About me

Passionate and devoted to the Italian repertoire of the early Baroque and the art of diminution, baroque violinist Leonor de Lera has often been referred to as one of the “top specialists in the field of early seventeenth century music and one of the most important violinists on the national scene”.

She is soon to release her new solo album, which will undoubtedly be her more personal work to date. The project has been a labor of love, driven by an unwavering desire to delve deeper into the theory and praxis of diminutions, allowing her to deepen her understanding of this fascinating topic. More on that coming soon.

Of Spanish-French origin, Leonor’s upbringing was greatly influenced by the fusion of these two cultures. She began studying the violin at the Conservatorio de Ferraz in Madrid when she was six years old, and her passion for music only grew since then.

Later, she continued her education at the renowned Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, where she had the privilege of studying under the late Mr. Yfrah Neaman. It was during this time that she developed a keen interest in early music, which led her to specialise in baroque violin, studying with Ms. Rachel Podger. After earning her Bachelor of Music diploma she was awarded a scholarship to continue her studies as a Postgraduate at the prestigious Royal Academy of Music, where she continued studying with Ms. Podger. She then continued her studies with the renowned violinist Enrico Onofri, further refining her skills and expanding her knowledge as a baroque player.