Supporting the next generation
The Arcangelo New Ensemblists programme was founded in our 10th anniversary year to support the next generation of outstanding ensemble instrumentalists dedicated to period performance. The programme aims to address the lack of professional gateway training in this specialist area, bridging the difficult transition from conservatoire education to an exciting, rewarding and sustainable performing career.
Our Ensemblists
2028 – 30
Cohort 5
Auditions for Cohort 5 are provisionally scheduled for Winter 2027-28. We will email our mailing list as soon as audition information becomes available — sign up using the form at the bottom of this page, and follow us on social media for updates.
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2026 – 28
Cohort 4
The Arcangelo New Ensemblists 2026-28 are Chloe Kim, Miriam Hontana (Violin), Joseph Pritchard (Cello) and Felix Gutschi (Recorder)
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2024 – 26
Cohort 3
The Arcangelo New Ensemblists 2024-26 were Leo Appel, Carmen Lavada Johnson-Pájaro (Violin), Jaume Pueyo Solà (Viola), Martin Egidi (Cello) and Francisco Javier Sánchez Castillo (Bassoon)
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2022 – 24
Cohort 2
The Arcangelo New Ensemblists 2022-24 were Cristina Prats-Costa (Violin), Yaoré Talibart (Violin) and Madeleine Renée Bouëssou (Cello).
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2020 – 22
Cohort 1
The Arcangelo New Ensemblists 2020-22 were Sophia Prodanova (Violin), Sergio Bucheli (Lute) and Ismael Campanero Nieto (Bass).
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About the programme
The Arcangelo New Ensemblists programme runs in two-year 'cohorts' selected at auditions held every two years. Each cohort's programme is different, reflecting the different Arcangelo projects which take place in the period, and the specific needs and interests of the individual New Ensemblists. To see the actual experiences of current and past cohorts, use the links on this page.
Performance experience
All Arcangelo New Ensemblists participate in Arcangelo concerts, tours and recordings over the course of their programme, working on an equal basis with the rest of the Arcangelo ensemble.
Skills & mentoring
An 'academy strand' of workshops and masterclasses affords opportunities to work intensively on practical professional music-making skills, guided by expert mentors.
Career & profile support
The New Ensemblists programme offers substantial professional profile and career development through personal media allowances and creative investment funds, and live and digital showcasing.
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Auditions
The next auditions will be for the Arcangelo New Ensemblists Cohort 5: 2028-30 and are provisionally scheduled for Winter 2027-28. We will always email our mailing list when auditions information becomes available: please sign up using the form at the bottom of any page of this website. We also share updates via social media.
Programme supporters
The creation of the Arcangelo New Ensemblists programme was made possible through the founding generosity of continuing supporters Clive Potter and Harry Lee. Since 2020 the programme has received further essential and generous grant support from the Garrick Charitable Trust, the Idlewild Trust, the D’Oyly Carte Charitable Trust, the Marchus Trust, Foyle Foundation, Jerwood Foundation, Scops Arts Trust and Trinity Buoy Wharf Trust.
