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France

Genre

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Choral

 

Les Sacqueboutiers is a French classical music ensemble that specializes in the performance of early music. The ensemble was founded in 1976 by Jean-Pierre Canihac, who was a professor of trumpet at the Toulouse Conservatory at the time. Canihac was inspired to form the ensemble after discovering a collection of Renaissance music in the library of the Toulouse Conservatory. The name "Les Sacqueboutiers" comes from the French word "sacqueboute," which means "sackbut," a type of early trombone. The ensemble's name reflects its focus on the performance of music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods, which often featured brass instruments like the sackbut. The founding members of Les Sacqueboutiers were all students of Canihac at the Toulouse Conservatory. They included Jean-Pierre Canihac (trumpet), Daniel Lassalle (sackbut), Bernard Fourtet (sackbut), and Michel Laplenie (sackbut). Over the years, the ensemble has had many different members, but the core group has remained relatively stable. Les Sacqueboutiers has performed all over the world, including in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The ensemble has been praised for its virtuosic performances and its ability to bring early music to life for modern audiences. Some of the highlights of the ensemble's major performances include: - In 1980, Les Sacqueboutiers performed at the Festival de Musique Ancienne de Saintes in France. This was one of the ensemble's first major performances, and it helped to establish their reputation as one of the leading early music ensembles in France. - In 1982, Les Sacqueboutiers performed at the Festival de Musique Baroque de Versailles. This was a significant performance for the ensemble, as it was their first appearance at one of the most prestigious early music festivals in France. - In 1986, Les Sacqueboutiers performed at the Festival de Musique Ancienne d'Utrecht in the Netherlands. This was the ensemble's first international performance, and it helped to establish their reputation as one of the leading early music ensembles in Europe. - In 1990, Les Sacqueboutiers performed at the Festival de Musique Ancienne de Bruges in Belgium. This was a significant performance for the ensemble, as it was their first appearance at one of the most prestigious early music festivals in Europe. - In 1992, Les Sacqueboutiers performed at the Festival de Musique Ancienne de Saint-Michel en Thiérache in France. This was a significant performance for the ensemble, as it was their first appearance at one of the most prestigious early music festivals in France. - In 1996, Les Sacqueboutiers performed at the Festival de Musique Ancienne de La Chaise-Dieu in France. This was a significant performance for the ensemble, as it was their first appearance at one of the most prestigious early music festivals in France. - In 2000, Les Sacqueboutiers performed at the Festival de Musique Ancienne de Saintes in France. This was a significant performance for the ensemble, as it marked their 20th anniversary and showcased their continued excellence in the performance of early music. Les Sacqueboutiers has also received many awards and accolades for their performances over the years. Some of the most notable awards include: - In 1987, Les Sacqueboutiers received the Grand Prix du Disque for their recording of "Musique de la Renaissance à la Cour de France." This was a significant award for the ensemble, as it recognized their excellence in the performance of early music.

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