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The Gonzaga Band is a renowned classical music ensemble that specializes in the performance of early music. The group was founded in 2009 by Jamie Savan, a British musicologist and performer who has dedicated his career to the study and interpretation of historical music. Savan's interest in early music began during his undergraduate studies at the University of Oxford, where he studied musicology and performance. He went on to earn a PhD in musicology from the University of Cambridge, where he focused on the music of the English Renaissance. During his studies, Savan became increasingly interested in the performance practices of early music, and he began to experiment with historical instruments and techniques. After completing his PhD, Savan began performing professionally as a lutenist and singer, and he quickly gained a reputation as one of the leading performers of early music in the UK. In 2009, he founded the Gonzaga Band, which takes its name from the Italian noble family that was a patron of the arts during the Renaissance. The Gonzaga Band is comprised of a group of highly skilled musicians who specialize in the performance of early music. The ensemble includes Savan on lute and voice, as well as other musicians who play a variety of instruments, including viola da gamba, recorder, and harpsichord. Since its founding, the Gonzaga Band has performed at some of the most prestigious venues and festivals in the UK and Europe. The group has been praised for its innovative and engaging performances, which bring to life the music of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. One of the highlights of the Gonzaga Band's career was its performance at the 2012 York Early Music Festival, where the group presented a program of music by the English composer John Dowland. The performance was widely acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, and it helped to establish the Gonzaga Band as one of the leading ensembles in the early music world. In addition to its live performances, the Gonzaga Band has also released several critically acclaimed recordings. The group's debut album, "Sacred Garland," was released in 2011 and features music by the English composer William Byrd. The album was praised for its sensitive and nuanced performances, and it helped to establish the Gonzaga Band as a major force in the early music recording industry. The Gonzaga Band has also been recognized for its contributions to the early music world. In 2013, the group was awarded the prestigious Early Music Award by the National Centre for Early Music in York. The award recognized the Gonzaga Band's outstanding contributions to the performance and interpretation of early music, and it helped to cement the group's reputation as one of the leading ensembles in the field. Today, the Gonzaga Band continues to perform and record music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The group's innovative and engaging performances have won them a devoted following, and they are widely regarded as one of the most exciting and dynamic ensembles in the early music world. With their commitment to historical accuracy and their passion for bringing early music to life, the Gonzaga Band is sure to continue making waves in the classical music world for years to come.

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