Explore Baroque Music with Tafelmusik: Instruments, History & Sound
Step into the soundscape of the 17th and 18th centuries. At Tafelmusik, many of our musicians perform on instruments that are over 300 years old, using techniques rooted in historical research. This approach—called historically informed performance—helps us bring baroque music to life as it might have sounded in its own time. Whether you’re new to this style or a long-time fan, you’ll find tools here to learn more, listen closely, and deepen your connection to the music.
Start Here – Baroque 101
New to Baroque? We’ve got you.
Quick guides for curious minds. Learn why we use period instruments, how baroque music was performed, and what makes Tafelmusik’s approach unique.
Explore Baroque 101
Baroque Glossary
Everything you need to know.
Not sure what a continuo is? Our glossary breaks down the most common baroque terms—no music degree required.
Explore the GlossaryBehind the Musik
Behind the Musik: Samuel Mariño
Behind the Musik: Concerti Virtuosi
Behind the Musik: Choral Splendours
Deeper Dive
Behind the Lens with Betty Shin Binon
Get to know Alfredo Bernardini
Meet Miloš Valent
Watch & Listen
Curious what a Tafelmusik concert feels like?
Get a taste of the experience on our YouTube channel—watch concert clips and full performances before you pick your seat.
More than just musik
Musik in Motion—A free series of collaborative videos, featuring local artists of diverse art forms, exploring our commitment to “baroque and beyond.”
Want to hear the music in action?
Explore our upcoming concerts and experience the world of baroque, live in Toronto.
