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London Virtuosi
Artist Info
Role
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Ensemble
Period
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Baroque
Genre
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Concerto
 
London Virtuosi is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1983 by the renowned violinist John Georgiadis. The ensemble is made up of some of the most talented musicians in the world, who come together to create beautiful and inspiring music that has captivated audiences around the globe. John Georgiadis, who was born in London in 1939, is a highly respected violinist who has performed with some of the most prestigious orchestras in the world, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra. He has also worked with some of the most famous conductors in the world, including Sir Georg Solti, Sir Colin Davis, and Sir Simon Rattle. In 1983, John Georgiadis decided to form his own ensemble, which he called the London Virtuosi. The ensemble was made up of some of the most talented musicians in London, who shared John's passion for classical music and his commitment to excellence. Over the years, the London Virtuosi has become one of the most respected and admired classical music ensembles in the world. The ensemble has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Carnegie Hall in New York, and the Sydney Opera House in Australia. The London Virtuosi has also won numerous awards and accolades for its performances. In 1990, the ensemble won the prestigious Gramophone Award for its recording of Mozart's String Quintets. The ensemble has also been nominated for several other awards, including the Classical Brit Award and the International Classical Music Award. The London Virtuosi is made up of some of the most talented musicians in the world, who come from a variety of different countries and backgrounds. The ensemble's main members include John Georgiadis on violin, David Juritz on violin, Robert Smissen on viola, and Timothy Walden on cello. John Georgiadis is the founder and leader of the London Virtuosi. He is a highly respected violinist who has performed with some of the most prestigious orchestras in the world. David Juritz is also a highly respected violinist who has performed with the London Symphony Orchestra and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Robert Smissen is a talented violist who has performed with the London Symphony Orchestra and the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields. Timothy Walden is a highly respected cellist who has performed with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and the London Philharmonic Orchestra. The London Virtuosi has performed a wide range of classical music, including works by Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, and Tchaikovsky. The ensemble is known for its beautiful and inspiring performances, which have captivated audiences around the world. One of the highlights of the London Virtuosi's career was its performance at the Royal Albert Hall in London in 1991. The ensemble performed a program of works by Mozart, including his Symphony No. 40 and his Piano Concerto No. 21. The performance was a huge success, and the ensemble received a standing ovation from the audience. Another highlight of the London Virtuosi's career was its performance at the Carnegie Hall in New York in 1995. The ensemble performed a program of works by Beethoven, including his Symphony No. 5 and his Piano Concerto No. 4. The performance was a huge success, and the ensemble received rave reviews from the critics.
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