Welcome to The Handel Institute
The Handel Institute, established in 1987, is a British registered charity (no. 296615) which promotes study and appreciation of the music and life of George Frideric Handel (1685–1759).
Detail from a portrait of Handel (1726–8), attributed to Balthasar Denner: National Portrait Gallery, London, NPG 1976
Latest News
Handel Institute Opera Awards
The next closing date for applications is 30 November 2022, for a production to take place within two years of the award being made.
Thirteenth Handel Institute Conference
The call for papers for the thirteenth Handel Institute Conference (17–19 November 2023) is now open.
Handel Institute Research Award
The closing date for applications is 30 November 2022.
Handel Institute Conference Awards
Closing dates for applications are 30 April, 31 August and 30 November annually.