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Ars Rediviva Orchestra is a classical music ensemble that was founded in Prague, Czech Republic in 1951. The ensemble was established by the renowned Czech flutist František Vajnar, who was also the orchestra's first conductor. The ensemble's name, Ars Rediviva, is Latin for "revived art," which reflects the group's mission to revive and promote the music of the Baroque and Classical periods. The ensemble's main members are highly skilled musicians who specialize in playing period instruments, which are replicas of instruments that were used during the Baroque and Classical periods. The ensemble's core members include flutist Jana Semerádová, oboist Vilém Veverka, bassoonist Zdeněk Kertys, and harpsichordist Robert Hugo. The ensemble also collaborates with other musicians and conductors, depending on the repertoire and performance venue. Ars Rediviva Orchestra has performed extensively throughout Europe, Asia, and North America, and has gained a reputation for its high-quality performances of Baroque and Classical music. The ensemble has performed at major music festivals, such as the Prague Spring Festival, the Salzburg Festival, and the Edinburgh International Festival. The ensemble has also performed at prestigious concert halls, such as the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Musikverein in Vienna, and the Carnegie Hall in New York. One of the highlights of Ars Rediviva Orchestra's career was its performance of Johann Sebastian Bach's Mass in B Minor at the Prague Spring Festival in 1968. The performance was conducted by František Vajnar and featured soloists such as soprano Edita Gruberová and bass-baritone Tom Krause. The performance was highly acclaimed and is considered one of the ensemble's most memorable performances. Another notable performance by Ars Rediviva Orchestra was its collaboration with the renowned conductor Sir Neville Marriner in 1991. The ensemble performed Mozart's Symphony No. 41, also known as the Jupiter Symphony, under Marriner's direction. The performance was highly praised for its precision and clarity, and is considered one of the ensemble's most successful collaborations. Ars Rediviva Orchestra has also received numerous awards and accolades throughout its career. In 1971, the ensemble was awarded the Czechoslovak State Prize for its contributions to the promotion of Czech music. In 1996, the ensemble was awarded the Medal of Merit by the Czech Republic for its cultural achievements. The ensemble has also received critical acclaim for its recordings, which include works by Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, and Mozart. Today, Ars Rediviva Orchestra continues to promote and revive the music of the Baroque and Classical periods through its performances and recordings. The ensemble's dedication to historical performance practices and its commitment to excellence have made it one of the most respected and admired classical music ensembles in the world.

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