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Ensemble

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Orchestral

 

Exultate Festival Orchestra is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2002 by Thomas Rossin, a renowned conductor and music educator. The orchestra is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and is composed of professional musicians from the Twin Cities area and beyond. The founding of Exultate Festival Orchestra was inspired by Rossin's desire to create a high-quality ensemble that would bring together talented musicians to perform classical music at the highest level. Rossin's vision was to create an orchestra that would be dedicated to excellence in performance, education, and community engagement. The orchestra's name, Exultate, is derived from the Latin word "exultate," which means "rejoice." This name reflects the orchestra's mission to bring joy and inspiration to audiences through the performance of classical music. Exultate Festival Orchestra has a core group of musicians who perform regularly with the ensemble, as well as a larger pool of musicians who are called upon for specific performances. The orchestra's members are highly skilled and experienced musicians who have performed with major orchestras and ensembles throughout the United States and abroad. One of the highlights of Exultate Festival Orchestra's performances is its annual Christmas concert, which has become a beloved tradition in the Twin Cities area. The concert features a mix of classical and contemporary Christmas music, and often includes guest soloists and choirs. In addition to its Christmas concert, Exultate Festival Orchestra has performed a wide range of classical music repertoire, including works by Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, and many other composers. The orchestra has also collaborated with a number of local choirs and soloists, as well as with other orchestras and ensembles. Exultate Festival Orchestra has received numerous awards and accolades for its performances and community engagement. In 2010, the orchestra was awarded the prestigious Sally Ordway Irvine Award for Initiative, which recognizes innovative and creative approaches to arts programming. The orchestra has also been recognized by the Minnesota State Arts Board and the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council for its contributions to the arts community. In addition to its performances, Exultate Festival Orchestra is committed to education and community engagement. The orchestra offers a variety of educational programs for students of all ages, including workshops, masterclasses, and performances in schools and community centers. The orchestra also partners with local organizations to provide free concerts for underserved communities. Exultate Festival Orchestra has become a beloved institution in the Twin Cities area, known for its high-quality performances, commitment to education and community engagement, and its dedication to bringing joy and inspiration to audiences through the performance of classical music.

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