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Millenarium is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1999 in Hungary. The ensemble is known for its unique approach to performing early music, particularly music from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. The ensemble's name, Millenarium, is derived from the Latin word "millennium," which means "a thousand years." This name reflects the ensemble's focus on music from the past, as well as its commitment to bringing this music to modern audiences. The founding members of Millenarium were László Czidra (recorder), Péter Szűcs (viola da gamba), and Zsolt Szomora (harpsichord). These three musicians had previously played together in other ensembles, and they shared a passion for early music. They decided to form Millenarium in order to explore this music further and to share it with others. In the early years of the ensemble, Millenarium focused primarily on performing music from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. They played at festivals and concerts throughout Hungary, and they quickly gained a reputation for their innovative interpretations of this music. The ensemble's performances were characterized by their energy, their virtuosity, and their ability to bring the music to life in a way that was both historically accurate and emotionally engaging. As Millenarium's reputation grew, the ensemble began to expand its repertoire to include music from other periods as well. They started to incorporate Baroque music into their performances, and they also began to explore the music of Eastern Europe and the Balkans. This expansion of their repertoire allowed the ensemble to reach new audiences and to showcase the diversity of early music. One of the highlights of Millenarium's early career was their performance at the 2001 Early Music Festival in Prague. This festival is one of the most prestigious early music festivals in Europe, and Millenarium's performance was widely praised for its energy and virtuosity. This performance helped to establish Millenarium as one of the leading early music ensembles in Europe. In the years that followed, Millenarium continued to perform at festivals and concerts throughout Europe and beyond. They played at the Utrecht Early Music Festival in the Netherlands, the Festival de Musique Ancienne de Callas in France, and the Tage Alter Musik Regensburg in Germany, among many others. They also released several critically acclaimed recordings, including "Music from the Court of King Matthias Corvinus" and "Music from the Time of the Black Death." One of the most notable aspects of Millenarium's performances is their use of historical instruments. The ensemble is committed to using instruments that are historically accurate, and they often play on instruments that are replicas of instruments from the period in which the music was composed. This attention to detail allows the ensemble to create a sound that is authentic and true to the music. In addition to their performances, Millenarium is also committed to education and outreach. They regularly give workshops and masterclasses for students and young musicians, and they have also collaborated with schools and community organizations to bring early music to a wider audience. This commitment to education and outreach has helped to ensure that the legacy of early music will continue to thrive for generations to come. Over the years, Millenarium has received numerous awards and accolades for their performances and recordings.

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