Role

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Performer

Country

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Italy

Birth

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1964

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Choral

 

Marco Ambrosini was a renowned classical music artist who was born on October 9, 1964, in the city of Bologna, Italy. He was a multi-talented musician who played the nyckelharpa, a traditional Swedish instrument, and was also a composer and arranger. Ambrosini was known for his innovative approach to music, blending traditional and contemporary styles to create a unique sound that captivated audiences around the world. Ambrosini's love for music began at a young age, and he started playing the violin when he was just six years old. He later discovered the nyckelharpa, a traditional Swedish instrument that he fell in love with and dedicated his life to mastering. Ambrosini's passion for the nyckelharpa led him to study with some of the world's most renowned players, including Eric Sahlström and Olov Johansson. In 1985, Ambrosini moved to Germany, where he began his professional career as a musician. He quickly gained recognition for his unique style and virtuosic playing, and he soon became a sought-after performer in the classical music world. Ambrosini's performances were characterized by his ability to blend traditional and contemporary styles, creating a sound that was both innovative and deeply rooted in tradition. Throughout his career, Ambrosini performed at some of the world's most prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Royal Albert Hall in London. He also collaborated with some of the world's most renowned musicians, including Jordi Savall, Andreas Scholl, and Giovanni Sollima. Ambrosini was also a prolific composer and arranger, and he wrote music for a wide range of ensembles, from solo nyckelharpa to full orchestras. His compositions were characterized by their intricate harmonies and rhythms, and his arrangements of traditional music were praised for their innovative approach to the source material. In addition to his performances and compositions, Ambrosini was also a dedicated teacher, and he taught at some of the world's most prestigious music schools, including the Hochschule für Musik und Theater in Munich and the Conservatorio di Musica in Bologna. He was known for his patient and supportive teaching style, and he inspired countless students to pursue their own musical dreams. Ambrosini's contributions to the world of classical music were recognized with numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In 2002, he was awarded the German Record Critics' Award for his album "Unsichtbare Welt," and in 2010, he received the Echo Klassik Award for his album "La Follia Nuova." He was also awarded the prestigious Rheingau Musikpreis in 2016, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the world of classical music. Tragically, Ambrosini's life was cut short when he passed away on December 31, 2017, at the age of 53. His death was a great loss to the world of classical music, and he was mourned by countless fans and colleagues around the world. Despite his untimely passing, Ambrosini's legacy lives on through his music and the countless musicians he inspired throughout his career. His innovative approach to music and his dedication to the nyckelharpa have helped to bring this traditional Swedish instrument to a wider audience, and his compositions and arrangements continue to be performed and admired by musicians around the world.

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