Capriccio Stravagante

Baroque Ensemble Specializing in Early Music Performance

Capriccio Stravagante is not an individual artist or composer but rather an early music ensemble founded by the renowned harpsichordist and conductor Skip Sempé. The ensemble specializes in the performance of Renaissance and Baroque music, using period instruments to achieve an authentic sound that is faithful to the historical context of the works they play. Since its inception in the 1980s, Capriccio Stravagante has gained international acclaim for its virtuosic performances and has contributed significantly to the revival of early music. The ensemble's repertoire spans a wide range of musical forms, including fantasias, concertos, and operatic intermedii, showcasing the diverse styles of the 16th and 17th centuries. Through their recordings and live performances, Capriccio Stravagante has established itself as a leading force in the field of historically informed performance.