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 2023, for a production to take place within two years of the award being made.

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Thirteenth Handel Institute Conference

The thirteenth Handel Institute Conference will take place from Friday 17 to Sunday 19 November 2023. Booking is now open and will close at midnight on Thursday 9 November 2023.

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Handel Institute Research Award

The closing date for applications is 30 November 2023.

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Handel Institute Conference Awards

Closing dates for applications are 30 April, 31 August and 30 November annually.

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