Manchester Baroque - Old Instruments, New Ideas

Since our launch in 2019, Manchester Baroque has built a reputation for engaging and vibrant performances of historical music on period instruments. Through concerts of chamber music, larger scale orchestral works and oratorios, Manchester Baroque is committed to the continued development of historically informed performances at the centre of the city’s arts culture: Reflecting Manchester’s rich heritage as the world’s original modern city…

Artists

Dr Pauline Nobes, Artistic Director

Dr Martyn Shaw, Baroque Flute

David Francis, Keyboard

Dr Harvey Davies, Keyboard

Sophie Simpson, Violin

James Woodrow, Violin

Brendan Howell, Violin

Alex Mitchell, Viola

Heather Bills, Cello

Poppy Walshaw, Cello

Michael Escreet, Double Bass

Management

Dr Pauline Nobes, Artistic Director

Dr Martyn Shaw, General Manager

Mike Emmerich, Board of Directors

Gemma Ashcroft, Learning Manager

Daniel Lappin, Digital Marketing Coordinator

James Woodrow, Social Media Coordinator

Manchester Baroque is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales.The Board of Directors is comprised as follows: Jessica Bowles, Mike Emmerich (Chair), Lucy Makinson and Clive Memmott. Registered Charity, No. 1181935.