Rachel Podger
Rachel is a leading English violinist who specialises in baroque
and classical violin. She was appointed Concert Master of the
English Concert in 1997 with whom she tours extensively as leader
and soloist, and she is a member of the Palladian Ensemble. Rachel
has given solo and ensemble performances across Europe and is
frequently broadcast on BBC radio. Her recently released CDs of
Bach’s Sonatas and Partitas received critical acclaim.
Rachel has collaborated regularly with the College, and her
appointment as International Chair will extend her work with the
College’s students specialising in historically informed
performance.