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Ensemble

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Opera

 

Musicatreize is a classical music ensemble based in Marseille, France. Founded in 1987 by Roland Hayrabedian, the ensemble has become known for its innovative and experimental approach to classical music, as well as its commitment to contemporary composers. Roland Hayrabedian, a conductor and composer, founded Musicatreize with the goal of creating a new kind of vocal ensemble that would explore the boundaries of classical music. The ensemble's name, which means "thirteen musicians," reflects its original size, which consisted of thirteen singers and instrumentalists. Over the years, Musicatreize has grown and evolved, but its commitment to innovation and experimentation has remained constant. Today, the ensemble consists of around twenty musicians, including singers, instrumentalists, and composers. One of the hallmarks of Musicatreize's approach to classical music is its focus on contemporary composers. The ensemble has commissioned and premiered works by a wide range of composers, including Kaija Saariaho, Pascal Dusapin, and Georges Aperghis. In addition to its work with contemporary composers, Musicatreize has also performed a wide range of classical repertoire, from medieval music to contemporary opera. The ensemble's performances are known for their energy, precision, and emotional depth. Musicatreize has performed at some of the world's most prestigious venues, including the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Salzburg Festival. The ensemble has also collaborated with a wide range of artists, including the choreographer Angelin Preljocaj and the visual artist Anish Kapoor. One of Musicatreize's most notable achievements was its performance of Olivier Messiaen's "Saint François d'Assise" in 2011. The opera, which had never been performed in its entirety in France, is considered one of the most challenging works in the classical repertoire. Musicatreize's performance, which was directed by Roland Hayrabedian, was widely praised for its energy, precision, and emotional depth. Musicatreize has also received numerous awards and accolades for its work. In 2003, the ensemble was awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for its recording of Kaija Saariaho's "Château de l'âme." In 2010, Musicatreize was awarded the Prix de la Critique for its performance of Pascal Dusapin's "Passion." Despite its many achievements, Musicatreize remains committed to its original goal of exploring the boundaries of classical music. The ensemble continues to commission and premiere new works, and to push the boundaries of what is possible in classical music.

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