Valencia Baryton Project to Perform Concert in Milford

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The Mispillion Performance Series will present The Valencia Baryton Project for its spring season opening concert on Saturday, April 18 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Avenue United Methodist Church in Milford, Delaware. The ensemble reimagines the forgotten sound of the baryton, an 18th-century string instrument that blends bowed and plucked strings, and will perform Haydn's 123 trios and other works written for baryton, viola, and cello.

Why it matters

The Valencia Baryton Project's concert aims to revive interest in the baryton, an instrument that was once considered the pinnacle of aristocratic instruments but has since fallen into obscurity. Their innovative programming and polished sound have earned international acclaim, bringing new life to this forgotten musical treasure.

The details

The Valencia Baryton Project is a dynamic ensemble that reimagines the sound of the baryton, an 18th-century string instrument that combines bowed and plucked strings. Together, they will perform Haydn's 123 trios and other works written for baryton, viola, and cello, while also expanding the repertoire through modern commissions. The trio has performed across Europe and the Americas, earning praise for their inventive programming and polished sound.

• The concert will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

What’s next

The free, unticketed concert is open to the public and will take place at Avenue United Methodist Church in Milford, Delaware.