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Musica Ficta is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with its exceptional performances for over three decades. The ensemble was founded in 1987 by the Spanish conductor and musicologist, Raúl Mallavibarrena, with the aim of exploring and reviving the rich musical heritage of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Mallavibarrena, who is also the artistic director of the ensemble, assembled a group of highly skilled musicians who shared his passion for early music. The ensemble's name, Musica Ficta, is derived from a term used in medieval and Renaissance music to denote the use of accidentals (sharps, flats, and naturals) that were not indicated in the written score. This practice allowed for greater expressiveness and flexibility in the interpretation of the music. The core members of Musica Ficta are a group of talented instrumentalists and vocalists who specialize in early music performance. The ensemble's instrumentation varies depending on the repertoire being performed, but typically includes period instruments such as the viola da gamba, lute, harpsichord, and various types of early wind and string instruments. Over the years, Musica Ficta has gained a reputation for its exceptional performances of early music, particularly the works of Spanish and Latin American composers from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The ensemble has performed extensively throughout Europe, North and South America, and Asia, and has collaborated with some of the world's leading early music specialists. One of the highlights of Musica Ficta's career was its participation in the 1992 Seville Expo, where the ensemble performed a series of concerts that were broadcast live to millions of viewers around the world. The ensemble's performance of Spanish Renaissance music was particularly well-received, and helped to raise the profile of early music in Spain and beyond. Musica Ficta has also been recognized for its outstanding recordings, which have received numerous awards and critical acclaim. The ensemble's recording of the complete works of the Spanish composer Francisco Guerrero was awarded the prestigious Diapason d'Or in 1997, and its recording of the music of the Mexican Baroque composer Juan Gutiérrez de Padilla was nominated for a Latin Grammy in 2003. In addition to its performances and recordings, Musica Ficta is also committed to music education and outreach. The ensemble regularly conducts workshops and masterclasses for young musicians, and has collaborated with schools and community organizations to bring early music to a wider audience. In recent years, Musica Ficta has continued to push the boundaries of early music performance, exploring new repertoire and collaborating with contemporary composers and performers. The ensemble's commitment to excellence and innovation has made it one of the most respected and admired early music ensembles in the world.

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