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Sirius Ensemble is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1993 in Sydney, Australia. The ensemble is known for its innovative and eclectic programming, which combines classical music with contemporary and world music influences. The ensemble's main members are Ian Sykes (clarinet), Vanessa Tammetta (violin), and Claire Edwardes (percussion). Ian Sykes, the clarinetist of the ensemble, is a highly respected musician who has performed with many of Australia's leading orchestras and ensembles. He has also been a member of the Australian Chamber Orchestra and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Vanessa Tammetta, the violinist of the ensemble, is a versatile musician who has performed with many of Australia's leading orchestras and ensembles. She has also been a member of the Australian String Quartet and the Australian Chamber Orchestra. Claire Edwardes, the percussionist of the ensemble, is a highly acclaimed musician who has performed with many of Australia's leading orchestras and ensembles. She has also been a member of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and the Australian Chamber Orchestra. The ensemble's repertoire includes works by classical composers such as Mozart, Beethoven, and Brahms, as well as contemporary composers such as Peter Sculthorpe, Ross Edwards, and Elena Kats-Chernin. The ensemble also performs world music, including music from Africa, Asia, and South America. One of the highlights of the ensemble's career was their performance at the Sydney Opera House in 2001. The ensemble performed a program of works by Australian composers, including Peter Sculthorpe's "From Ubirr" and Ross Edwards' "Maninyas". The performance was highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, and helped to establish the ensemble as one of Australia's leading classical music ensembles. The ensemble has also performed at many other prestigious venues, including the Melbourne Recital Centre, the Adelaide Festival Centre, and the Perth Concert Hall. They have also performed at many international festivals, including the Hong Kong Arts Festival, the Singapore Arts Festival, and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. In addition to their performances, the ensemble has also received many awards and accolades. They have won several Australian Classical Music Awards, including the award for Best Performance of an Australian Composition in 2002 and the award for Best Chamber Music Performance in 2004. They have also been nominated for several ARIA Awards, including the award for Best Classical Album in 2003. Overall, Sirius Ensemble is a highly respected and innovative classical music ensemble that has made a significant contribution to the Australian classical music scene. Their eclectic programming and virtuosic performances have won them many fans and admirers, both in Australia and around the world.

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