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Baroque

 

Ensemble Barocco di Napoli is a classical music ensemble that specializes in Baroque music. The ensemble was founded in Naples, Italy in 1984 by a group of musicians who shared a passion for Baroque music and historical performance practices. The founding members of the ensemble were violinist Antonio De Secondi, cellist Luigi Piovano, and harpsichordist Francesco Cera. They were soon joined by other musicians, including flutist Marcello Gatti, oboist Alfredo Bernardini, and bassoonist Sergio Azzolini. Ensemble Barocco di Napoli quickly gained a reputation for their virtuosic performances and their commitment to historical performance practices. They were known for their use of period instruments and their attention to detail in recreating the sound and style of Baroque music. One of the highlights of the ensemble's early career was their performance at the Festival dei Due Mondi in Spoleto, Italy in 1986. They received critical acclaim for their performance of Handel's "Messiah" and were invited to perform at the festival again in 1987. In the years that followed, Ensemble Barocco di Napoli continued to perform at major festivals and concert halls throughout Europe and the United States. They were particularly renowned for their performances of the music of Antonio Vivaldi, and they recorded several albums of his music, including "The Four Seasons" and "Concerti per violino e archi." In addition to their performances of Baroque music, Ensemble Barocco di Napoli also collaborated with contemporary composers and performed new works written for period instruments. They were known for their innovative programming and their ability to bring new life to old music. Over the years, the ensemble's lineup changed as members left and new musicians joined. However, the core group of musicians remained committed to the ensemble's mission of performing Baroque music with historical accuracy and passion. Ensemble Barocco di Napoli has received numerous awards and accolades over the years. They were awarded the prestigious Diapason d'Or award for their recording of Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons," and they were also awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for their recording of Handel's "Messiah." In addition to their recordings, Ensemble Barocco di Napoli has also been recognized for their live performances. They were awarded the Premio Abbiati, the highest honor in Italian classical music, for their performance of Vivaldi's "Griselda" at the Teatro alla Scala in Milan. Today, Ensemble Barocco di Napoli continues to perform and record Baroque music, and they remain one of the most respected and beloved ensembles in the world of classical music. Their commitment to historical performance practices and their passion for Baroque music has inspired countless musicians and audiences around the world.

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