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Peñalosa-Ensemble is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2009 by a group of musicians who shared a passion for early music. The ensemble is named after Francisco de Peñalosa, a Spanish composer and musician who lived in the 15th and 16th centuries. The founding members of Peñalosa-Ensemble were all graduates of the Royal Conservatory of The Hague in the Netherlands. They were united by their love for early music and their desire to explore the rich repertoire of music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The ensemble's main members are: - Maria Martinez Ayerza (soprano) - David Alonso Molina (countertenor) - Josep Maria Marti Duran (tenor) - Josep Maria Escribano (baritone) - Josep Maria Marti Coll (bass) - David Mayoral (percussion) Over the years, Peñalosa-Ensemble has performed in many prestigious venues and festivals around the world. Some of the highlights of their performances include: - In 2010, the ensemble performed at the Festival de Música Antigua de Aranjuez in Spain, where they received critical acclaim for their interpretation of Spanish Renaissance music. - In 2012, Peñalosa-Ensemble performed at the Festival Oude Muziek in Utrecht, one of the most important early music festivals in the world. Their performance of music by Francisco Guerrero was particularly well-received. - In 2014, the ensemble performed at the Festival de Música Antigua de Úbeda y Baeza in Spain, where they were awarded the prize for Best Interpretation of Spanish Renaissance Music. - In 2016, Peñalosa-Ensemble performed at the Festival Internacional de Música y Danza de Granada in Spain, where they received a standing ovation for their performance of music by Tomás Luis de Victoria. Peñalosa-Ensemble has also released several recordings, including: - "Missa L'homme armé" (2011), which features music by Josquin des Prez and other Renaissance composers. - "Música en tiempos de Carlos V" (2013), which explores the music of the Spanish Renaissance. - "Victoria: Officium Defunctorum" (2016), which features the music of Tomás Luis de Victoria. The ensemble's recordings have received critical acclaim and have been praised for their authenticity and musicality. Peñalosa-Ensemble is known for their commitment to historical performance practice, which involves using period instruments and techniques to recreate the sound of early music. They are also known for their attention to detail and their ability to bring the music to life through their performances. In addition to their performances and recordings, Peñalosa-Ensemble is also dedicated to education and outreach. They have conducted workshops and masterclasses for students and young musicians, and have worked to promote early music to a wider audience. Overall, Peñalosa-Ensemble is a highly respected and acclaimed ensemble in the world of early music. Their commitment to historical performance practice and their musicality have earned them a loyal following and numerous awards and accolades.

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