Hofkapelle München is a classical music ensemble based in Munich, Germany. The ensemble was founded in 2009 by Michael Hofstetter, a renowned conductor and harpsichordist. The ensemble consists of a group of highly skilled musicians who specialize in performing music from the Baroque and Classical periods. The founding of Hofkapelle München was a result of Michael Hofstetter's desire to create an ensemble that would focus on historically informed performances of Baroque and Classical music. Hofstetter had previously worked with several other ensembles, including the Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra and the Zurich Opera House, but he felt that there was a need for an ensemble that would specialize in this particular repertoire. The ensemble's main members include Michael Hofstetter, who serves as the artistic director and conductor, as well as several other highly skilled musicians. These include violinists Veronika Skuplik and Anne Katharina Schreiber, cellist Martin Rummel, and bassoonist Sergio Azzolini, among others. Hofkapelle München has performed at several major venues and festivals throughout Europe, including the Salzburg Festival, the Lucerne Festival, and the Rheingau Musik Festival. The ensemble has also collaborated with several renowned soloists, including mezzo-soprano Bernarda Fink and pianist Andreas Staier. One of the highlights of Hofkapelle München's career was their performance of Mozart's opera "La Clemenza di Tito" at the Salzburg Festival in 2017. The performance was highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, with many praising the ensemble's historically informed approach to the music. In addition to their performances, Hofkapelle München has also received several awards and accolades for their recordings. Their recording of Mozart's "Requiem" was awarded the Diapason d'Or in 2015, and their recording of Bach's "Brandenburg Concertos" was awarded the Preis der deutschen Schallplattenkritik in 2016. Overall, Hofkapelle München is a highly respected ensemble that has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Their commitment to historically informed performances and their exceptional musicianship have earned them a loyal following and numerous accolades.

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