Utrecht School

The Utrecht School refers to a group of musicologists and scholars associated with Utrecht University in the Netherlands, active mainly in the 20th century. They are known for their systematic and analytical approach to early music, focusing on historically informed research, performance practices, and music editing. Their work emphasizes understanding music within its historical context using rigorous methods, blending scholarly research with performance considerations. This approach has significantly influenced how early music, especially medieval and Renaissance works, is studied and performed today.