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Artemandoline Baroque Ensemble is a classical music ensemble that specializes in Baroque music. The ensemble was founded in 2004 by two Italian musicians, Mari Fe Pavón and Cristiano Contadin. The ensemble is based in Venice, Italy, and has gained international recognition for its performances of Baroque music. Mari Fe Pavón and Cristiano Contadin met while studying at the Conservatory of Music in Venice. They shared a passion for Baroque music and decided to form a group that would specialize in this genre. They named the ensemble Artemandoline, which is a combination of the words "Artemis" and "mandolin." Artemis is the Greek goddess of hunting, and the mandolin is a stringed instrument that was popular in Baroque music. The ensemble's main members are Mari Fe Pavón and Cristiano Contadin, who both play the mandolin. They are joined by other musicians who play instruments such as the harpsichord, cello, and guitar. The ensemble's size varies depending on the piece being performed. Artemandoline Baroque Ensemble has performed at many prestigious venues around the world, including the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, the Wigmore Hall in London, and the Teatro La Fenice in Venice. The ensemble has also performed at many music festivals, including the Festival de Musique Baroque de Pontoise in France and the Festival de Música Antigua de Úbeda y Baeza in Spain. One of the highlights of Artemandoline Baroque Ensemble's career was their performance at the 2010 Salzburg Festival. The ensemble performed a program of music by Antonio Vivaldi, which was well-received by the audience and critics alike. The ensemble was praised for their virtuosity and their ability to bring the music to life. Artemandoline Baroque Ensemble has also received many awards for their performances. In 2008, the ensemble won the International Chamber Music Competition in Thessaloniki, Greece. The ensemble was praised for their "exquisite playing" and their "impeccable technique." In 2012, the ensemble was awarded the Premio Bonporti, which is a prestigious award given to musicians who specialize in Baroque music. Artemandoline Baroque Ensemble has recorded several albums, including "Vivaldi: Concerti per Mandolino," which was released in 2010. The album features music by Antonio Vivaldi, and was praised for its "excellent performances" and "impeccable recording quality." The ensemble has also recorded music by other Baroque composers, including Johann Sebastian Bach and Georg Philipp Telemann. In addition to their performances and recordings, Artemandoline Baroque Ensemble is also committed to education and outreach. The ensemble has conducted masterclasses and workshops for young musicians, and has worked with schools and community organizations to promote classical music. In conclusion, Artemandoline Baroque Ensemble is a classical music ensemble that specializes in Baroque music. The ensemble was founded in 2004 by Mari Fe Pavón and Cristiano Contadin, and has gained international recognition for their virtuosity and their ability to bring Baroque music to life. The ensemble has performed at many prestigious venues and festivals, and has received many awards for their performances. Artemandoline Baroque Ensemble is also committed to education and outreach, and has worked to promote classical music to young musicians and the wider community.

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