Sounds Baroque celebrates the passion, theatricality, and sheer variety of music from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries.



Comprising leading singers and period instrumentalists who are active both as soloists and chamber musicians, Sounds Baroque devises varied programmes that range from the despair of unrequited love in an operatic cantata to the unbridled virtuosity of an Italianate concerto. The group varies in size and is directed from the harpsichord by Julian Perkins, who performs as a soloist and continuo player with many leading period instrument ensembles, and for opera companies including the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden.

Formerly known as Dramma per Musica, Sounds Baroque has broadcast on BBC Radio 3, performed at international festivals in Cheltenham, London, Tel Aviv, and York, and for music societies throughout the UK. They have given world-premières of works by Paul Ayres and Stephen Dodgson, and often stage imaginative educational projects in conjunction with performances.


Sounds Baroque is embarking on a series of recordings for Avie Records entitled Conversazioni. With music by Albinoni, Caldara, Handel and Alessandro Scarlatti, this project will explore the wealth of cantatas and instrumental works written for legendary patrons such as Cardinal Ottoboni, and features the countertenor Andrew Radley.  Launch concert details.

Sounds Baroque often relies on sponsorship for putting on concerts, education projects, making recordings and related publicity. We are always interested to hear from advisers and interested parties, and have a sponsorship scheme where one can choose how to contribute and be accredited.

Please contact us to discuss how you can support us.