Boston Early Music Festival Orchestra

The Boston Early Music Festival Orchestra is a distinguished period-instrument ensemble specializing in historically informed performances of Baroque and early Classical music. Founded as the resident orchestra of the internationally acclaimed Boston Early Music Festival (BEMF), the group has gained a stellar reputation for its meticulous attention to historical detail and its vibrant, expressive interpretations. Under the leadership of artistic directors Paul O'Dette and Stephen Stubbs, the orchestra regularly performs rare and rediscovered operatic works, many of which have been released on award-winning recordings.

Included in their impressive discography are performances of operas and vocal works by composers such as Lully, Handel, Telemann, and Graupner, with many of their releases earning Grammy nominations and critical acclaim. Their collaborations with leading early music vocalists and ensembles have made them a cornerstone of the early music scene in North America and beyond.

Genres

Opera

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Chamber Music

Baroque

Orchestral Music

Early Music

Historical Performance

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Latest Release

Telemann: Ino - Opera Arias for Soprano

Georg Philipp Telemann•

Paul O'Dette•

Amanda Forsythe•

Boston Early Music Festival Orchestra

Album - 25 Tracks - Released September 27, 2024