Robert Barto

Baroque Lutenist and Scholar

Robert Barto is a renowned lutenist specializing in the performance of Baroque and Renaissance music. He has gained international acclaim for his interpretations of lute music, particularly the works of composers such as Sylvius Leopold Weiss and Johann Sebastian Bach. Barto's career has been marked by a series of critically acclaimed recordings, which have contributed significantly to the revival of interest in lute music. His discography includes a substantial number of albums dedicated to the lute sonatas of Weiss, which are considered some of the most important compositions for the instrument. Through his meticulous technique and expressive playing, Robert Barto has established himself as a leading figure in the world of early music performance.