Nancy Hadden

Nancy Hadden is an American flutist specializing in historical performance, particularly Renaissance and Baroque repertoire. Born in Ohio and raised in Columbus, she’s lived in the UK since the 1970s, blending academic rigor with artistic flair—she holds degrees in flute, voice, and music history (Ohio Wesleyan, Penn State) and completed doctoral studies in historical performance practices. Her career spans researching Renaissance flute techniques, leading ensembles like Zephyrus Flutes, and recording music from the 16th–18th centuries, including Elizabethan ballads, Mozart quartets, and French Renaissance works. A pioneer in early flute performance, she’s known for championing the instrument’s expressive nuances through both scholarly work and recordings like *Aux Plaisirs, aux Delices Bergeres*.

Though your list includes titles like *Chansons musicales, Paris, 1533* and *Music from the Spanish Kingdoms*, specific connections to these releases aren’t detailed in available sources. However, her discography on Hyperion and work with Zephyrus Flutes confirms her focus on pre-1750 repertoire, aligning with the styles and eras you’ve listed.

Genres

Medieval

Latest Release

Chansons musicales, Paris, 1533

Nancy Hadden

Album - 22 Tracks - Released September 6, 2024