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Concerto di Viole is a classical music ensemble that specializes in the performance of music from the Baroque era. The ensemble is known for its unique sound, which is created by the use of violas da gamba, a stringed instrument that was popular in the 16th and 17th centuries. The ensemble was founded in 1995 by a group of musicians who shared a passion for early music. The founding members of the group were all accomplished musicians who had studied at some of the most prestigious music schools in Europe. They were united by their love of the viola da gamba, an instrument that was not widely played at the time. The main members of Concerto di Viole are: - Paolo Pandolfo: Paolo is the artistic director of the ensemble and one of its founding members. He is a world-renowned viola da gamba player who has performed with some of the most prestigious orchestras and ensembles in the world. He is also a respected teacher and has taught at some of the most prestigious music schools in Europe. - Guido Balestracci: Guido is another founding member of the ensemble and one of its principal players. He is a virtuoso viola da gamba player who has performed with many of the world's leading early music ensembles. He is also a respected teacher and has taught at some of the most prestigious music schools in Europe. - Rolf Lislevand: Rolf is a Norwegian lutenist who has collaborated with Concerto di Viole on several occasions. He is known for his virtuosic playing and his innovative approach to early music. - Thomas Boysen: Thomas is a Danish lutenist who has also collaborated with Concerto di Viole on several occasions. He is known for his sensitive playing and his deep understanding of early music. Concerto di Viole has performed at some of the most prestigious music festivals and concert halls in the world. Some of the highlights of their career include: - In 1997, the ensemble performed at the Festival Oude Muziek in Utrecht, one of the most important early music festivals in the world. Their performance was widely praised and helped to establish the ensemble's reputation. - In 2001, Concerto di Viole released their first CD, "Music for Viols," which was widely acclaimed by critics and helped to establish the ensemble's reputation as one of the leading early music ensembles in the world. - In 2003, the ensemble performed at the Wigmore Hall in London, one of the most prestigious concert halls in the world. Their performance was widely praised and helped to establish the ensemble's reputation in the UK. - In 2005, Concerto di Viole performed at the Festival de Musique Baroque de Versailles, one of the most important early music festivals in France. Their performance was widely praised and helped to establish the ensemble's reputation in France. - In 2007, the ensemble released their second CD, "The Art of the Viola da Gamba," which was widely acclaimed by critics and helped to establish the ensemble's reputation as one of the leading interpreters of early music. - In 2010, Concerto di Viole performed at the Boston Early Music Festival, one of the most important early music festivals in the United States. Their performance was widely praised and helped to establish the ensemble's reputation in the US. Concerto di Viole has received several awards and honors for their work.

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