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The Dresdner Barockorchester is a renowned classical music ensemble that specializes in performing Baroque music. The ensemble was founded in 1997 in Dresden, Germany, by a group of musicians who shared a passion for historically informed performance practice. The founding members of the Dresdner Barockorchester included violinist Rüdiger Lotter, cellist Michael Freimuth, and harpsichordist Michael Alexander Willens. The ensemble quickly gained a reputation for its high-quality performances and its commitment to authenticity in its interpretations of Baroque music. Over the years, the Dresdner Barockorchester has expanded its repertoire to include music from the Classical and Romantic periods, as well as contemporary works. However, the ensemble remains best known for its performances of Baroque music, particularly the works of Johann Sebastian Bach. One of the highlights of the Dresdner Barockorchester's career was its performance of Bach's St. Matthew Passion in 2000. The performance, which was conducted by Helmuth Rilling, received widespread critical acclaim and helped to establish the ensemble as one of the leading Baroque orchestras in Europe. In addition to its performances of Bach's music, the Dresdner Barockorchester has also gained recognition for its interpretations of the music of George Frideric Handel. The ensemble has performed Handel's oratorios and operas in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including the Berlin Philharmonic and the Royal Albert Hall in London. The Dresdner Barockorchester has also collaborated with some of the world's leading soloists, including violinist Isabelle Faust and pianist Andreas Staier. These collaborations have resulted in some of the ensemble's most memorable performances, including its recording of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos with Faust. In addition to its performances, the Dresdner Barockorchester has also received numerous awards and accolades for its recordings. The ensemble's recording of Bach's Mass in B Minor, conducted by Rilling, won the Echo Klassik award in 2005. The ensemble has also received critical acclaim for its recordings of Handel's oratorios and operas, including its recording of Handel's Messiah with the RIAS Kammerchor. Today, the Dresdner Barockorchester continues to be one of the leading Baroque orchestras in Europe. The ensemble's commitment to authenticity and its high-quality performances have earned it a loyal following among classical music enthusiasts around the world. With its talented musicians and its dedication to the music of the Baroque period, the Dresdner Barockorchester is sure to continue delighting audiences for many years to come.

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