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Lluís Vich Vocalis is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2008 in Barcelona, Spain. The ensemble is named after Lluís Vich, a Catalan composer and organist who lived in the 16th century. The group is known for its performances of Renaissance and Baroque music, as well as contemporary works. The ensemble was founded by Lluís Vilamajó, a countertenor and musicologist who serves as the group's artistic director. Vilamajó studied at the Escola Superior de Música de Catalunya and the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis in Switzerland. He has performed with numerous ensembles throughout Europe and has recorded several albums. The other members of Lluís Vich Vocalis include soprano Marta Infante, tenor Albert Riera, and bass-baritone Josep-Ramon Olivé. Infante is a well-known performer of Baroque music and has recorded several albums. Riera has performed with numerous ensembles throughout Europe and has won several awards, including the first prize at the International Singing Competition of Logroño. Olivé has performed with several opera companies and has won several awards, including the first prize at the International Singing Competition of Toulouse. Lluís Vich Vocalis has performed at numerous festivals and concert series throughout Europe, including the Festival Internacional de Música Antiga de Barcelona, the Festival de Música Antiga de Girona, and the Festival de Música Antiga de Pals. The ensemble has also performed at several prestigious venues, including the Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona and the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris. One of the highlights of Lluís Vich Vocalis's career was their performance of Monteverdi's Vespers of 1610 at the Festival Internacional de Música Antiga de Barcelona in 2010. The performance was praised by critics for its "clarity, precision, and beauty." The ensemble also received a standing ovation from the audience. In 2012, Lluís Vich Vocalis released their debut album, "Lamentations," which features works by composers such as Victoria, Lassus, and Gesualdo. The album was well-received by critics and was nominated for the International Classical Music Awards. In 2015, the ensemble performed at the Festival de Música Antiga de Pals, where they premiered a new work by Catalan composer Bernat Vivancos. The work, titled "Lamentatio Jeremiae Prophetae," was commissioned by the festival and was written specifically for Lluís Vich Vocalis. The performance was praised by critics for its "powerful and emotional" interpretation of the work. Lluís Vich Vocalis has also collaborated with several other ensembles and musicians, including the Hespèrion XXI ensemble led by Jordi Savall and the pianist Albert Guinovart. The ensemble has also worked with several contemporary composers, including Bernat Vivancos and Joan Magrané. In addition to their performances, Lluís Vich Vocalis is also committed to music education. The ensemble regularly gives masterclasses and workshops for young singers and musicians. They have also collaborated with several music schools and conservatories throughout Europe. Overall, Lluís Vich Vocalis is a highly respected ensemble in the world of classical music. Their performances of Renaissance and Baroque music are praised for their clarity, precision, and beauty, and their collaborations with contemporary composers demonstrate their commitment to the future of classical music.

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