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Harmonie de l'Orchestre des Champs-Elysées is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1991 by the French conductor Philippe Herreweghe. The ensemble is part of the larger Orchestre des Champs-Elysées, which was also founded by Herreweghe in the same year. The Orchestre des Champs-Elysées is known for its historically informed performances of classical music, particularly from the Classical and Romantic periods. The Harmonie de l'Orchestre des Champs-Elysées is made up of wind and brass players, and its repertoire includes works by composers such as Mozart, Beethoven, and Schumann. The ensemble's members are all highly skilled musicians, many of whom have performed with other prestigious orchestras and ensembles. One of the highlights of the Harmonie de l'Orchestre des Champs-Elysées' career was its performance at the 1994 Salzburg Festival. The ensemble performed Mozart's Gran Partita, which is a serenade for 13 wind instruments. The performance was highly acclaimed, and it helped to establish the Harmonie de l'Orchestre des Champs-Elysées as one of the leading ensembles in the field of historically informed performance. Another notable performance by the Harmonie de l'Orchestre des Champs-Elysées was its 2009 performance of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9. The ensemble performed the symphony on period instruments, which gave the performance a unique and authentic sound. The performance was highly praised by critics, and it helped to cement the Harmonie de l'Orchestre des Champs-Elysées' reputation as a leading ensemble in the field of historically informed performance. In addition to its performances, the Harmonie de l'Orchestre des Champs-Elysées has also received numerous awards and accolades. In 2003, the ensemble was awarded the Diapason d'Or for its recording of Mozart's Gran Partita. The Diapason d'Or is one of the most prestigious awards in the field of classical music, and it is awarded to recordings that are considered to be of exceptional quality. The Harmonie de l'Orchestre des Champs-Elysées has also been praised for its commitment to historically informed performance. The ensemble uses period instruments and techniques to recreate the sound of classical music as it would have been heard during the time of its composition. This approach has been praised for its authenticity and for its ability to bring new life to classical music. Overall, the Harmonie de l'Orchestre des Champs-Elysées is a highly respected ensemble in the field of classical music. Its commitment to historically informed performance and its exceptional musicianship have earned it numerous accolades and a dedicated following of fans. The ensemble continues to perform and record, and it is sure to remain a leading force in the world of classical music for years to come.

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