Historical Performance
Coursework in historical performance requires students to not only study and perfect their chosen instrument, but also understand the cultural and musical history behind the pieces they perform. You can purse study in nine different instruments including fortepiano, harpsichord, organ, recorder, early and historical oboes, viola da gamba, and Baroque flute, violin, and cello. You can also pursue combined studies in historical keyboards and Baroque cello with viola da gamba.
Program Facts
- Program Type: Major, Minor
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- Bachelor of Music (BM)
- Master of Music (MM)
- Division: Historical Performance
Director
Mark Edwards,
Associate Professor of Harpsichord
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Performance Ensembles
Oberlin sponsors approximately 500 concerts on campus each year, including recitals and concerts by the more than 25 student ensembles, and performances and master classes by guest artists. From jazz to contemporary guitar, classical to popular, computer-generated to acoustic, and from time-tested compositions to newer works, the college and conservatory present performances to satisfy any musical interest.
Performance EnsemblesUpcoming Historical Performance Events
Concert: Collegium Musicum
Concert: Collegium Musicum
Artist Recital Series: Silkroad Ensemble—Uplifted Voices
Historical Performance News
Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment Makes Rare U.S. Visit Nov. 22 at Oberlin
November 5, 2019
Robert Willoughby, Legendary Flute Professor and Performer, Dies at 96
April 24, 2018
Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra Takes Bach to the Future Feb. 28
February 22, 2017
