Long before the modern revival of Celtic music, the evocative airs and driving dance tunes of Scotland and Ireland were captivating listeners across the 17th and 18th centuries. The Celtic Baroque explores a fascinating crossroads in musical history, where ancient oral traditions seamlessly intertwined with the refined elegance of European Baroque composition. Featuring the timeless melodies of legendary Irish harper Turlough O'Carolan, the brilliant Scottish folk settings of Italian expat Francesco Barsanti, and more. This program reveals how the soulful, rhythmic energy of today's Celtic music is deeply rooted in these early historical practices. Join us for a vibrant journey through a rich musical landscape, where traditional folk elements and historical instruments blur the line between the tavern and the drawing room.