Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Romantic

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Vocal

 

The Romantic Chamber Group of London is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2005. The group is known for its passionate and expressive performances of chamber music from the Romantic era, as well as contemporary works. The ensemble was founded by violinist David Juritz, who had previously been the leader of the London Mozart Players. Juritz wanted to create a group that would focus on the Romantic repertoire, which he felt was often overlooked in favor of earlier or later periods. He assembled a group of musicians who shared his passion for this music, and the Romantic Chamber Group of London was born. The group's core members include David Juritz on violin, Sarah-Jane Bradley on viola, Richard Harwood on cello, and John Lenehan on piano. Over the years, the ensemble has also collaborated with a number of guest artists, including clarinetist Michael Collins and cellist Raphael Wallfisch. One of the highlights of the Romantic Chamber Group of London's career was their performance at the 2007 BBC Proms. The group played a program of works by Brahms, including his Piano Quartet No. 1 in G minor and his Clarinet Quintet in B minor. The performance was widely praised for its emotional intensity and technical precision. In addition to their concert performances, the Romantic Chamber Group of London has also recorded several albums. Their debut album, released in 2007, featured works by Brahms and Schumann. The group's second album, released in 2010, focused on the music of Dvorak and included his Piano Quintet No. 2 in A major. The Romantic Chamber Group of London has received numerous awards and accolades for their performances and recordings. In 2008, they were nominated for a Classical Brit Award in the category of Best Chamber Ensemble. They have also been praised by critics for their ability to bring new life to familiar works and for their commitment to exploring lesser-known repertoire. Overall, the Romantic Chamber Group of London has established itself as one of the premier chamber ensembles in the UK. Their passionate and expressive performances of Romantic music have won them a devoted following, and their commitment to exploring new repertoire ensures that they will continue to be a vital force in the classical music world for years to come.

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