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Ensemble

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Vocal

 

Capella Orlandi Bremen is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1987 in Bremen, Germany. The ensemble is named after the famous composer Orlando di Lasso, who was a prominent figure in the Renaissance period of music. The founding members of Capella Orlandi Bremen were a group of music students who shared a passion for early music and wanted to explore the rich repertoire of Renaissance and Baroque music. The ensemble started as a small group of singers and instrumentalists who performed in local churches and concert halls in Bremen. Over the years, Capella Orlandi Bremen has grown in size and reputation, and today it is one of the most respected early music ensembles in Germany. The ensemble consists of a core group of singers and instrumentalists, who are joined by guest musicians for larger productions. The main members of Capella Orlandi Bremen are: - Ulrike Hofbauer (soprano) - Annette Markert (alto) - Andreas Post (tenor) - Markus Flaig (bass) - Michael Fuerst (violin) - Michael Metzler (percussion) - Andreas Arend (lute) The ensemble is known for its authentic and historically informed performances of Renaissance and Baroque music. They use period instruments and follow the performance practices of the time, which gives their performances a unique and authentic sound. Capella Orlandi Bremen has performed in many prestigious concert halls and festivals in Germany and abroad. Some of their most notable performances include: - The Bachfest Leipzig (1999) - The Festival Oude Muziek Utrecht (2003) - The Tage Alter Musik Regensburg (2007) - The Festival de Musique Baroque de Pontoise (2011) The ensemble has also collaborated with many renowned conductors and soloists, including Ton Koopman, Jordi Savall, and Emma Kirkby. Capella Orlandi Bremen has received many awards and accolades for their performances and recordings. In 2001, they won the Echo Klassik award for their recording of Heinrich Schütz's "Musikalische Exequien". They have also been nominated for several other Echo Klassik awards, as well as the Gramophone Award and the International Classical Music Award. In addition to their performances and recordings, Capella Orlandi Bremen is also committed to music education and outreach. They regularly give workshops and masterclasses for young musicians, and they have collaborated with schools and community organizations to bring early music to a wider audience. Overall, Capella Orlandi Bremen is a highly respected and accomplished early music ensemble that has made significant contributions to the performance and preservation of Renaissance and Baroque music. Their authentic and historically informed performances have earned them a loyal following and many awards and accolades.

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