Os Músicos do Tejo is a classical music ensemble based in Lisbon, Portugal. The group was founded in 2005 by conductor Marcos Magalhães and a group of musicians who shared a passion for early music and historical performance practices. The ensemble takes its name from the river Tagus (Tejo in Portuguese), which flows through Lisbon and has played a significant role in the city's history and culture. Os Músicos do Tejo's mission is to explore and promote the rich musical heritage of Portugal and other countries around the Mediterranean, with a particular focus on the Baroque and Classical periods. The core members of Os Músicos do Tejo are a group of highly skilled instrumentalists and singers who specialize in historical performance practices. The ensemble's repertoire includes works by composers such as Handel, Vivaldi, Bach, and Mozart, as well as lesser-known composers from Portugal and other Mediterranean countries. One of the highlights of Os Músicos do Tejo's early years was their participation in the 2006 Festival de Música Antiga de Óbidos, where they performed a program of Portuguese Baroque music to critical acclaim. The ensemble also made their international debut in 2007, performing at the Festival de Música Antiga de Barcelona. In 2008, Os Músicos do Tejo released their first album, "Portugal e a Europa Barroca," which featured music by Portuguese composers from the Baroque era. The album received widespread praise and helped to establish the ensemble as one of the leading interpreters of early music in Portugal. Over the years, Os Músicos do Tejo has collaborated with a number of renowned soloists and conductors, including soprano Maria João Pires, countertenor Andreas Scholl, and conductor Jordi Savall. The ensemble has also performed at major festivals and venues throughout Europe, including the Festival de Música Antiga de Barcelona, the Festival de Música de Canarias, and the Cité de la Musique in Paris. In 2012, Os Músicos do Tejo received the prestigious Prémio Autores award from the Portuguese Society of Authors for their album "Missa da Coroação," which featured music by Portuguese composer João Rodrigues Esteves. The album was praised for its "exquisite interpretation" and "impeccable historical accuracy." In addition to their performances and recordings, Os Músicos do Tejo is also committed to music education and outreach. The ensemble regularly gives workshops and masterclasses for young musicians, and has collaborated with schools and community organizations to bring early music to a wider audience. Today, Os Músicos do Tejo is recognized as one of the leading ensembles in the field of historical performance in Portugal and beyond. Their commitment to exploring and promoting the rich musical heritage of the Mediterranean region has earned them a loyal following and critical acclaim. With their passion for early music and dedication to excellence, Os Músicos do Tejo is sure to continue making a significant contribution to the world of classical music for years to come.

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