Adrian Chandler, leader of historical performance group La Serenissima, is a Baroque violinist known for his scholarly yet edgy virtuosity. Born in England in 1974, Chandler was inspired by Baroque violinist Iona Brown and founded La Serenissima while studying at the Royal College of Music. He has performed with various ensembles, released albums on labels like Avie and Signum Classics, and conducted research on the North Italian violin concerto.
Chandler's extensive discography includes innovative albums like The Rise of the North Italian Violin Concerto series and The Godfather: Masters of the German & Italian Baroque. He continued to release music during the COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing his talents in albums such as Vivaldi's Women and An Englishman Abroad. With a recording catalog of 25 items, Chandler remains a prominent figure in the Baroque music scene.
