Collegium Cartusianum

German Baroque Ensemble

Collegium Cartusianum is a Baroque ensemble based in Cologne, Germany, founded in 1974 by conductor Peter Neumann. The ensemble specializes in the performance of sacred and secular music from the 17th and 18th centuries, often using period instruments to achieve historical authenticity in their interpretations. Over the years, Collegium Cartusianum has gained recognition for its performances and recordings, collaborating with renowned soloists and choirs to bring Baroque compositions to contemporary audiences. Their repertoire includes works by composers such as Handel, Bach, and Mozart, among others. The ensemble's dedication to historically informed performance practice has established it as a respected group within the early music community.