Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Classical

Genre

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Choral

 

Schutz Consort is a classical music ensemble that specializes in the performance of Baroque music. The ensemble was founded in 1995 by the British conductor and harpsichordist, Roger Norrington, and is named after the German composer, Heinrich Schutz. The main members of the ensemble are a group of highly skilled musicians who are dedicated to the performance of Baroque music. The ensemble is led by Roger Norrington, who is known for his innovative and historically informed approach to conducting. Other members of the ensemble include the violinist, Rachel Podger, the cellist, Richard Tunnicliffe, and the harpsichordist, Paul Nicholson. Schutz Consort has performed at some of the world's most prestigious concert halls and festivals, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, and the Salzburg Festival. The ensemble has also collaborated with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Vienna Philharmonic. One of the highlights of Schutz Consort's career was their performance of Bach's St. Matthew Passion at the Royal Albert Hall in 2000. The performance was widely acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, and was described as a "triumph of historically informed performance". The ensemble has also received numerous awards and accolades for their recordings, including a Grammy Award for their recording of Handel's Messiah. Schutz Consort is known for their commitment to historically informed performance, which involves using period instruments and techniques to recreate the sound and style of music from the Baroque era. This approach has been praised for its authenticity and for its ability to bring new life to old music. Overall, Schutz Consort is a highly respected and acclaimed ensemble that has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Their commitment to historically informed performance and their dedication to the music of the Baroque era have earned them a place among the world's leading classical music ensembles.

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