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Germany

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Choral

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Opera

 

 

Orchestral

 

Concerto Köln is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with its exceptional performances for over three decades. The ensemble was founded in 1985 by a group of young musicians who shared a passion for historically informed performance practice. The founding members of Concerto Köln were Werner Ehrhardt, Markus Hoffmann, and Peter Schmitz. They were all graduates of the Cologne Conservatory and had a deep interest in Baroque and Classical music. They wanted to create an ensemble that would explore the music of these periods in a historically informed way, using period instruments and playing techniques. The ensemble quickly gained a reputation for its outstanding performances and innovative programming. Concerto Köln's repertoire includes works by composers such as Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, Mozart, and Haydn, among others. The ensemble's performances are characterized by their energy, precision, and attention to detail. Over the years, Concerto Köln has collaborated with many renowned soloists, conductors, and ensembles. Some of the most notable collaborations include performances with mezzo-soprano Cecilia Bartoli, conductor René Jacobs, and the Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin. Concerto Köln has also performed at some of the world's most prestigious concert halls and festivals. The ensemble has appeared at the Salzburg Festival, the Edinburgh International Festival, the BBC Proms, and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, among others. One of the highlights of Concerto Köln's career was its performance at the opening ceremony of the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy. The ensemble performed a specially commissioned piece by Italian composer Luca Francesconi, which was broadcast to millions of viewers around the world. Concerto Köln has also received numerous awards and accolades for its performances and recordings. The ensemble has won several Echo Klassik awards, which are among the most prestigious awards in the classical music industry. In 2011, Concerto Köln was awarded the Rheingau Musikpreis, which recognizes outstanding contributions to the world of classical music. The current members of Concerto Köln are a diverse group of musicians from around the world. The ensemble's core members include violinists Mayumi Hirasaki and Evgeny Sviridov, violist Werner Matzke, cellist Christoph Lehmann, and harpsichordist Gerald Hambitzer. Concerto Köln continues to push the boundaries of historically informed performance practice and to inspire audiences with its exceptional performances. The ensemble's commitment to excellence and innovation has made it one of the most respected and admired classical music ensembles in the world.

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