Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Modern

Genre

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Choral

 

Laudate is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1999 by a group of musicians who shared a passion for sacred music. The ensemble is based in the United States and has gained a reputation for its exceptional performances of choral music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The founding members of Laudate were all experienced musicians who had performed with various choral groups and orchestras. They came together with the goal of creating a new ensemble that would focus on the performance of sacred music, particularly music that was written for the Catholic Church. The ensemble's name, Laudate, is derived from the Latin word for "praise" and reflects the group's mission to use music as a means of praising God. From the beginning, the members of Laudate were committed to performing music that was both beautiful and spiritually uplifting. The core members of Laudate are a group of eight singers who perform a cappella music. The ensemble also includes a number of instrumentalists who perform with the group on a regular basis. The members of Laudate are all highly trained musicians who have studied at some of the most prestigious music schools in the United States. Over the years, Laudate has performed at a number of major venues and festivals throughout the United States and Europe. Some of the group's most notable performances include appearances at the Boston Early Music Festival, the Berkeley Early Music Festival, and the Festival Internacional de Música de Morelia in Mexico. Laudate has also been recognized for its exceptional performances with a number of awards and honors. In 2003, the ensemble was awarded the prestigious Noah Greenberg Award by the American Musicological Society for its outstanding contributions to the performance of early music. In addition to its performances, Laudate is also committed to education and outreach. The ensemble regularly conducts workshops and masterclasses for students and amateur musicians, and has also worked with a number of community organizations to bring music to underserved populations. Overall, Laudate is a highly respected ensemble that has made a significant contribution to the performance of sacred music. With its exceptional musicianship and commitment to excellence, the group has earned a reputation as one of the finest ensembles of its kind in the world.

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