Spiritato is an exciting and dynamic group of young musicians based in London, performing music from the 17th and 18th centuries. Founded in 2008, the group has sought to challenge and delight audiences with innovative programmes featuring lesser-known composers alongside old favourites.
The group has a special interest in English Restoration theatre music, and has recently been exploring this vibrant and unusual branch of Baroque music. Their debut CD The Humors of the Age, is due to be released later in the year, featuring works by Daniel Purcell, John Eccles, Godfrey Finger and Matthew Locke.
Recent performances for the group have included White Night at the Brighton Early Music Festival 2011 and a live broadcast of music by Henry Purcell and Godfrey Finger on In Tune for BBC Radio 3.
Working primarily as a small scale chamber group, the ensemble can be extended to perform larger works and is equally at home playing both intimate chamber recitals and rousing large scale concerts.