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Ensemble

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Vocal

 

Confraternita de' Musici is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2008 in Rome, Italy. The group is made up of highly skilled musicians who are dedicated to performing classical music from the Baroque and Renaissance periods. The ensemble has gained a reputation for their exceptional performances and has won numerous awards for their work. The founding members of Confraternita de' Musici were all graduates of the Conservatory of Santa Cecilia in Rome. They shared a passion for classical music and wanted to create an ensemble that would allow them to showcase their talents and perform the music they loved. The group started out as a small ensemble, but quickly grew in popularity as they began to perform in various venues throughout Italy. The main members of Confraternita de' Musici are violinist and artistic director, Marco Serino, cellist, Alessandro Andriani, and harpsichordist, Andrea Coen. These three musicians have been with the ensemble since its founding and have played a significant role in shaping the group's sound and style. They are joined by a rotating cast of musicians who are selected based on their skill and experience. One of the highlights of Confraternita de' Musici's career was their performance at the Festival de Musique Baroque de Pontoise in France in 2012. The festival is one of the most prestigious Baroque music festivals in Europe and attracts some of the best musicians from around the world. Confraternita de' Musici was invited to perform at the festival after impressing the organizers with their recordings and live performances. The ensemble performed a program of Baroque music by composers such as Vivaldi, Corelli, and Handel, and received a standing ovation from the audience. Another notable performance by Confraternita de' Musici was their concert at the Teatro Argentina in Rome in 2015. The concert was part of the theater's "Musica in Scena" series, which showcases some of the best classical music ensembles in Italy. Confraternita de' Musici performed a program of music by Italian composers such as Monteverdi, Scarlatti, and Pergolesi. The concert was well-received by the audience and received positive reviews from music critics. Confraternita de' Musici has also won several awards for their work. In 2010, the ensemble won the "Premio Nazionale delle Arti" award, which is given to artists who have made significant contributions to the arts in Italy. The award recognized Confraternita de' Musici's dedication to performing classical music and their efforts to promote the genre to a wider audience. In addition to their performances, Confraternita de' Musici is also committed to education and outreach. The ensemble regularly holds workshops and masterclasses for young musicians, and has worked with schools and community organizations to promote classical music. They believe that classical music is an important part of Italy's cultural heritage and are dedicated to preserving and promoting the genre for future generations. In conclusion, Confraternita de' Musici is a classical music ensemble that has gained a reputation for their exceptional performances and dedication to promoting classical music. The group was founded in 2008 by a group of highly skilled musicians who shared a passion for Baroque and Renaissance music. Since then, they have performed at some of the most prestigious music festivals in Europe and have won several awards for their work.

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