Period

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Renaissance

 

 

Baroque

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Vocal

 

Magnificat Baroque Ensemble is a classical music ensemble that specializes in the performance of Baroque music. The ensemble was founded in 1992 by Susan Harvey, who serves as the artistic director and harpsichordist. The ensemble is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and has gained a reputation for its innovative programming and high-quality performances. The ensemble's main members include Susan Harvey, who is the artistic director and harpsichordist, and Warren Stewart, who is the music director and tenor. Other members of the ensemble include Jennifer Ellis Kampani, who is a soprano, Rob Diggins, who is a violinist, and David Morris, who is a viola da gamba player. Magnificat Baroque Ensemble has performed at many prestigious venues and festivals, including the Berkeley Early Music Festival, the Boston Early Music Festival, and the Carmel Bach Festival. The ensemble has also performed at many universities and colleges, including Stanford University, the University of California, Berkeley, and the University of Southern California. One of the highlights of Magnificat Baroque Ensemble's career was their performance of Handel's Messiah in 2009. The performance was praised by critics for its "exquisite singing" and "impeccable playing." The ensemble has also received critical acclaim for their performances of Bach's St. John Passion and St. Matthew Passion. In addition to their performances, Magnificat Baroque Ensemble has also released several recordings. Their recording of Charpentier's Messe de Minuit pour Noël was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2001. The ensemble has also released recordings of Handel's Messiah, Bach's St. John Passion, and Purcell's Dido and Aeneas. Magnificat Baroque Ensemble has received many awards and honors throughout their career. In 2003, the ensemble was awarded the prestigious Noah Greenberg Award by the American Musicological Society. The award is given to individuals or ensembles who have made significant contributions to the performance of early music. In 2012, Magnificat Baroque Ensemble was awarded the San Francisco Classical Voice Award for Best Early Music Ensemble. The award is given to the best classical music ensembles in the San Francisco Bay Area. Overall, Magnificat Baroque Ensemble has established itself as one of the premier classical music ensembles in the United States. Their innovative programming, high-quality performances, and numerous awards and honors have made them a favorite among audiences and critics alike.

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