Rachel Podger

Rachel Podger is a British-born violinist specializing in Baroque and Classical music. She is recognized as a leading interpreter of historical performance practice on the violin, playing on gut strings and using bows appropriate to the period of the music.

Podger is renowned for her virtuosity, expressive playing, and insightful interpretations of repertoire ranging from early Baroque composers like Biber and Corelli to Classical masters such as Mozart and Haydn. She is a prolific recording artist with numerous award-winning albums.

Podger has held prominent positions in the early music world, including artistic director of Brecon Baroque Festival, artistic director of the European Baroque Orchestra (EUBO), and has been a visiting professor at the Royal Academy of Music and the Guildhall School of Music & Drama. She also teaches regularly at international masterclasses.

Her performances are characterized by a deep understanding of historical context, combined with a passion for bringing the music to life for modern audiences. She is highly respected for her contributions to the understanding and appreciation of historically informed performance.