Business Details
33 Years
experience
Cambridge Early Music Concerts & Summer Schools
Since 1993, Cambridge Early Music has been dedicated to advancing the appreciation of historical music through education and performance. Founded by Selene Mills, our organisation initially focused on providing high-level courses in historically-informed performance before expanding to curate an annual series of ten concerts featuring both established and lesser-known works from the Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque periods. Our prestigious Summer Schools specialising in Renaissance and Baroque music attract amateur, semi-professional, and professional musicians from across the UK and internationally.We collaborate with local universities to support students and young musicians through initiatives like Cambridgeshire Music Hub, while also offering discounted concert access for students and free entry for under-18s. Our commitment to emerging artists is demonstrated through the Cambridge Early Music Prize at the York Early Music Festival and partnerships with schemes like Brighton Early Music Live. With a focus on artistic excellence and scholarly integrity, we create inclusive musical communities that celebrate cultural diversity and intellectual exploration.
Services
Concerts
Summer Schools
Workshops
Education Programs
Artist Support
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years' experience promoting historical music performance
- Our Summer Schools feature internationally acclaimed tutors
- We support emerging artists through dedicated prize schemes
- We offer accessible music education for all age groups
- We maintain partnerships with leading academic institutions
Associations and certifications
- Charitable Incorporated Organisation (Registration No. 1127932)
Services
Historical Concerts
We present historically-informed performances of Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque music using period instruments. Our concert series features both established and lesser-known works performed by UK and international artists. The annual program includes ten concerts held in Cambridge's historic venues.
Summer Schools
Our residential study weeks focus on Baroque and Renaissance music for adult musicians. Participants receive intensive tuition from acclaimed tutors in chamber and ensemble settings. The courses combine technical instruction with performance opportunities in a supportive environment.
Education Programs
We deliver educational initiatives for all ages including school projects, pre-concert talks, and community workshops. Our ROOTS project connects professional musicians with Cambridgeshire schools through vocal and instrumental training programs.
Artist Support
We support emerging musicians through prize schemes, performance opportunities, and educational partnerships. Our initiatives include the Cambridge Early Music Prize at York Early Music Festival and collaborations with emerging artist programs.
Community Projects
Our outreach initiatives promote historical music appreciation through public workshops and university collaborations. We offer discounted student tickets and free entry for under-18s to foster community engagement with early music.
People
Selene Mills
Founder
Founder of Cambridge Early Music in 1993, Selene Mills established the organisation's focus on historically-informed performance education and concert programming.
Beatriz Aranguren
Administrator
As administrator, Beatriz Aranguren manages day-to-day operations and coordinates educational programs for Cambridge Early Music.
Questions
What types of music does Cambridge Early Music specialise in?
We specialise in Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque music performed on period instruments with historically-informed techniques.
Are concerts accessible for students and young people?
Full-time students receive discounted tickets while under-18s can attend free when accompanied by paying adults.
Do you offer educational programs for adults?
Our prestigious Summer Schools provide intensive study weeks for adult musicians focusing on historical performance practices.
How can emerging artists receive support?
We offer the Cambridge Early Music Prize at York Early Music Festival and collaborate with emerging artist schemes.
What community projects do you run?
Our ROOTS project connects professional musicians with schools through vocal and instrumental music education programs.
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