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Classical

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Opera

 

Marie Kuijken is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born in Brussels, Belgium, in 1958, Marie grew up in a family of musicians. Her father, Wieland Kuijken, was a renowned cellist, and her mother, Francine, was a harpsichordist. Her siblings, Sigiswald and Barthold, are also accomplished musicians. Marie began her musical journey at a young age, learning to play the violin and the viola da gamba. She studied at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels and later at the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis in Switzerland. Her training in early music performance and interpretation was under the guidance of renowned musicians such as Jordi Savall, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, and Gustav Leonhardt. Marie's career as a musician began in the 1980s when she started performing with her family's ensemble, La Petite Bande. The ensemble specialized in performing Baroque music on period instruments, and Marie played the viola da gamba. Her performances with La Petite Bande were highly acclaimed, and the ensemble gained a reputation as one of the leading early music ensembles in Europe. In addition to her work with La Petite Bande, Marie has collaborated with many other renowned musicians and ensembles. She has performed with the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra, and the Academy of Ancient Music, among others. She has also performed as a soloist, playing the viola da gamba and the viola d'amore. Marie's performances have taken her to many prestigious venues around the world, including the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Lincoln Center in New York. She has also performed at many music festivals, including the Salzburg Festival, the Edinburgh International Festival, and the Utrecht Early Music Festival. Marie's contributions to the world of music have been recognized with many awards and honors. In 1996, she was awarded the Prix de la Critique for her recording of the Bach Cello Suites. In 2001, she was awarded the Flemish Culture Prize for Music. In 2010, she was awarded the Order of Arts and Letters by the French government. Marie's recordings have also received critical acclaim. Her recording of the Bach Cello Suites, which she recorded on the viola da gamba, was highly praised for its interpretation and musicality. Her recording of the Telemann Viola Concerto was also well received, with critics praising her virtuosity and sensitivity. In addition to her work as a performer, Marie is also a respected teacher and scholar. She has taught at many institutions, including the Royal Conservatory of Brussels, the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, and the Royal Conservatory of The Hague. She has also published many articles and books on early music performance and interpretation. Marie's contributions to the world of music have been significant, and her performances and recordings have inspired many musicians and music lovers around the world. Her dedication to early music performance and interpretation has helped to preserve and promote this important musical tradition.

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