Genova Vocal Ensemble is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2007 in Genoa, Italy. The ensemble is made up of six professional singers who specialize in a cappella music. The members of the ensemble are soprano Silvia Vajente, mezzo-soprano Elena Carzaniga, countertenor Carlo Vistoli, tenor Marco Scavazza, baritone Gianluca Ferrarini, and bass Daniele Carnovich. The ensemble's founding members met while studying at the Conservatory of Genoa and decided to form a group that would focus on performing a cappella music. They chose the name Genova Vocal Ensemble to reflect their roots in Genoa and their commitment to vocal music. Since its founding, the ensemble has performed extensively throughout Italy and Europe, earning critical acclaim for their performances. They have also won several awards, including the prestigious Premio Abbiati in 2013, which is awarded by the Italian National Association of Music Critics to the best Italian ensemble of the year. One of the highlights of the ensemble's career was their performance at the 2012 Festival Oude Muziek in Utrecht, Netherlands. The festival is one of the most important early music festivals in the world, and the ensemble's performance was highly praised by critics and audiences alike. Another notable performance by the ensemble was their 2015 concert at the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, one of the most famous opera houses in the world. The concert featured a program of Renaissance and Baroque music, and the ensemble received a standing ovation from the audience. In addition to their performances, the ensemble has also recorded several albums, including their debut album, "La Bella Minuta," which was released in 2010. The album features music by Italian Renaissance composers such as Claudio Monteverdi and Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina. The ensemble's repertoire also includes music from other periods, such as the Baroque and Romantic eras, as well as contemporary music. They have collaborated with several composers, including Italian composer Fabio Vacchi, who wrote a piece specifically for the ensemble. One of the unique aspects of the ensemble is their commitment to performing music in its original language. They believe that singing in the original language allows them to better convey the meaning and emotion of the music. Overall, Genova Vocal Ensemble is a highly respected and acclaimed classical music ensemble that has made a significant contribution to the world of a cappella music. Their commitment to performing music in its original language and their dedication to excellence in performance have earned them a loyal following and numerous awards and accolades.

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