Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Baroque

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Keyboard

 

Moderna Prattica is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2005 by a group of musicians who shared a passion for early music. The ensemble is based in Italy and is known for its innovative approach to performing music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The founding members of Moderna Prattica were Luca Guglielmi, Fabio Ciofini, and Marco Mencoboni. Guglielmi is a renowned harpsichordist and conductor who has performed with many of the world's leading early music ensembles. Ciofini is a lutenist and guitarist who has also performed with several prominent early music groups. Mencoboni is a keyboardist and composer who has written music for film and television. The ensemble's name, Moderna Prattica, is a reference to a treatise on music theory and composition by the Italian composer and theorist Giovanni Maria Artusi. The treatise, titled "L'Arte di ben cantare," was published in 1600 and was a response to the emerging Baroque style of music that Artusi felt was too complex and lacking in clarity. Artusi advocated for a return to the simpler, more direct style of music that he believed was exemplified by the music of the Renaissance. Moderna Prattica's repertoire includes music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods, with a particular focus on the music of Italy. The ensemble's performances are characterized by their energy, precision, and attention to detail. The musicians use period instruments and historical performance practices to recreate the sound and style of the music as it would have been heard in its original context. One of the highlights of Moderna Prattica's career was their performance at the Festival Oude Muziek in Utrecht, Netherlands, in 2008. The festival is one of the most prestigious early music festivals in the world, and Moderna Prattica's performance was widely praised for its virtuosity and musicality. The ensemble has also performed at other major early music festivals, including the Boston Early Music Festival and the Tage Alter Musik festival in Regensburg, Germany. Moderna Prattica has released several recordings, including "La Bella Minuta," a collection of Italian Baroque music, and "La Follia," a recording of music by the Italian composer Arcangelo Corelli. The ensemble's recordings have received critical acclaim and have been praised for their technical excellence and musical sensitivity. In addition to their performances and recordings, Moderna Prattica is also committed to education and outreach. The ensemble has conducted workshops and masterclasses for students and amateur musicians, and has worked with schools and community organizations to promote the appreciation and understanding of early music. Moderna Prattica has received several awards and honors for their contributions to the field of early music. In 2010, the ensemble was awarded the prestigious Premio Abbiati, which is presented annually by the Italian music critics' association to recognize excellence in the performing arts. The ensemble was also awarded the Early Music Award by the Italian music magazine Amadeus in 2012. In conclusion, Moderna Prattica is a classical music ensemble that has made significant contributions to the field of early music. The ensemble's innovative approach to performing music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods, their technical excellence, and their commitment to education and outreach have earned them widespread acclaim and recognition.

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