Role

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Composer Conductor  

Birth

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1963 in Ebingen, Germany

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Choral

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Keyboard

 

 

Opera

 

Matthias Maute is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born in 1963 in East Germany, Maute grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a conductor, and his mother was a pianist. From a young age, Maute showed a keen interest in music and began playing the recorder at the age of six. Maute's talent was quickly recognized, and he was accepted into the prestigious Leipzig Conservatory at the age of 16. He studied recorder, flute, and composition under the guidance of renowned musicians such as Michael Schneider and Wolfgang Boettcher. During his time at the conservatory, Maute also became interested in early music and began exploring the works of composers such as Bach, Telemann, and Handel. After completing his studies, Maute moved to Canada in 1988 and began his career as a professional musician. He quickly established himself as a leading performer and composer in the Canadian music scene. In 1990, he founded the Ensemble Caprice, a baroque music ensemble that specializes in the performance of early music. The ensemble has since become one of the most respected and sought-after early music groups in Canada and has performed at major festivals and concert halls around the world. Maute's talent as a composer has also been widely recognized. He has written numerous works for the recorder, flute, and other instruments, as well as vocal and choral music. His compositions have been performed by leading orchestras and ensembles, including the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. Maute's performances have been praised for their virtuosity, sensitivity, and musicality. He has been a featured soloist with many leading orchestras and ensembles, including the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and the Berlin Philharmonic. He has also performed at major festivals such as the Salzburg Festival, the Edinburgh Festival, and the BBC Proms. Maute has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to music. In 2003, he was awarded the Prix Opus for Best Concert of the Year by the Conseil québécois de la musique. In 2006, he was awarded the Order of Canada, one of the country's highest honors, for his contributions to music. In 2012, he was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in recognition of his outstanding contributions to Canadian culture. Maute continues to be an active performer, composer, and educator. He is currently a professor of music at McGill University in Montreal, where he teaches recorder, flute, and chamber music. He also continues to perform with the Ensemble Caprice and other leading ensembles around the world. In conclusion, Matthias Maute is a highly respected and accomplished classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. His talent as a performer, composer, and educator has been widely recognized, and his performances have been praised for their virtuosity, sensitivity, and musicality. Maute's legacy as a musician will undoubtedly continue to inspire and influence generations of musicians to come.

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