Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Baroque

 

 

Classical

Genre

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Concerto

 

 

Opera

 

The Amsterdam Bach Soloists is a classical music ensemble that specializes in the works of Johann Sebastian Bach. The group was founded in 1990 by violinist and conductor Henk Rubingh, who had previously been a member of the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra. The ensemble is made up of a core group of musicians, including Rubingh, cellist Lucia Swarts, and harpsichordist Tini Mathot, as well as a rotating cast of guest performers. The Amsterdam Bach Soloists have gained a reputation for their dynamic and engaging performances of Bach's music, which they approach with a combination of historical accuracy and modern sensibility. The group's performances are characterized by their attention to detail and their ability to bring out the emotional depth and complexity of Bach's compositions. One of the highlights of the Amsterdam Bach Soloists' career was their performance of Bach's St. Matthew Passion at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam in 2000. The performance was widely praised for its emotional intensity and musical precision, and it cemented the group's reputation as one of the foremost interpreters of Bach's music. In addition to their performances of Bach's music, the Amsterdam Bach Soloists have also collaborated with other musicians and composers. In 2006, they premiered a new work by composer Michel van der Aa, which was commissioned by the Concertgebouw and the Amsterdam Bach Soloists. The piece, titled "Spaces of Blank," was a multimedia work that combined live music with video projections and electronic soundscapes. Over the years, the Amsterdam Bach Soloists have received numerous awards and accolades for their performances and recordings. In 2003, they won the Edison Classical Music Award for their recording of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos. They have also been nominated for several other awards, including the BBC Music Magazine Award and the Gramophone Award. Despite their success, the Amsterdam Bach Soloists remain committed to their mission of bringing Bach's music to a wider audience. They frequently perform in churches and other non-traditional venues, and they have also released several recordings aimed at introducing Bach's music to new listeners. Overall, the Amsterdam Bach Soloists are a highly respected and influential ensemble in the world of classical music. Their commitment to Bach's music, combined with their innovative approach to performance and collaboration, has made them a favorite of audiences and critics alike.

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