Edition 2026
Join the Global Celebration of Early Music
Every 21 March, festivals, concert halls, ensembles, and institutions across Europe come together to celebrate the richness of early music. Explore the diversity of events, artists, and initiatives by visiting our interactive map and find out what’s happening near you or across the continent.
26/01/2026 19:30 CET
El Jardín de las Delicias :: Felipe II On-site
All'Antica Musika SpainTeatro Barakaldo, Calle Elcano, 4 , 48901 Barakaldo
The Garden of Earthly Delights: An interdisciplinary show that combines theatre, modern dance and Spanish music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. During the show, Philip II recounts his final hours and looks back on his life while observing the painting.
Musicians
- Laiene Alcalá, Soprano
- Silvia Cantatore, Viola da Gamba
- Teresa Merino, Theorbo
- Elvira Pujol, Harpsichord
- Diego de Amigo, Baroque Violin
- David Sáez, Recorders
21/03/2026 12:00 CET
Et Jesum, Tomás Luís de Victoria Vídeo Premiere Online
Video premiere SpainValencia, Spain. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eeBHrDPeQkM, 46009 Valencia
Et Jesum, Tomás Luís de Victoria Vídeo Premiere
Musicians
Dolce Rima (Paula Brieba, theorbo and Julieta Viñas, soprano)
25/03/2026 16:00 CET
John Dowland, 400 Years Later On-site
Escola d'Adults Pau Casals de Rubí SpainEscola Municipal de Música Pere Burés, Alicia de la Larrocha Hall., Joaquim Blume, 28, 08191 Rubí
Lute solos from the best lutenist of all time, who passed away 400 years ago.
Musicians
- Joaquim Bogunyà, renaissance lute.
19/03/2026 20:00 CET
The Händel Passion On-site
Bachcelona Festival SpainFundación Salvat, Carrer del Gall, 30-36, 08950 Barcelona, Spain
This program of music by Handel and Bach recreates an extraordinary event: Good Friday, 1747, when J.S. Bach performed Handel arias in Leipzig during a performance of the Markus Passion.
Musicians
- Salvat Soloists Mariana Rodrigues, soprano
- Jana Corominas, mezzo-soprano
- Itamar Hildesheim, tenor
- Lluís Arratia, baritone
- Bachcelona Consort
- Katy Elkin, oboe
- Vadym Makarenko,violin
- Andrés Murillo, violin
- Núria Pujolràs, viola
- Guillermo Turina, cello
- Daniel Tarrida, harpsichord and conductor
03/02/2026 19:00 CET
El Jardín de las Delicias On-site
All'Antica Musika SpainTeatro Barakaldo , C/ Juan Sebastián Elcano, 4, 48901 Barakaldo
El jardín de las delicias" by All'Antica Musika is an interdisciplinary project that combines early Spanish and Latin American music (16th-18th centuries) with theatre and dance, narrating the last thoughts of King Philip II.
Musicians
- Jorge Santos (actor)
- Laiene Alcalá (soprano)
- Venecia Grifell (dancer)
- Diego de Amigo (baroque violin)
- David Sáez (recorders)
- Silvia Cantatore (viola da gamba)
- Teresa Merino (theorbo)
- Elvira Pujol (harpsichord)
- Adrian Santamaria (percussion)
21/03/2026 19:00 CET (21/03/2026 19:00 CET)
The Conservatory of Menorca celebrates Early Music Day On-site
Conservatori Professional de Música de Menorca and JJMM d'Alaior SpainSala de Cultura Sant Diego, Alaior, Es Banyer, S/N, 07730 Alaior
As is tradition at Conservatori Professional de Música de Menorca, students and teachers of the center celebrate Early Music Day, with a concert-conference in which you can listen to music for guitar, string quartet, violin and voice.
Musicians
09/04/2026 16:00 CEST
French & Italian Lute Music from the Baroque Era Online
Escola d'Adults Pau Casals de Rubí SpainEscola Municipal de Música Pere Burés, Joaquim Blume, 28, 08191 Rubí
First concert ever with a 14-course lute with works by pretty unknown baroque composers for the lute such as Louys de Moy & Giovanni Zamboni.
Musicians
- Joaquim Bogunyà, 14-course lute.
21/03/2026 19:00 CET (21/03/2026 19:00 CET)
"Early Music Desk. ¡Haendel All’Italiana!" Online
Festival Encuentro Silva de Sirenas (FESS Madrid) SpainEspacio Silva de Sirenas, C/ Vinaroz 16, 28002 Madrid
Early Music Desk offers an intimate listening experience: a close acoustic, direct dialogue between performer and listener, commentary on the works, a final discussion, and a relaxed space for conversation. The event is also streamed online.
Musicians
- DELIRIVM MUSICA
- Beatriz Amezúa, violin
- Diego Fernández, harpsichord
- Juan Portilla, recorder
16/03/2026 16:30 CET
Semana de la música antigua On-site
Conservatorio Municipal de Barakaldo SpainConservatorio Municipal de Barakaldo, Av. A. Miranda, 4, Aptdo: 118, 48902 San Vicente de Barakaldo, Biscay, 48902 Barakaldo
Throughout the week, there will be chamber music auditions, a concert by the conservatory orchestra, and a concert and masterclass by the All'Antica Musika ensemble.
Musicians
- Students from the centre
- Conservatory symphony orchestra
- All'Antica Musika group
21/03/2026 19:00 CET
Dialogues. Duet medieval dances Online and On-site
Fundación Municipal de Cultura, Educación y Universidad Popular de Gijón SpainMuseo Casa Natal de Jovellanos, Plazuela de Jovellanos, s/n, Centro, 33201 Gijón, Asturias, 33201 Gijón
The ensemble Eloqventia presents a program whose title alludes to the intercultural relationship characteristic of the Middle Ages, featuring music from the Christian kingdoms, al-Andalus and the Sephardic tradition
Musicians
- Eloqventia
- Alejandro Villar – soprano, alto and tenor recorders, double flute, gemshorn, medieval bamboo flute and symphonia
- David Mayoral – Darbukas, frame drums, doira, tambourine, tamburello, bells, dulcimer and chimes
17/03/2026 20:30 CET
Alla Madonna: Compositoras del Seicento Sacro. On-site
MUSACE (IV Festival de Música Sacra de Ceuta) SpainIglesia de nuestra Señora de África, Pl. de África, 51001 Ceuta
This programme traces a musical and spiritual journey around the figure of the Virgin Mary, through the female voices who composed in her name in 17th-century Italy. From cloistered convents to cultured salons, the composers
Musicians
- DOLCE RIMA
- Paula Brieba, theorbo
- Julieta Viñas, soprano
20/03/2026 18:00 CET (20/03/2026 18:00 CET)
Workshop on Bach's St Matthew Passion On-site
Festival Encuentro Silva de Sirenas (FESS Madrid) SpainEspacio Silva de Sirenas, C/ Vinaroz 16, 28002 Madrid
We will approach Bach's music through a guided listening session of his St Matthew Passion. We will learn about the context, describe the main elements, analyse the most notable moments and delve deeper into this monumental work.
Musicians
- Workshop given by Rodrigo Guerrero
27/03/2026 19:30 CET
Lighten mine eies On-site
FESTIVAL BAS BILBAO SpainIglesia de la Encarnación, Encarnacion Plaza, 9, Ibaiondo, 48006 Bilbao
This concert embarks on a journey into the English 17th century. Inventive harp consorts and intimate psalms composed by William Lawes reveal a bold, expressive voice. A rare encounter with music of striking beauty and emotional depth
Musicians
- Amélie Raison, soprano
- Fiona McGown, mezzo soprano
- Cyril Costanzo, bass
- Loris Barrucand, organ/harpsichord
- Manon Papasergio, harp
- Fiona-Émilie Poupard, violin/viola da gamba
- Simon Waddell, theorbo
- Robin Pharo, viola da gamba
27/02/2026 18:00 CET
Album Release: Visions du Diable Online
Johanna Rose // Rubicon Classics SpainCalle Castellar 43, 41003 Seville
In this album, Johanna Rose continues her exploration of the repertory by two towering figures of the instrument: Marin Marais and Antoine Forqueray. As Hubert Le Blanc famously observed, “Marais played like an angel, Forqueray like the devil.”
Musicians
- Johanna Rose, viola da gamba
- Javier Núñez, harpsichord
21/03/2026 20:00 CET (21/03/2026 20:00 CET)
LA LIRA DEL CIELO. Resurrección de una voz dormida On-site
Catedral de Toledo 800 Anniversary SpainCathedral of TOLEDO, Catedral Primada de Toledo. Calle Cardenal Cisneros, 1. , 45002 Toledo, Spain
Sacred concert with double-choir music and orchestra from Holy Week in Toledo (1764), featuring works by Juan Rossell. Performed by Nereydas under Ulises Illán, including the revival of the historic lira celi, a rare bowed-string keyboard instrument.
Musicians
- Nereydas Ulises Illán, conductor
- Sergio Suárez, concertino
- Elvira Martínez, violín I
- María Hernández, violín I
- Clara de Benito, violín I
- Lidia Fernández, violín II
- Sònia Benavent, violín II
- Irene Martínez, violín II
- Manuel Muñoz, violín II
- Candela Gómez, violonchelo
- Blanca Martín, violonchelo
- Javier Utrabo, contrabajo
- Antonio Campillo, traverso I
- Laura Quesada, traverso II
- David Palanca, clave
- Juan José Montero, lira del cielo (lira celi)
- Evelyn Johnson Zamudio, soprano
- Alexandra Tarniceru, soprano
- Sandra Redondo, soprano
- Laura Pulido, soprano
- Jorge Enrique García, alto
- Bruno Campelo, alto
- Pablo León Sainz de Robles, alto
- Luken Munguira, tenor
- Íñigo Casalí, tenor
- Álvaro Soto, tenor
- Jesús Mª García Aréjula, bajo
- Kevin Adeva, bajo.
21/03/2026 11:00 CET
Victoria Motecta recording session Online
Musica Reservata de Barcelona SpainChapel of l'Esperança. Palma de Sant Just 4, Barcelona
Promo video of the recording session of our double CD MOTECTA 1572 with music by T. L. de Victoria
Musicians
- Musica Reservata de Barcelona
21/03/2026 19:00 CET
Día Europeo de la Música Antigua On-site
Semana de Música Antigua de Álava SpainCatedral Santa María de Vitoria-Gasteiz, Santa Maria Plaza, s/n, 01001 Vitoria-Gasteiz, Araba, 01001 Vitoria - Gasteiz
The 44th edition of the Early Music Week in Alava celebrates for the first time the European Early Music Day.
Musicians
- Musikene Orchestra
- Alfredo Bernardini
21/03/2026 18:00 CET
ROMANCES Online
Accademia del Piacere SpainSalón de los Tapices del Real Alcázar de Sevilla, Calle Maravilla 2, bajo , 41003 Sevilla
The idea is exploring the musical and poetic connections between Eastern and Western traditions. The program combines medieval Spanish, Arabic, and other Mediterranean influences, creating a dialogue across centuries and cultures.
Musicians
- Ghalia Benali, singer
- Quiteria Muñoz, soprano
- Dani de Morón flamenco, guitar
- Kiya Tabassian, setar
- Rami Alqhai, viola da gamba
- Johanna Rose, viola da gamba
- Javier Núñez, positive organ
- Agustín Diassera, percussion
- Fahmi Alqhai, viola da gamba and musical direction
20/03/2026 16:00 CET
Spanish American Baroque Music Online
Opera Omnia Spaincalle Mayor, 1 Madrid, Madrid
This video brings together a brief selection of moments from several of our concerts, presenting different repertoires and contexts in which we have performed this music.
Musicians
- Manon Chauvin, soprano
- Cristina Teijeiro, soprano
- Sandra Cotarelo, soprano
- Adriana Mayer, alto
- Francisco Díaz Carrilo, tenor
- Fabio Barrutia, bass
- Beatriz Amezúa, violin
- Guillermo Martínez, cello
- Silvia Jiménez, Doble base
- Asís Márquez, organ
- Jorge López-Escribano, organ
- Josías Rodríguez, guitar
- Sara Águeda, harp
- Calia Álvarez, viola da gamba
- Daniel Garay, percussion
- Pere Olivé, percussion
- Isaac M. Pulet, violin and conductor
