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Capricornus Consort Basel is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2005 in Basel, Switzerland. The ensemble is known for its unique approach to early music, combining historical performance practices with modern interpretations. The group is made up of a core group of musicians, including founder and artistic director, Peter Barczi, who plays the viola da gamba and the violone. The ensemble's name, Capricornus, is derived from the zodiac sign Capricorn, which is associated with the winter solstice. This name reflects the ensemble's focus on music from the Baroque period, which was often associated with the Christmas season. Capricornus Consort Basel has performed extensively throughout Europe, Asia, and the United States, and has received critical acclaim for its performances. The ensemble has been praised for its technical precision, musicality, and innovative approach to early music. One of the highlights of Capricornus Consort Basel's career was its performance at the 2010 Bachfest Leipzig, where the ensemble performed Bach's Christmas Oratorio. The performance was widely praised for its energy and musicality, and helped to establish the ensemble as one of the leading interpreters of Baroque music. In addition to its performances, Capricornus Consort Basel has also released several recordings, including a critically acclaimed recording of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos. The ensemble's recordings have been praised for their technical precision and musicality, and have helped to establish the group as one of the leading interpreters of Baroque music. Capricornus Consort Basel has also been recognized for its contributions to the field of early music. In 2012, the ensemble was awarded the prestigious Echo Klassik award for its recording of Bach's Christmas Oratorio. The award recognized the ensemble's innovative approach to early music, and helped to establish the group as one of the leading interpreters of Baroque music. Overall, Capricornus Consort Basel is a unique and innovative ensemble that has made significant contributions to the field of early music. The group's focus on combining historical performance practices with modern interpretations has helped to establish it as one of the leading interpreters of Baroque music, and its performances and recordings have been widely praised for their technical precision and musicality.

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