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Chamber

 

 

Orchestral

 

The Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields Chamber Ensemble is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences around the world for over 50 years. The ensemble was founded in 1967 by Sir Neville Marriner, a British conductor and violinist, who was also the founder of the Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields orchestra. The ensemble's main members are drawn from the Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields orchestra, and they are all highly skilled musicians who have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of excellence in classical music. The ensemble's core members include Tomo Keller and Harvey de Souza on violin, Robert Smissen on viola, Stephen Orton on cello, and Stephen Stirling on double bass. The Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields Chamber Ensemble has performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Sydney Opera House in Australia. The ensemble has also collaborated with some of the world's most renowned soloists, including Joshua Bell, Murray Perahia, and Mitsuko Uchida. One of the highlights of the ensemble's career was their performance at the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, where they played for an audience of over 84,000 people. The ensemble has also performed at numerous international music festivals, including the Edinburgh International Festival, the Salzburg Festival, and the BBC Proms. The Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields Chamber Ensemble has received numerous awards and accolades throughout their career. In 1996, they were awarded the Gramophone Award for Best Chamber Ensemble, and in 2001, they were awarded the MIDEM Classical Award for Best Chamber Music Recording. The ensemble has also been nominated for several Grammy Awards, including Best Chamber Music Performance and Best Classical Album. The ensemble's repertoire is vast and varied, ranging from Baroque and Classical music to contemporary works. They have recorded over 30 albums, including works by Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, and Brahms, as well as modern composers such as John Tavener and Arvo Pärt. The Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields Chamber Ensemble is known for their impeccable musicianship, their precision and clarity of sound, and their ability to bring out the emotional depth and beauty of the music they perform. They are a testament to the enduring power and beauty of classical music, and their performances continue to inspire and delight audiences around the world.

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