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Antique Musica Orchestra is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2005 in Italy. The ensemble is known for its unique approach to classical music, which involves using period instruments and playing music from the Baroque and Classical eras in a historically informed manner. The founding members of Antique Musica Orchestra were a group of musicians who shared a passion for early music and historical performance practices. They were inspired by the work of pioneers in the field such as Nikolaus Harnoncourt and Gustav Leonhardt, and sought to create an ensemble that would continue their legacy. The main members of Antique Musica Orchestra are violinist and artistic director Marco Ceccato, harpsichordist and organist Andrea Buccarella, and flutist and recorder player Marcello Gatti. They are joined by a rotating cast of musicians who specialize in playing period instruments such as the viola da gamba, lute, and baroque guitar. One of the highlights of Antique Musica Orchestra's career was their performance at the Festival Oude Muziek in Utrecht, Netherlands in 2010. The festival is one of the most prestigious early music festivals in the world, and the ensemble's performance was highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike. Antique Musica Orchestra has also been recognized for their recordings, which have received critical acclaim and won several awards. Their recording of Vivaldi's "Four Seasons" was named one of the best classical recordings of 2012 by The New York Times, and their recording of Bach's "Brandenburg Concertos" won the Diapason d'Or award in 2015. In addition to their performances and recordings, Antique Musica Orchestra is also committed to education and outreach. They regularly give masterclasses and workshops on historical performance practices, and have worked with young musicians in Italy and abroad to promote the study and performance of early music. Overall, Antique Musica Orchestra is a highly respected ensemble in the world of early music, known for their commitment to historical performance practices and their innovative approach to classical music. Their performances and recordings have earned them critical acclaim and numerous awards, and they continue to inspire and educate musicians and audiences around the world.

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