Music of the Baroque

about us

Sixty of the Chicago area’s finest professional musicians make up the chorus and orchestra of Music of the Baroque. Many have played and sung for years with the ensemble.

Most members of the orchestra also perform with other leading groups, including the Chicago Symphony and Lyric Opera. Chorus members have active operatic, teaching and recital careers and several perform regularly as soloists with Music of the Baroque. The opportunity to perform early repertoire at a very high artistic level with fellow fine musicians keeps ensemble members coming back concert after concert.

Jane Glover - Music Director

Jane Glover

MUSIC DIRECTOR
Acclaimed British conductor Jane Glover has been Music of the Baroque's music director since 2002. Read more
Nicholas Kraemer

Nicholas Kraemer

PRINCIPAL GUEST CONDUCTOR
Nicholas Kraemer has been Music of the Baroque's principal guest conductor since 2002. Read more
Edward Zelnis

Edward Zelnis

CHORUS DIRECTOR
Chorus Director Edward Zelnis has performed with Music of the Baroque for more than twenty years. Read more
 

Soloists

“Then the soprano or countertenor or mezzo comes out and proceeds to stun the audience with a voice that offers much more than standard-issue excellence.” Read more

Lecturers

Meet those who present Music of the Baroque's pre-concert lectures. Read more


Staff

How to contact the Music of the Baroque staff. Read more

Board of Directors

Meet Music of the Baroque's Board of Directors. Read more


History

Music of the Baroque occupies a special place in the rich cultural life of Chicago. Read more

Educational Outreach

Music of the Baroque conducts Educational Outreach to supplement music education programs at several Chicago high schools.
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Volunteer Ushers

Ushers for Music of the Baroque concerts are members of the Saints, an organization of volunteers for the performing arts. Read more