Society for Historical Performance (UK)

The Society for Historical Performance (UK) is a professional organization dedicated to promoting the understanding and practice of music performance from earlier periods, such as the Baroque, Classical, and Renaissance eras. It supports musicians, researchers, and educators interested in historically informed practices, encouraging the use of period instruments, authentic techniques, and historical research to bring early music to life as it was originally intended. Through conferences, publications, and collaborative projects, the Society aims to enhance performance quality and deepen appreciation of historical musical contexts.