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The Cleveland Baroque Orchestra is a classical music ensemble that specializes in performing Baroque music on period instruments. The ensemble was founded in 1976 by a group of musicians who were passionate about the music of the Baroque era and wanted to bring it to audiences in Cleveland and beyond. The founding members of the Cleveland Baroque Orchestra included some of the most talented and experienced musicians in the region. They were led by conductor and harpsichordist Jeannette Sorrell, who had studied at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music and the Tanglewood Music Center. Other founding members included violinists Julie Andrijeski and Cynthia Roberts, cellist René Schiffer, and flutist Kathie Stewart. From the beginning, the Cleveland Baroque Orchestra was committed to performing on period instruments, which are replicas of the instruments that were used during the Baroque era. This approach allows the ensemble to recreate the sound and style of the music as it was originally intended to be heard. The ensemble also uses historically informed performance practices, which means that they try to recreate the performance techniques and styles that were used during the Baroque era. Over the years, the Cleveland Baroque Orchestra has become one of the most respected and acclaimed Baroque ensembles in the world. The ensemble has performed at major venues and festivals throughout the United States and Europe, including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the BBC Proms. They have also recorded numerous albums, many of which have received critical acclaim and awards. One of the highlights of the Cleveland Baroque Orchestra's career was their performance at the 2004 BBC Proms in London. The ensemble performed a program of music by Handel, including his famous Water Music suite. The performance was broadcast live on BBC Radio 3 and was later released on CD. The recording received widespread critical acclaim and was nominated for a Grammy Award. Another notable performance by the Cleveland Baroque Orchestra was their collaboration with the Joffrey Ballet in 2011. The ensemble provided live music for the ballet company's production of Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring, which was choreographed by the renowned dancer and choreographer Yuri Possokhov. The performance was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to bring the music of the Baroque era to a wider audience. In addition to their performances, the Cleveland Baroque Orchestra is also committed to education and outreach. The ensemble has a strong educational program that includes workshops, masterclasses, and performances for students of all ages. They also offer a summer institute for young musicians who are interested in learning more about Baroque music and performance practices. The Cleveland Baroque Orchestra has received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In addition to their Grammy nomination, the ensemble has won several awards from the Cleveland Arts Prize, including the Robert Bergman Prize for Excellence in Chamber Music and the Martha Joseph Prize for Distinguished Service to the Arts. They have also been recognized by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Ohio Arts Council for their contributions to the arts. Today, the Cleveland Baroque Orchestra continues to be a leading force in the world of Baroque music.

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