La Botta Forte is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2005 in Italy. The group is known for its unique blend of traditional and contemporary classical music, and its members are some of the most talented musicians in the world. The founding members of La Botta Forte were all classically trained musicians who had a passion for exploring new and innovative ways to perform classical music. They wanted to create an ensemble that would push the boundaries of traditional classical music and bring a fresh perspective to the genre. The main members of La Botta Forte are violinist Marco Rizzi, cellist Giovanni Sollima, and pianist Enrico Pace. Rizzi is a renowned soloist who has performed with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic. Sollima is a composer and cellist who has collaborated with artists such as Yo-Yo Ma and Philip Glass. Pace is a pianist who has won numerous awards for his performances and has been praised for his technical skill and musicality. La Botta Forte has performed at some of the world's most prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Berlin Philharmonic. The ensemble has also collaborated with some of the most respected composers and musicians in the world, including Arvo Pärt, Steve Reich, and John Adams. One of the highlights of La Botta Forte's career was their performance at the 2008 Salzburg Festival. The ensemble performed a program of contemporary classical music that included works by Steve Reich, Arvo Pärt, and John Adams. The performance was met with critical acclaim, and the ensemble was praised for their technical skill and musicality. In 2010, La Botta Forte released their debut album, "La Botta Forte," which featured works by composers such as Arvo Pärt, Steve Reich, and Philip Glass. The album was well-received by critics and helped to establish the ensemble as one of the most innovative and exciting classical music groups in the world. Over the years, La Botta Forte has won numerous awards and accolades for their performances and recordings. In 2012, the ensemble was awarded the Echo Klassik award for their album "La Botta Forte." The award is one of the most prestigious in the classical music world and is given to artists who have made significant contributions to the genre. La Botta Forte continues to push the boundaries of classical music and explore new and innovative ways to perform the genre. The ensemble's unique blend of traditional and contemporary classical music has earned them a dedicated following of fans and critics alike, and they are widely regarded as one of the most exciting and innovative classical music ensembles in the world.

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