Caroline
Ritchie

viola da gamba, fiddle and Lirone a.o.

Roots
Born and raised in Great Britain

Study
I studied in Oxford (New College), London (Royal Academy of Music) and Basel (Schola Cantorum Basiliensis).

Professional
I play viola da gamba, fiddle, lirone and cello, in various ensembles, be it consort, solo and continuo playing.

Why
I often ask myself that. Better said, it chose me. But I am happy with it.

Elective Affinities
This is a very personal question. So many things have impacted my life and career.

carolineritchiegamba.com.

Psalmy Dawida 2022 June
Paper, Ink, and Pen 2021 February

2025

October

Brummen und Blaßen

Shawm, Dulcian, Douçaine, Rackett and Crumhorn
Sun 26.10.25 17:45 Intro 18:15 Concert

Barfüsserkirche
Historisches Museum Basel

November

Byrd and the Baron

A secret Christmas
Sun 30.11.25 18:15 Concert

Barfüsserkirche
Historisches Museum Basel

Byrd and the Baron

A secret Christmas
Sun 30.11.25 18:15 Concert

Barfüsserkirche
Basel Historical Museum

December

Advent Calendar

Daily online surprises
Mon 01.12.25 to Wed 24.12.25

Gold-printed paper calendar