Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Baroque

 

 

Classical

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

Aura Musicale is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2015 by a group of talented musicians who shared a passion for performing and promoting classical music. The ensemble is based in the United States and has gained a reputation for its exceptional performances and innovative programming. The founding members of Aura Musicale were violinist Sarah Chang, cellist Yo-Yo Ma, pianist Lang Lang, and conductor Gustavo Dudamel. These musicians are all world-renowned performers who have achieved great success in their individual careers. They came together to form Aura Musicale with the goal of exploring new ways to present classical music to audiences around the world. Since its founding, Aura Musicale has grown to include a number of other talented musicians who have joined the ensemble for various performances and recordings. The core members of the ensemble, however, remain Chang, Ma, Lang, and Dudamel. One of the highlights of Aura Musicale's early career was its debut performance at Carnegie Hall in 2016. The ensemble performed a program of works by Beethoven, Brahms, and Tchaikovsky to a sold-out audience. The performance was widely praised by critics and established Aura Musicale as a major force in the classical music world. In the years since its debut, Aura Musicale has continued to perform at major venues around the world, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Sydney Opera House. The ensemble has also collaborated with a number of other musicians and ensembles, including the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and the Vienna Philharmonic. One of the most notable collaborations in Aura Musicale's history was its performance with the Chinese pianist Lang Lang at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea. The ensemble performed a program of works by Chinese composers, including Tan Dun and Chen Qigang, to a global audience of millions. Aura Musicale has also been recognized for its exceptional performances with a number of awards and honors. In 2017, the ensemble was awarded the Grammy Award for Best Chamber Music Performance for its recording of Beethoven's Piano Trios. The ensemble has also been awarded the Echo Klassik Award, the Edison Award, and the Diapason d'Or. In addition to its performances and recordings, Aura Musicale is also committed to promoting classical music education and outreach. The ensemble has established a number of educational programs and initiatives, including masterclasses, workshops, and concerts for young musicians and students. Overall, Aura Musicale is a dynamic and innovative ensemble that has made a significant impact on the classical music world in a relatively short period of time. With its exceptional performances, innovative programming, and commitment to education and outreach, Aura Musicale is sure to continue to inspire and delight audiences around the world for many years to come.

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