empty cell Nikolaus Harnoncourt & Gustav Leonhardt
Nikolaus Harnoncourt and Gustav Leonhardt were prominent conductors and performers of Baroque music. Together, they participated in the first complete recording of Bach's cantatas using a historically informed approach. Their collaboration also encompassed other works from the Baroque repertoire, emphasizing authentic performance practices. Harnoncourt was known for his pioneering approach to historical interpretation, while Leonhardt was a renowned harpsichordist and conductor. Their joint recordings influenced subsequent generations of musicians and contributed to the revival of interest in Baroque music.
