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.
2025
December
Advent Calendar
Daily online surprises
Mon 01.12.25 to Wed 24.12.25
Gold-printed paper calendar
2026
January
Semper Dowland
Homage to the Master of Melancholy
Sun 25.01.26 18:15 Concert
Barfüsserkirche, Historisches Museum Basel
February
Mit und ohne Haken
Harp parcours
Sun 22.02.26 18:15–20:00
Papiermühle – St. Alban-Kirche – Gasthof zum Goldenen Stern