Making Early Music in Nova Scotia since 1978
Early Music refers to music composed before approximately 1750. This includes composers such as Bach, Purcell, Lully and many others.
- to open lines of communication related to early music activities within the community
- to nurture early music making at all levels
- to encourage performance opportunities
- to build audiences that enjoy early music.
We host 'readings' where vocalists and musicians get together to play (without rehearsal), and workshops with professionals, including dance night, throughout the year and occasionally professional concerts. Many of our members are part of classes in a particular instrument and/or informal consorts which meet to play early music.
Characteristics of Early Music
played and promoted by EMSNS
- Written by western European composers before 1750, including the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and Baroque periods
- begins with plain (monophonic) Gregorian chant of the Middle Ages through the development of polyphony, madrigals and opera
Upcoming Events
Handel with Care
Save the date: Â September 26, 2026 EMSNS OPENER: Â Handel with Care, Choral and orchestra event, directed by Garth McPhee at St. Georges Round Church.
Lutes and Yoga
Please join Susan Barratt for a yoga class on October 17th: Â 1030am - 1130am Doors will open at 10:15am and close at 11:45am All levels are welcome.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
The Current Board
President: Marcus Merrin
Treasurer: Jeffrey Zhang
Secretary: Anita Regan
Programming: Andrew Pickett
Members at large:
Karen Langille
Jay Perry
Kate Wilkinson
Margo Lindener