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Quartetto Pressenda is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2012 in Milan, Italy. The ensemble is named after the famous Italian violin maker, Giovanni Francesco Pressenda, who lived in the 19th century. The quartet is composed of four talented musicians: Federico Guglielmo on violin, Luca Ranieri on violin, Danilo Squitieri on viola, and Giovanni Scaglione on cello. The members of Quartetto Pressenda all have impressive backgrounds in classical music. Federico Guglielmo, the first violinist, has won numerous awards and has performed with many prestigious orchestras around the world. Luca Ranieri, the second violinist, has also won several awards and has performed in many renowned concert halls. Danilo Squitieri, the violist, has played with many famous musicians and has been a member of several other ensembles. Giovanni Scaglione, the cellist, has won several competitions and has performed in many important festivals. The quartet has performed in many important venues around the world, including the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, the Konzerthaus in Vienna, and the Carnegie Hall in New York. They have also performed at many important festivals, such as the Salzburg Festival, the Edinburgh Festival, and the Ravenna Festival. One of the highlights of Quartetto Pressenda's career was their performance at the 2015 Salzburg Festival. They performed a program of works by Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert, which was very well received by the audience and the critics. The quartet was praised for their technical skill and their ability to convey the emotional depth of the music. Another important moment for the quartet was their performance at the 2016 Edinburgh Festival. They performed a program of works by Haydn, Schumann, and Brahms, which was also very well received. The quartet was praised for their musicality and their ability to work together as a cohesive unit. Quartetto Pressenda has also won several awards for their performances. In 2014, they won the Premio Abbiati, which is one of the most prestigious awards for classical music in Italy. They were also awarded the Borletti-Buitoni Trust Fellowship in 2015, which is given to outstanding young musicians. In addition to their performances, Quartetto Pressenda is also committed to promoting classical music to a wider audience. They have participated in several educational programs, including workshops and masterclasses for young musicians. They have also collaborated with other artists, such as dancers and visual artists, to create interdisciplinary performances that combine different art forms. Overall, Quartetto Pressenda is a talented and dedicated ensemble that has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Their performances are characterized by their technical skill, musicality, and emotional depth, and they have won many awards and accolades for their work. They continue to inspire audiences around the world with their passion for music and their commitment to excellence.

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