroque composers and compositions. Their most recent releases, including "Schmelzer: Violin Sonatas," "Weichlein: Encænia musices, Op. 1," and "Biber: Rosenkranzsonaten, C 90-105," demonstrate Ars Antiqua Austria's commitment to a deep exploration of the Austrian baroque repertoire. The ensemble's meticulous approach has garnered them critical acclaim and a dedicated following among enthusiasts of early music, offering listeners a unique taste of the rich and diverse musical traditions that flourished in the Habsburg empire's golden age of baroque music.

Genres

Barockinterpreten

Early Music Ensemble

Historically Informed Performance

Latest Release

Aumann: Oratorium de Passione Domini nostri Jesu Christi

Ars Antiqua Austria

Album - 21 Tracks - Released March 15, 2024