History of L'Académie
The idea of L'Académie began at a small gathering of friends, where the discussion turned to the state of musical performance in Boston. There was a common desire to recapture the spirit of novelty and exploration which seemed to characterize the early music movement in Boston in decades past, taking advantage of the wealth of talent emerging from Boston's educational institutions. With this goal in mind, founders Leslie Kwan and Michael Barrett, supported by numerous colleagues and friends, undertook the venture which will see its first fruits in February of 2009.
Mission
Our mission is to encourage, develop and preserve the extraordinary legacy of Boston as a world-class center for early music, through engaging performances of the highest quality.
Vision
- prepare and perform works from the Baroque repertoire (17th and early 18th centuries), with a focus on lesser-known composers and works
- the appreciation and enjoyment of early music through relevant and accessible concerts of the highest professional standard
- work with established professionals from the Boston area and beyond
- affirm in our performances the relationship between verbal and musical rhetoric
- preserve the legacy of Boston as an early music center through associations with local universities, mentoring programs for young musicians, and partnerships with local charities
Board of Directors
Founders and Directors
Leslie KwanMichael Barrett
Advisory Board
Dr. Jameson N. MarvinPeter Sykes
Operational Board
Paulo CarminatiGraham Wright
