Vision:

Publick Musick is dedicated to performing music of the 17thand 18th centuries with particular emphasis on the compositions of Johann Sebastian Bach.

Mission:

Publick Musick achieves its vision through consummate performances of passion and power; devoting equal attention to both vocal and instrumental development.  Deriving inspiration from the work of the greatest figures of the Early Music revival and informing its performances through current historical research and performance practices, Publick Musick seeks to develop new audiences for the music of Bach and his baroque contemporaries.

Publick Musick records for the Musica Omnia label.  The first two recordings, J.S. Bach:  Missae Breves and Cantatas BWV 62, 45, 192, and 140 were released in 2006 and 2007 respectively.

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The History of Publick Musick

Launched in its current form in 2004, Publick Musick's history stretches back to 1995. Click here for a brief history of the ensemble.

Thomas J. Folan, Artistic Director and Conductor

Thomas Folan leads Publick Musick as Artistic Director and Conductor. At home with the repertoire of 16th to the 18th centuries, he is an expert in the performance of Bach's choral and orchestral music.

Click here to read a short biography of Thomas Folan.
Click here to download Thomas Folan's resume in PDF format.

Peter Watchorn, Orchestral Ensemble Director

Peter Watchorn performs as Harpsichordist and is Publick Musick's Orchestral Ensemble Director. His recordings of Bach's keyboard music have been widely acclaimed both in the United States and in Europe.

Click here to read a short biography of Peter Watchorn.
Click here to download Peter Watchorn's resume in PDF format.
Click here to read about Peter Watchorn in Wikipedia.

Our Performers

The musicians that comprise Publick Musick are specialists in the performance practice of Early Music. In addition to being ensemble members, many are also noted soloists who have performed and recorded with leading early music ensembles throughout North America and Europe.

This website was made possible, in part, with funds from the New York State Council on the Arts.