Harry Bicket

British Conductor and Harpsichordist

Harry Bicket is an esteemed British conductor and harpsichordist, renowned for his interpretations of baroque and classical music. He has served as the Artistic Director of The English Concert, one of the UK's finest period instrument orchestras, since 2007. Bicket is particularly noted for his work with operatic and choral repertoire, often conducting at prestigious venues and with leading opera companies around the world. His expertise in Handel's music is well recognized, and he has conducted numerous performances of Handel's operas and oratorios. In addition to live performances, Harry Bicket has made several recordings that have been well received by critics and audiences alike, contributing to his reputation as a leading interpreter of early music on the international stage.