Karen McLaughlin

The ensemble emphasizes deep cultural and historical context in their programming, often presenting thematic concert series in intimate venues around the Hudson Valley. The non-profit company is based in Hudson, NY. The company is an early music group specializing in historically informed performances on period instruments, with a core ensemble featuring soprano, harpsichord or fortepiano, two violins, flute, and cello. The company's repertoire spans from the Renaissance through Baroque to Viennese Classical works by composers such as Couperin, Rameau, Scarlatti, Purcell, Handel, Bach, Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven. The company offers detailed program notes and recordings, including a project releasing Couperin ’ s complete harpsichord works, and produce digital content such as a YouTube series with illustrated program notes. Education and outreach are central to their mission, aiming to inspire creative thinking and musical appreciation among young audiences. Four Nations Inc was founded in 1986.