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Ensemble

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Chamber

 

The London Fortepiano Trio is a classical music ensemble that specializes in performing music from the Classical and Romantic periods on period instruments. The trio was founded in 2008 by three accomplished musicians: pianist David Owen Norris, violinist Catherine Manson, and cellist Sebastian Comberti. David Owen Norris is a renowned pianist, broadcaster, and writer who has performed extensively throughout the UK and abroad. He is also a professor of music at the University of Southampton and has written several books on music and culture. Catherine Manson is a highly respected violinist who has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras and ensembles. She is also the leader of the Amsterdam-based group, the Manson Ensemble. Sebastian Comberti is a cellist who has performed with many of the UK's leading orchestras and ensembles, including the Academy of Ancient Music and the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment. The London Fortepiano Trio's repertoire focuses on music from the Classical and Romantic periods, with a particular emphasis on the music of Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert. The ensemble performs on period instruments, including a fortepiano, a violin, and a cello, which allows them to recreate the sound and style of the music as it would have been heard during the composers' lifetimes. Since its founding, the London Fortepiano Trio has performed extensively throughout the UK and Europe, including appearances at major festivals such as the Edinburgh International Festival and the London Handel Festival. The ensemble has also recorded several albums, including a critically acclaimed recording of Beethoven's Piano Trios on the Avie label. One of the London Fortepiano Trio's most notable performances was their appearance at the Wigmore Hall in London in 2010. The concert, which featured works by Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert, was highly praised by critics and audiences alike. The ensemble's performance was described as "exquisite" and "a revelation" by The Guardian, while The Times called it "a triumph of period performance." In addition to their performances, the London Fortepiano Trio has also received several awards and accolades for their work. In 2011, the ensemble was awarded the prestigious Royal Philharmonic Society Award for Chamber Music, which recognizes outstanding achievements in the field of chamber music. The London Fortepiano Trio was also nominated for a Gramophone Award in 2012 for their recording of Beethoven's Piano Trios. Overall, the London Fortepiano Trio is a highly respected and accomplished ensemble that has made a significant contribution to the field of period performance. Their commitment to performing on period instruments and recreating the sound and style of the music as it would have been heard during the composers' lifetimes has earned them a loyal following and critical acclaim. With their continued dedication to their craft, the London Fortepiano Trio is sure to remain a leading force in the world of classical music for years to come.

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