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Ensemble

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Orchestral

 

 

Symphony

 

Israel Sinfonietta is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1987 in the city of Beer Sheva, Israel. The ensemble was established with the aim of promoting classical music in the southern region of Israel and to provide a platform for young and talented musicians to showcase their skills. The founding members of Israel Sinfonietta were a group of young musicians who had recently graduated from the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance. They were led by the conductor and pianist, Doron Salomon, who served as the ensemble's first music director. Over the years, Israel Sinfonietta has grown to become one of the leading classical music ensembles in Israel, with a reputation for excellence in performance and a commitment to promoting classical music to audiences of all ages and backgrounds. The ensemble's main members include a core group of musicians who perform regularly with the ensemble, as well as a rotating roster of guest musicians who join the ensemble for specific performances and projects. One of the highlights of Israel Sinfonietta's early years was its collaboration with the Israeli Opera, which led to a series of joint performances of operatic works in the southern region of Israel. The ensemble also performed regularly at the Beer Sheva Performing Arts Center, which became its home venue. In 1992, Israel Sinfonietta embarked on its first international tour, which included performances in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The tour was a great success, and helped to establish the ensemble's reputation as a world-class classical music ensemble. Over the years, Israel Sinfonietta has performed with many renowned soloists and conductors, including the violinist Shlomo Mintz, the pianist Yefim Bronfman, and the conductor Zubin Mehta. In 2001, Israel Sinfonietta was awarded the prestigious Israel Prize for its contribution to the field of classical music in Israel. The prize was a recognition of the ensemble's commitment to promoting classical music to audiences of all ages and backgrounds, and its dedication to excellence in performance. In recent years, Israel Sinfonietta has continued to expand its repertoire and to explore new directions in classical music. The ensemble has collaborated with a wide range of artists and musicians, including jazz musicians, rock bands, and electronic music producers. One of the most notable recent projects of Israel Sinfonietta was its collaboration with the Israeli singer-songwriter, Idan Raichel. The ensemble performed with Raichel in a series of concerts that combined classical music with traditional Israeli music and contemporary pop. Israel Sinfonietta has also been active in promoting classical music education in Israel, with a range of programs and initiatives aimed at introducing young people to classical music and encouraging them to pursue careers in the field. Overall, Israel Sinfonietta has established itself as a leading classical music ensemble in Israel, with a reputation for excellence in performance and a commitment to promoting classical music to audiences of all ages and backgrounds. The ensemble's dedication to innovation and exploration has helped to keep classical music relevant and exciting in the 21st century.

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