Hey, y’all!

Bama Baroque (501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; EIN: 33-3044870) is an exciting new early music ensemble based in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Founded in 2024 by Baroque violinist Lindsey Tootle and harpsichordist Dr. Michael Delfin, Bama Baroque is one of only a handful of professional historical performance groups in Alabama’s history.

Aiming to connect with Alabama audiences in a way that feels both inspiring and familiar, Bama Baroque’s mission is to share performances that are unpretentious, rich in scholarship, history, and storytelling, and full of joy. The ensemble’s musical focus reaches beyond just the exquisite beauty of Baroque-era classical music (c. 1600–1750) to include the folk and popular music of the same era, especially from North America: ancient ballads, sacred songs and spirituals, traditional dance tunes, and more - all on period (historical) instruments.

The founding of Bama Baroque was, in one word, serendipitous. Co-founder Lindsey, a native of Huntsville, Alabama, had long dreamed of hearing her favorite music - early music - performed more often in her home state. Meanwhile, co-founder Michael, her longtime friend and musical collaborator, and his family unexpectedly relocated to Tuscaloosa, Alabama in 2024. Lindsey and Michael capitalized immediately on this remarkable coincidence, and, with years of shared experiences and a deep sense of purpose uniting their vision, founded Bama Baroque.

Whether in a concert hall or on the back porch, Bama Baroque is here to share the magic and wonder of early music with anyone who’s willing to listen.