Konrad Junghänel is an esteemed German lutenist, conductor, and specialist in the performance of early music. Born on February 27, 1953, he has garnered international recognition for his nuanced and insightful interpretations of Baroque, Renaissance, and early Classical repertoire. Junghänel began his musical journey with a focus on the lute, contributing to a renaissance of interest in historical plucked string instruments. His mastery of the lute has placed him in high demand both as a soloist and an accompanist.

Over the years, Junghänel has expanded his scope, becoming a prominent conductor. His leadership of the vocal ensemble Cantus Cölln has brought to life many works from the 17th and early 18th centuries, earning critical acclaim for their expressive and historically informed performances. Junghänel's discography, which includes the notable "Pièces pour la flute traversière," and celebrated recordings of Baroque operas and oratorios such as Handel's "Teseo," reflects his dedication to uncovering the sonic depths of early music with scholarly rigor and artistic sensitivity. His work on "Bach: St. John Passion" and "Bach: Missae breves" has particularly been lauded for its vitality and clarity, contributing to his reputation as a leading authority in the world of historically informed performance.

Genres

Historically Informed Performance

Latest Release

Pièces pour la flute traversière

Jacques Hotteterre•

Wilbert Hazelzet•

Jacques Ogg•

Jaap Ter Linden•

Konrad Junghanel

Album - 36 Tracks - Released June 19, 2020