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Bach Concentus is a classical music ensemble that specializes in the performance of the works of Johann Sebastian Bach. The ensemble was founded in 1995 by a group of musicians who shared a passion for Bach's music and a desire to bring it to a wider audience. The founding members of Bach Concentus were violinist Maria Krestinskaya, cellist Alexander Rudin, and harpsichordist Alexei Lubimov. All three musicians were well-known in the classical music world and had extensive experience performing Bach's music. From the beginning, Bach Concentus was committed to performing Bach's music in a historically informed way. This meant using period instruments and playing the music in a style that was true to the way it would have been performed in Bach's time. Over the years, Bach Concentus has grown to include a number of other musicians, including additional string players, a flutist, and a singer. However, the core trio of Krestinskaya, Rudin, and Lubimov has remained at the heart of the ensemble. One of the highlights of Bach Concentus's early years was their performance of Bach's complete Brandenburg Concertos. This was a major undertaking, as the Brandenburg Concertos are some of Bach's most complex and demanding works. However, Bach Concentus's commitment to historical accuracy and their deep understanding of Bach's music allowed them to deliver a truly exceptional performance. In addition to their performances of Bach's music, Bach Concentus has also collaborated with other musicians and ensembles. For example, they have performed with the Moscow Chamber Orchestra and the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, as well as with soloists such as pianist Alexei Volodin and violinist Vadim Repin. Bach Concentus has also been recognized for their outstanding performances with a number of awards and honors. In 2001, they were awarded the prestigious Diapason d'Or for their recording of Bach's Goldberg Variations. This award is given to the best classical music recordings of the year, and is a testament to Bach Concentus's exceptional musicianship and dedication to Bach's music. Another highlight of Bach Concentus's career was their performance at the 2006 Salzburg Festival. This is one of the most prestigious classical music festivals in the world, and Bach Concentus's performance was widely praised for its technical excellence and emotional depth. In recent years, Bach Concentus has continued to perform and record Bach's music, as well as branching out into other composers from the Baroque era. However, their commitment to historical accuracy and their deep understanding of Bach's music remains at the heart of everything they do. Overall, Bach Concentus is a truly exceptional classical music ensemble that has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Their commitment to historical accuracy and their deep understanding of Bach's music has allowed them to deliver outstanding performances that are both technically excellent and emotionally powerful.

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